Application period
- Application period: July 15 to September 30, 2026
- Deadline: September 30, 2026 for consideration to start Spring 2027
Admission criteria to the program are subject to change without notice. If changes are made to the admission criteria, the applicant will need to meet all requirements that are in effect at the time of application.
Successful completion of the requirements necessary for admission to the program does not guarantee acceptance to the program.
Steps to apply
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- Complete a FREE online application
- If you have a disability, see Disability Support Services (DSS)
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Send official college and university transcripts from all previous institutions to the Metropolitan Community College, Data Center
If classes were completed at MCC, an MCC transcript is not required.
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Check out and apply for types of aid available to MCC Students
- Apply for aid and complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). MCC's school code is 002484.
- Check out scholarships, A+ benefits and loans available to MCC students
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Accuplacer, ACT, or SAT score submission.
Applicants must submit current (less than 3 years old) Accuplacer scores, take the Accuplacer survey, or submit ACT/SAT placement score at the time of application completion and submission or have completed the required courses.
Applicants have two attempts (within the last 3 years) to meet the required score.
Failure to meet the required score/s on the second attempt, or to complete the required courses prior to applying with result in disqualification.
Please visit our testing page to complete the placement survey and for review practice links.
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Chem 105 Introductions to Chemistry for Health Professionals
- Must be six (6) years or less by the deadline
- Maximum of two attempts in the last six (6) years
Biol 109 Anatomy & Physiology or Biol 110 Human Anatomy & Biol 210 Human Physiology
- Must be six (6) years or less by the deadline
- Maximum of two attempts in the last six (6) years
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The ATI TEAS exam must be taken by the deadline and a minimum total adjusted
score of 58.7% must be obtained on either a first or second attempt in a calendar year (January - December).Only ATI transcripts are accepted and must be the current version of the Teas. No screenshots are allowed.
Note: Failure to meet the required score on the second attempt will make you ineligible to be considered for the program during the calendar year when you tested. For study materials and register visit atitesting.com.
Steps to register online take the TEAS test.
- Go to atitesting.com and create an account if you do not already have one.
- Once you’ve logged in to your account, click on the “online store” option at the very top of the page. To the far left of the next page you will see "Register for..." and click on the word "TEAS."
- Scroll to the bottom of the next page and select one of the two options: TEAS Online or In-Person.
- Note: MCC-Penn Valley may offer the exam remotely or in person, so please check both options for availability.
MCC-Penn Valley testing center
- testing days are Monday through Friday
- Payment of $120 is required upon registration
- Remote testing (take online): you must register 48 hours in advance of your desired test date.
- In-Person: you must register 24 hours in advance of your desired test date.
About the test
Subject Area Amount of
Testing TimeTest Questions Cover These Areas Reading 55 minutes Key ideas and details; craft and structure; and
integration of knowledge and ideas –(45 questions)Mathematics 57 minutes Numbers, algebra and data interpretation and
measurement –(38 questions)Science 60 minutes Human anatomy and physiology; life and physical
sciences; and scientific reasoning – (50 questions)English 37 minutes Conventions of standard English, knowledge of
language and vocabulary acquisition – (37
questions)Total time: 209 minutes = 3hrs 48 min
Your scores will be available immediately after testing, and you may print the scores, if desired. You can also access your scores by logging in to your ATI account at atitesting.com → My RESULTS tab.
Additional questions about taking the TEAS?
Email pv.test@mcckc.edu or call 816.604.1000 for assistance.Prepare for the test
Search online for practice tests, flashcards, and study guides, such as:
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Spring Start/Admission Application Period: Application opens July 15 and closes September 30, 2026.
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Thank you for your interest in the Practical Nursing Program. You can expect to receive notice of your application results approximately two weeks after the application period closes.
This is a selective admission program.
Acceptance to and completion of the program does not guarantee licensure. For more information on licensure, please visit https://www.pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp
The licensed practical nursing program is only offered during the day. There are no evening/weekend programs available. Admission is based on meeting all requirements listed below.
Students are strongly encouraged to read the practical nursing admissions requirements, BEFORE applying. We also encourage students to meet with a Student Success Advisor for the Health Science Institute BEFORE applying.
PRACTICAL NURSING ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Our practical nursing certificate program gives you hands-on experience and excellent instruction in our state-of-the-art Health Science Institute. Our program prepares you to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses. *Completing the program does not guarantee licensing from the State Board of Nursing. For additional information, go to moga.mo.gov.