Register for a NURS Entrance (A2) Exam In Person at DLTC

Nursing - HESI Entrance Exam (A2): 

This exam is required for students seeking admission into the ADN (LPN to RN), BSN, or MEPN Nursing programs at WKU. It evaluates general knowledge in areas of Anatomy & Physiology, Math, and Reading Comprehension.

  • Testing is offered based on admissions cycles in March - May, July - August, and October - January with breaks in February, June, and September.  Check the website often to see what dates become available as they are only scheduled about two weeks in advance.
  • LPN to RN program admission deadlines (Application and testing scores MUST be submitted to Nursing Department by these dates):
    • Fall admission: June 1st
    • Spring admission: September 1st
    • Summer admission: February 1st
  • BSN and MEPN programs admission deadlines (Application and testing scores MUST be submitted to Nursing Department by these dates):
    • Fall admission: February 1st
    • Spring admission: September 1st

The exam may be taken only ONE time during each application cycle.

On- Site Testing Registration Instructions for the Distance Learning Testing Center (DLTC) 

  • The test fee is $73.50 paid online (credit card, debit card or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • You must bring a valid form of ID (non-expired --driver's license, passport, or other government issued identification with picture and signature ) to the testing center.
  • On screen calculator is provided
  • There is a 3 hour time limit for the LPN - RN program exam. 
  • Click here for parking & transportation information.

There is a two step process for registering for an NURS A2 Entrance exam In Person at WKU DLTC. 

Step 1: Register for an appointment at WKU DLTC using this link: Register online now! 

After clicking on the Register online now link, select the following: 

  • A. Choose a group:  Non- Academic Exam - Exams not associated with a WKU Course
  • B.  Choose a group: NURS HESI (A2) Entrance In Person @ DLTC
  • C. Choose a group: ADN(LPN-RN), BSN, or MEPN HESI (A2) Entrance In Person @ DLTC
  • Complete the rest of the steps and add to cart then make payment. 

Step 2: Create an Evolve account and register for a time slot in Evolve that corresponds to the date you scheduled with DLTC using one of these registration links: 

ADN(LPN-RN) NURS Entrance A2 Exam - March through May 2026 Cycle - DLTC In Person Option:  https://evolve.elsevier.com/tsp/alc/exam-group/student-registration?courseId=159640_wuniversity10_3001&examGroupId=239318

BSN NURS Entrance A2 Exam - March through May 2026 Dates - DLTC In Person Option:

https://evolve.elsevier.com/tsp/alc/exam-group/student-registration?courseId=159640_wuniversity10_3001&examGroupId=239321

MEPN NURS Entrance A2 Exam - March through May 2026 Dates - DLTC In Person Option:

https://evolve.elsevier.com/tsp/alc/exam-group/student-registration?courseId=159640_wuniversity10_3001&examGroupId=239950