OHIO’s traditional four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is a comprehensive pathway to your nursing credential. It combines on-campus classroom lectures, laboratory activities, clinical experiences, and nursing simulations.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree
Serve, Solve & Succeed with a Nursing Degree from ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú
Nursing is a noble profession – and it’s more vital than ever! As America’s population gets older, the need for skilled nurses will surely increase, and there’s always work to be done aiding patients in need. If you’ve felt a calling to help and heal, ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú’s nursing degree is the best way to gain clinical experience and prepare for your RN licensure exam.
There are lots of reasons to study for a nursing degree at ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú, like our 2023 NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate of 98.49%, which is well above the national average.
Choose What You Want to Learn
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Online RN-to-BSN
ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú’s 100% online RN-to-BSN program can be completed in one year if you already have your RN license. Nursing classes are five weeks long, with eight different start dates, perfect for working nurses who need maximum schedule flexibility.
Choose Where You Want to Learn
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Athens, OH, Residential Campus
Beyond the state-of-the-art nursing learning facilities and excellent student pass rate, ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú provides an exceptional campus and university experience and a well-rounded student life. Ranked the best college town in Ohio, the Athens campus has an idyllic setting, and the area offers plenty of cultural and outdoor recreation activities.
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OHIO Online
Nurses who already have their RN licensure can take our 100% online RN-to-BSN program without having to set foot in a classroom. Many nursing prerequisite classes are available online, as well.
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On a Regional Campus
Take classes near where you work and live with OHIO’s BSN program at a regional campus. Clinical experiences can be done at local clinics or medical facilities, and your faculty members will assist in finding the right places for you to hone your knowledge and patient-related skills.
Named a best nursing RN to BSN program in the country by U.S. News & World Report
- Our RN to BSN has been named a best nursing BSN program in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
- OHIO’s School of Nursing is highly regarded and has been selected by Niche as the best nursing school in Ohio.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú is accredited by the .
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Careers in Nursing
Nursing is already an incredibly important career, and it’s set to become even more vital in the years to come. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ , the registered nurse workforce should grow by 6% by 2031, meaning the United States will need approximately 200,000 new nurses sooner rather than later.
In addition to working as a nurse in a hospital or other medical clinic, some of the possible nursing jobs you might hold include:
- Public health nurse
- Hospice nurse
- Nurse manager
- School nurse
- Travel nurse
- Nurse educator
- Family nurse practitioner
Most nursing degree graduates from ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú have employment opportunities well before their final class dates. It’s all thanks to the industry-relevant experience you’ll accumulate, as well as the quality of the classroom instruction you’ll receive from faculty members.
Post-grad Opportunities for Nursing Majors
OHIO Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing can advance their career outlook with a graduate degree or certificate. We encourage all our students to have a goal of lifelong learning, as nursing is an ever-evolving science. And we make it convenient for you to continue your nursing studies at OHIO with online graduate certificates and degrees.
ÌìÌÃÄñÏÈÉú offers a 100% online Master of Nursing (MSN) program that can prepare you for a specialized nursing career, such as caring for patients as a family nurse practitioner, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner or adult gerontology-acute care nurse practitioner. Or you might pursue a career as a nurse executive or nurse educator. OHIO also offers five online Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates.
Nurses interested in advanced clinical practice or executive leadership also might pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), also offered online by OHIO.
Get Hands-on Experience with Your Nursing Degree
Our nursing program provides important experiential learning opportunities for students. What you learn in the class is also valuable and applicable in the field, so you’ll get experiences in the clinic and in the community.
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Complete Undergraduate Research
All nursing degree students are required to participate in evidence-based practice projects. Each senior is assigned to work with a preceptor nurse for 168 hours (about one week) in a hospital setting. Preceptors are experienced licensed clinicians who help students translate their classroom learning into clinical practice.
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Participate in Community Engagement Opportunities
Along with blood drives and charitable fundraising, all nursing degree students are required to take a community course that features practical experience at local schools, home health agencies, and local hospitals, such as .
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Take Advantage of Leadership and Networking Opportunities
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