Program Overview

Nursing Pathway (Pre-Nursing)

Program Overview

The Pathway to Nursing program at STU offers a clear, supportive route to becoming a registered nurse. Students begin as Natural Sciences: Health Sciences majors, building a strong academic foundation while completing essential prerequisites. With personalized advising and priority consideration for the BSN program, students are well-positioned for success. Once admitted to the BSN, students enter an intensive two-year, full-time nursing curriculum that prepares them with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience needed to thrive in today’s healthcare field—all within a four-year graduation plan.

Career Landscape

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from St. Thomas University opens the door to one of the most in-demand and rewarding careers in healthcare. With nearly 96% of BSN graduates employed within six months of graduation and a median salary exceeding $86,000, the career outlook is not just promising—it is thriving. BSN-prepared nurses are sought after in hospitals, clinics, schools, and even in leadership, research, and public health roles. As healthcare needs grow and evolve, especially with an aging population, BSN graduates are positioned at the forefront of patient care, innovation, and advocacy, making a tangible difference in people’s lives every single day.

In the Classroom

In the Pathway to BSN program at STU, students begin their journey in a classroom setting focused on completing foundational coursework and nursing prerequisites while meeting minimum GPA and test score requirements. Once accepted into the full-time BSN program—which spans the final two years of the four-year track—students transition into immersive nursing courses that blend classroom instruction, hands-on labs, and clinical experiences designed to prepare them for real-world patient care.

Nursing Pathway (Pre-Nursing) Fast Facts

• Experiential Learning: Build clinical competencies though hands-on experiences.
• Undergraduate Research: Develop analytical skills through experimentation and discovery.
• Dedicated Faculty: Nationally and internationally recognized faculty prepare you to practice in a variety of settings.