Program Overview

Pre-Nursing Program

Overview

The Pre-Nursing program at University of Bridgeport prepares students with the skills and knowledge needed to apply to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing during the spring of their first year.

Program Description

The Pre-Nursing program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the humanities, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences. Students will develop interpersonal skills, including collaboration, communication, and time management, while working with expert faculty and peers.

Program Features

• Develop interpersonal skills while working with expert faculty and peers
• Take courses in humanities, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences
• Prepare to apply to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing during the spring semester
• Gain hands-on experience in the Nursing Skills and Simulation Center
• Develop skills in a home care setting in the Community Health Room

Career Opportunities

The demand for skilled nursing professionals is growing, with the Connecticut Department of Labor predicting over 3,000 new nursing jobs by 2028. Graduates of the Pre-Nursing program will be well-prepared to secure a career in this in-demand field.

Admission Requirements

While this program is not open to international students, domestic students are invited to explore the opportunities at UB.

Curriculum

The Pre-Nursing program curriculum includes courses in humanities, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences.

Information Sheet

For more information on the Pre-Nursing program, please refer to the program's information sheet.

School of Nursing

The Pre-Nursing program is part of the University of Bridgeport's School of Nursing, which offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing.