Program Overview

Pre-Nursing

WOU is proud to host one of OHSU’s School of Nursing satellite locations. Although WOU itself does not offer a bachelor’s degree in nursing, students can pursue a number of majors that would support their application to a nursing program. WOU offers a one- or two-year pre-professional program in pre-nursing as well as foundational majors such as biology, psychology, chemistry and public health. If you see nursing in your future, a degree from WOU can be an excellent start toward the highly competitive world of nursing education.

Learning Outcomes

• Learn to provide safe care across the lifespan directed towards the goals of helping the client promote health, recover from acute illness and/or manage a chronic illness
• Gain the knowledge and skills of practicing the discipline and competencies that encompass the broader health care system
• Learn the values, attitudes and practices that a competent nurse embodies
• Develop leadership skills through engagement in evidence-based learning and interprofessional education and practice

Career Opportunities

• Hospice nurse
• Emergency room nurse
• Midwife
• Transitional care nurse
• Community health care

Related Majors

• Biology
• Psychology
• Public Health Education
• Exercise Science
• Chemistry

OHSU School of Nursing

• 33% of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU
• 99% of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission
• 62 student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in
• 326 NCAA Division II student-athletes want to see you in the stands, cheering for the Wolves