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54 School of NursingInternational students are required to take both the General Test and the Test ofEnglish as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).Computer-based testing has replaced paper format and can be scheduled year-round.It takes two weeks from the date of administration for the official transcript of GREscores to reach the School. Prompt arrangements for taking this examination should bemade in order to meet the application deadlines.Examinations are scheduled at specific times in centers located throughout theUnited States. Information about the examination may be obtained by contacting GraduateRecord Examinations, Educational Testing Service, PO Box 6000, Princeton nj08541-6000, or by calling 609.771.7670. The Web site address is http://www.gre.org/.Test of English as a Foreign LanguageApplicants whose first language is other than English must take the Test of English as aForeign Language (TOEFL) as one of the admission requirements. This test is given atvarious centers throughout the world. Arrangements to take this test must be made bycontacting TOEFL, Educational Testing Service, PO Box 6155, Princeton nj 08541-6155, U.S.A.; by visiting the Web site at http://www.toefl.org/; or by telephoning609.921.9000.Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools(CGFNS) ExaminationPrior to enrolling in the School, graduates of foreign schools of nursing must passthe CGFNS examination as well as the NCLEX–RN examination in order to become aregistered nurse (R.N.) in the United States. Several states, however, do not requiresuccessful completion of the CGFNS examination in order to sit the NCLEX-RN. Informationon the CGFNS examination can be obtained from either the United StatesEmbassy or the nurses’ association in the foreign country of residence.affirmative action policyThe School is committed to making positive efforts to seek, admit, and graduate membersof diverse backgrounds.withdrawal and leave of absenceA leave of absence must be requested in writing and is subject to approval by the associatedean for academic affairs. A request for withdrawal must also be in writing and presentedfirst to the appropriate specialty director and then to the associate dean for academicaffairs. In the event of withdrawal or leave of absence, the general rules of theUniversity and policies of the School apply. An exit interview is required at the School ofNursing, arranged through the office of the associate dean for academic affairs. Tuitioncharges will be adjusted according to the Refund and Rebate section on pages 121–22.