Bridge to Canadian Nursing at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

For internationally educated nurses, this program offers the support and guidance you need to build confidence and develop the skills to adapt and thrive in the Canadian healthcare system. MRU’s Bridge to Canadian Nursing program helps you strengthen your nursing knowledge, critical thinking and nursing communication skills while introducing you through the academic, cultural and professional competencies needed to meet Canadian nursing standards. It’s designed to help you feel ready and prepared for your RN license in Canada.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Community and Education | Department: Nursing and Midwifery | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Explore Canadian healthcare systems, patient care and regulatory standards with a supportive and practical approach.

Career pathways

Graduates are thoughtfully prepared to take the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for RN registration in Alberta or elsewhere in Canada. Roles include Registered nurse (RN), Health administrator, Health education specialist, Nurse practitioner, Nurse researcher/scholar, Nurse administrator, Nurse educator, Nurse clinician.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Prospective students apply for the Bridge to Canadian Nursing program using the standard Mount Royal Application for Admission form. Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) can complete this program to prepare for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Canada.

Fall semester starts September (first day of classes Sept. 9, 2027); Winter semester starts January (first day of classes Jan. 5, 2027); Spring semester starts May (first day of classes May 3, 2027).

Fall 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1, 2026 to Feb. 1, 2027 (application and supporting documents required); application deadline for some programs Feb. 1, 2027; ongoing admission Feb. 2 to Aug. 31, 2027 based on program space and availability.

Fall 2027 international students: application deadline May 1, 2027 (students eligible to apply for a study permit under IRPR 214 may continue to apply after May 1); document deadline May 15, 2027.

Winter 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026; ongoing admission Nov. 2 to Dec. 15, 2026.

Spring 2027: applications open Oct. 1, 2026.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admission/Apply/index.htm

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