Traditional BSN
To enter the professional component of the nursing program, students must first complete the pre-professional component. However, enrolling as a nursing major in the pre-professional phase does not guarantee admission into the professional component.
The College of Nursing Admissions Committee, in collaboration with the Dean, selects candidates who demonstrate the strongest qualifications and the greatest potential for success in the field of nursing. Admission to the professional component is both competitive and limited.
The program welcomes students of all backgrounds, admitting candidates without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or qualified disability. Additionally, applicants must be in good academic standing with all institutions or nursing programs previously attended to qualify for admission to the BSN program.
Application Deadlines
- The application deadline for the Fall Semester is March 15.
- The Spring Semester deadline is July 15.
- The Summer Semester application deadline is January 15.
Admission Requirements for the Traditional BSN Program
- Complete and submit an application along with a $50 fee.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75 in all prerequisite courses and remain in good academic standing within the University.
- Achieve a minimum cumulative University GPA of 2.5.
- Earn a grade of “C” or higher in all pre-professional courses.
- Provide completed health data forms and proof of health insurance.
- Submit valid CPR certification.
- Admission is conditional upon a negative drug screening and a satisfactory background check.
- Submit unofficial transcripts from other institutions to the College of Nursing for evaluation of prerequisite coursework.
Requirements for the Traditional BSN Program
(To be successfully completed before admission to the Professional Component)
It is the policy of the College of Nursing to average grades for all coursework repeated
Written Communication
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| EH 101 English Composition I OR Exempt if English ACT 27 or above (must replace 3 cr.) | 3 0 |
| EH 102 English Composition II | 3 |
Humanities and Fine Arts
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
Fine Arts (Introduction to: Music, Drama, Art HY, Art Appreciation or Art Survey) | 3 |
| *Literature elective (American, British, or World) | 3 |
Humanities elective (Literature for sequence, philosophy, foreign Language, music, art, drama, or religion) | 3 |
| CA 110 Public Speaking | 3 |
History/Social and Behavioral Science
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PSY 120 Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| *History elective (US or Western Civilization) | 3 |
| History/Social/Behavioral Science elective | 3 |
History/Social/Behavioral Science elective (history for sequence, Psychology, sociology, political science, geography, communications, or anthropology) | 3 |
Natural Sciences
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BLY 101 & BLY 101L Life Sciences & Lab (or higher) | 4 |
| MA 110 or MA 112 Pre-calculus | 3 |
| CH 101 & CH101L Chemistry & Lab (or higher) | 4 |
Major Requirements
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
BLY 213 & BLY 214 Microbiology & Lab OR BMD 210 & BMD 210L Microbiology in Healthcare & Lab | 4 |
| BMD 251 Human Anatomy & Physiology I includes Lab | 4 |
| BMD 252 Human Anatomy & Physiology II includes Lab | 4 |
| ST 210 / ST 305 / BUS 245 / PSY 220 Statistics (Select one) | 3 |
| CIS 150 Introduction to Computer Applications elective OR CIS 010 Computer Proficiency Exam (must replace 3 credits) | 3 0 |
| ECO 215 Microeconomics OR ECO 216 Macroeconomics | 3 |
Total Credits 62
*Must have one history elective and one literature elective. In addition, you must choose a second history or second literature to complete a two-part sequence (e.g. US History I, US History II or American Literature I, American Literature II)
This evaluation by the College of Nursing is valid for only one year. It is contingent upon the Transfer Credit Articulation completed by the Office of Admissions at the time of acceptance to USA.
Traditional BSN Curriculum – Fall Admission
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 325 Health Assessment | 3 |
| NU 327 Pathophysiological Basis Nsg | 3 |
| HSC 343 Clinical Pharmacology | 3 |
| NU 311 Clinical Nursing Skills | 3 |
| NU 312 Clinical Skills Immersion | 1 |
| HSC 342 Administration of Medication | 1 |
| Semester Credits | 14 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 300 Foundations Prof Nursing | 5 |
| NU 301 Foundations Prof Nursing Clinical | 3 |
| NU 304 Evidence Based Practice | 3 |
| CMN 350 Psych/Mental Health Nursing | 2 |
| CMN 351 Psych/Mental Health Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| Semester Credits | 15 |
| Summer Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| MCN 352 Obstetric & Gynecologic Nursing Care | 2 |
| MCN 353 Obstetric & Gynecologic Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| MCN 354 Pediatric Nursing Care | 2 |
| MCN 355 Pediatric Nursing Care Clinical | 2 |
| Semester Credits | 8 |
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| AHN 447 Adult- Gerontological Nursing | 4 |
| AHN 448 Adult- Gerontological Nursing Clinical | 4 |
| CMN 420 Community Health Nursing | 3 |
| CMN 421 Community Health Nursing Clinical | 1 |
| Semester Credits | 12 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 332 Clinical Nutrition | 2 |
| NU 412 Decision Making & Delegation | 3 |
| NU 414 Issues & Trends in Healthcare | 3 |
| NU 460 Practicum | 5 |
| Semester Credits | 13 |
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS: 62
Traditional BSN Curriculum – Spring Admission
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 325 Health Assessment | 3 |
| NU 327 Pathophysiological Basis Nsg | 3 |
| HSC 343 Clinical Pharmacology | 3 |
| Nu 311 Clinical Nursing Skills | 3 |
| NU 312 Clinical Skills Immersion | 1 |
| HSC 342 Administration of Medication | 1 |
| Semester Credits | 14 |
| Summer Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 300 Foundations Prof Nursing | 5 |
| NU 301 Foundations Prof Nursing Clinical | 3 |
| NU 304 Evidence Based Practice | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 11 |
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| MCN 352 Obstetric & Gynecologic Nursing Care | 2 |
| MCN 353 Obstetric & Gynecologic Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| MCN 354 Pediatric Nursing Care | 2 |
| MCN 355 Pediatric Nursing Care Clinical | 2 |
| CMN 350 Psych/Mental Health Nursing | 2 |
| CMN 351 Psych/Mental Health Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| NU 332 Clinical Nutrition | 2 |
| Semester Credits | 14 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| AHN 447 Adult- Gerontological Nursing | 4 |
| AHN 448 Adult- Gerontological Nursing Clinical | 4 |
| CMN 420 Community Health Nursing | 3 |
| CMN 421 Community Health Nursing Clinical | 1 |
| Semester Credits | 12 |
| Summer Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 412 Decision Making & Delegation | 3 |
| NU 414 Issues & Trends in Healthcare | 3 |
| NU 460 Practicum | 5 |
| Semester Credits | 11 |
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS: 62
Traditional BSN Program – Summer Enrollment
| Summer Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 325 Health Assessment | 3 |
| NU 327 Pathophysiological Basis Nsg | 3 |
| HSC 343 Clinical Pharmacology | 3 |
| Nu 311 Clinical Nursing Skills | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 12 |
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| NU 312 Clinical Skills Immersion | 1 |
| NU 300 Foundations Prof Nursing | 5 |
| NU 301 Foundations Prof Nursing Clinical | 3 |
| NU 332 Clinical Nutrition | 2 |
| HSC 342 Administration of Medication | 1 |
| Semester Credits | 12 |
| Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| CMN 350 Psych/Mental Health Nursing | 2 |
| CMN 351 Psych/Mental Health Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| MCN 352 Obstetric & Gynecologic Nursing Care | 2 |
| MCN 353 Obstetric & Gynecologic Nursing Clinical | 2 |
| MCN 354 Pediatric Nursing Care | 2 |
| MCN 355 Pediatric Nursing Care Clinical | 2 |
| NU 304 Evidence Based Practice Nursing | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 15 |
| Summer Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| AHN 447 Adult- Gerontological Nursing | 4 |
| AHN 448 Adult- Gerontological Nursing Clinical | 4 |
| NU 414 Issues & Trends in Healthcare | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 11 |
| Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|
| CMN 420 Community Health Nursing | 3 |
| CMN 421 Community Health Nursing Clinical | 1 |
| NU 412 Decision Making & Delegation | 3 |
| NU 460 Practicum | 5 |
| Semester Credits | 12 |
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS: 62
Health Requirements
To gain admission into the Nursing Program, you must complete the following tests, titers, and immunizations. It’s crucial to begin these requirements early to ensure they are finalized by the deadline provided in your admission packet.
Required Immunizations and Tests:
- Hepatitis B: Start the adult immunization series before classes begin, with a titer required by the end of the second semester. (Note: Completing the full series can take up to six months, plus an additional month for the titer.)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): Adult immunization series.
- Varicella (Chickenpox): Adult immunization series.
- Flu Vaccine: Annual immunization.
- TB Test: Choose one of the following options—2-step PPD test, Quantiferon Gold test, or T-Spot test.
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine: Adult immunization.
Please note that according to CDC guidelines, adult immunizations apply to individuals aged 19 years and older.
Starting these requirements early will ensure you meet the program deadlines and are ready to begin your academic journey without delays.