IX. Iowa Board of Nursing Guidelines

All applicants who have a criminal conviction(s), other than a minor traffic violation, must submit copy(s) of the sentencing order(s) when submitting application materials for licensure. At the time of application, the Iowa Board of Nursing will review each individual application and criminal record. The Board of Nursing will make the final decision regarding licensure.

The Iowa Board of Nursing will require an official transcript. Transcript request forms will be available at the graduation prep meeting that addresses licensure requirements. Transcripts are requested from the Office of the Registrar. The College of Nursing does not issue transcripts. Not all states require transcripts. Students should access other states application by examination to determine if transcripts are required to become licensed in that particular state.