* Specific science courses: Chemistry, biology, and anatomy & physiology are common requirements, often with a minimum grade.
* Minimum GPA: Nursing programs are highly competitive, and a strong GPA is usually necessary.
* Prerequisite courses: Some schools require completion of specific college courses before applying to the nursing program itself.
* Entrance exams: The TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a frequently used exam for nursing school admission.
You need to contact the admissions offices of the nursing schools you're interested in attending. Their websites will list the specific admission requirements, and they can tell you definitively if your Woodfield High equivalency diploma will be accepted and what other qualifications you need to meet.