Program Overview

Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing

About the Program

Nursing is a diverse discipline that affords the opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career. Baccalaureate-prepared nurses are generalists who provide services for patients and their families in hospitals, clinics, businesses, homes, and a variety of other settings. Nursing involves activities related to health promotion and health restoration of individuals who are experiencing illness and/or disabilities throughout the lifespan. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is the entry-level professional degree in nursing and provides the foundation for graduate study.

Program Overview

The College of Nursing at Ohio State provides one of the finest baccalaureate programs in the United States and is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing. Like all baccalaureate programs at Ohio State, the curriculum includes general education (GE) course requirements in foundational skills, the arts, sciences, and humanities as well as courses in the nursing science major.

Licensure and Certification

Ohio State academic programs are designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure, certification, and state licensing board contact information.

Program Details

• The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is the entry-level professional degree in nursing.
• The program provides the foundation for graduate study.
• The curriculum includes general education (GE) course requirements in foundational skills, the arts, sciences, and humanities.
• The program is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing.