Congratulations!
Congrats on taking the first steps towards your education goals. Have you received your approval email from Guild? If not, don’t worry, you should receive an email within seven days of submitting your Guild application.
If you have received your Guild approval email, double congratulations! Here are your next steps for becoming a Guild student at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing:
1 — Make Sure You're Eligible
Check to make sure you're eligible for your company's education benefit, right up to the first day of of your courses. Go to the Guild home page and check your eligibility status in the upper right-hand corner. For more information about eligibility, contact Guild support.
2 — Submit Your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Application
Within 5 business days after your Guild application is approved, you will receive an email from Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing with directions on how to apply for acceptance into your chosen program. Be sure to choose the same learning program on your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing application that you selected on the Guild application, or you may have to pay for the program on your own. Please also be sure to use the same name, email address, and other personal information you used on your Guild application when completing the Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing application. Using different information may result in delays for your start at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
Make sure to read the email completely to understand what is required for your application.
1. You may be required to write a statement of interest for your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, so remember to get started on the application in advance of any deadlines.
2. In addition, you may be required to speak with an Admissions Counselor at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
3. You may also be required to provide references. Please follow the instructions provided by Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing in your application process, and request letters of recommendation from professional or academic references who can best speak to your ability to be successful in this program.
Next, connect with Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing’s Admissions Department to complete your application & enrollment process. For more information, please go directly to bsmcon.edu/admission-requirements.
3 — Start Your FAFSA
Gather important documents and complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. The Federal School Code for Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing is 010043. Follow the detailed instructions provided by the Federal Student Aid office. When you're finished, you may be offered awards which you can accept or decline.
You can also go directly to bsmcon.edu/index.php/financial-aid to learn more about the FAFSA process at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
4 — Send Your Transcripts to Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
If you have taken college classes before, Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing will use your transcripts to complete your application and to possibly apply credits to your new program. You may also have to submit your most recent high school transcripts.
If you have previous education outside of the U.S. (i.e., foreign credentials), there are extra requirements to complete to enroll at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
A course-by-course evaluation of your transcripts by a NACES member agency is required. Please note that World Education Services (WES) and Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) are preferred. The evaluation must be sent directly to Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing from the credential agency. Please review the following documents:
An English proficiency exam may be required.
Confirm requirements with Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing's Admissions Department before paying out of pocket for an evaluation and/or exam.
If you need more help with the foreign credentials process, please review this article. You can also message Guild Support or call 1-800-985-4027 (Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. MT).
Transcripts can be emailed to Admissions@schs.edu.
Paper transcripts can be mailed to:
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
8550 Magellan Parkway, Suite 1100
Richmond, VA 23227
Note: It may take 1-2 months for transcripts to arrive at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, so order them as soon as possible.
You can also go directly to bsmcon.edu/transfer-credits to learn more about the transcript process at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
5 — Confirm Acceptance at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Once you receive a decision letter from Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, following the instructions provided and be sure to take the appropriate steps to confirm your acceptance.
6 — Connect with Your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Academic Advisor & Register for Courses
Schedule a meeting with your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing academic advisor to get ready for starting your program. Your academic advisor is available to help you register for courses (if applicable), support you in your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing program, discuss course-related questions, and share resources available to you at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
7 — Complete Your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Orientation Process
Make sure to take time to complete the Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing orientation process to learn more details about your program, expectations, and keys to your academic success!
8 — Get Your Books & Materials Ready
Get your books and other materials ready for your courses. Check the syllabus for each course to find out what you need, and be sure to keep your receipts - you may need them for returns or reimbursements.
9 — Complete an Academic Assignment within the Add/Drop Window
Make sure you complete an academic assignment by the add/drop window to stay enrolled in your program at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing. Failure to do so may result in you being automatically dropped from the program or prevent you from continuing.
10 — Chat with Your Guild Growth Coach for Support
Once you've passed the add/drop window, you'll have a chance to talk with your Guild Growth Coach. This is the time to discuss your education and career aspirations, ask questions, and set goals for completing your program at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.
11 — Complete Your Coursework at Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Your Guild support network, along with your Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing support team, will be there to offer guidance and support throughout your program. Don't hesitate to reach out to Guild Support for help or Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Admissions@bshsi.org with any questions you may have!
Timeline for Funding
You can learn more about the timeline of Tuition Assistance Funding by clicking here https://guild.force.com/helpcenter/s/article/How-Tuition-Assistance-works. You'll also want to ensure you are tagged as a Guild student with the school and ensure you continue to meet your employer's eligibility requirements.