Program Overview

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Nursing Program

The curriculum in the undergraduate nursing program is designed as an upper-division major. The program requires a strong liberal arts and science base as a prerequisite to nursing courses. Students complete theory courses in the major as well as hospital and community-based clinical practice. Full-time and limited part-time study options are available.

BS in Nursing

The BS in Nursing program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in nursing. The program includes coursework in nursing theory, research, and practice, as well as clinical experiences in a variety of settings.

High School Pathway

The High School Admission Pathway is available to students applying as first-time college students in their senior year of high school. Applicants should apply to the university and indicate nursing as their major of first choice. High School Admission to the Nursing Program is competitive and only the most qualified applicants will be offered admission.

• 4 years of English
• 3 years of Mathematics
• 2 or more years of Science with labs
• 3 years in Social Sciences

College Admission Pathway

The College Admission Pathway is available to students who have completed coursework at another college or university. Students must meet the minimum eligibility requirements, which include:

• 6 of the 9 nursing prerequisite courses must be completed at the time of application with the minimum grade requirement
• 3.0 minimum CUM GPA
• No more than 2 nursing prerequisite repeats

Transfer Students

Transfer students who wish to apply to the Traditional BS Nursing program through the College Admission Pathway must first apply to the university and have an "admitted" decision for the term the student plans to attend. Transfer students must also submit a separate Nursing program application.

Working Adults

The 3-Year Part-Time Program is designed for working adults. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, completed the 9 nursing prerequisite courses, and have either part-time or full-time employment.

Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Completed all 9 prerequisites with the minimum grade requirement
• Complete UG Transfer application
• Submit transcripts, resume, and two professional letters of recommendation
• Provide a personal statement of 150 words or less describing interests and motivations in pursuing a nursing career

Program Requirements

• 6 of the 9 nursing prerequisite courses must be complete with the minimum grade requirement
• 3.0 minimum CUM GPA
• A minimum grade of B- is required for the nursing prerequisites
• No more than 2 nursing prerequisite repeats

Nursing Prerequisite List

• BIO120Microbiology
• BIO200Human Anatomy & Physiology I
• BIO201Human Anatomy & Physiology II
• CHE125Principles and Applications of General, Organic, and Biochemistry
• MAT107 (substituted by MAT221Inter Applied Statistics)
• MAT108 (substituted by MAT122Precalculus or MAT150 Calculus I)
• PCH200Introduction to Nutrition
• PSY100Introduction to Psychology
• PSY219Lifespan Development

Recommended Courses

• CHE120General Chemistry I
• ENG112Writing Arguments
• HLS 120 Skills for Becoming a Certified Nurse Aid
• HLS 200 Health Professions and Medical Terminology