Program overview
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is a full-time, day school program that prepares students for the contemporary health care environment. Graduates are qualified to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and earn certification as public health nurses.

The four-year program is available at two locations: the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and the University of Minnesota Rochester. It includes 1) one year of prerequisite courses and 2) three years of sequenced nursing coursework.

Our applicants have a broad educational background. We have applicants in current undergraduate programs, those seeking a second undergraduate degree, and even applicants who have completed a master's program.

The curriculum focuses on basic science and nursing practice, complemented by courses in psychology, humanities, nutrition, and leadership. Students benefit from Web-based resources, clinical simulations, interprofessional experiences, and research opportunities.

Students do clinical rotations at the University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview, ranked within the top 45 hospitals in the nation, and at the internationally acclaimed Mayo Clinic in Rochester.

Other clinical sites include:
 

• Local hospitals
• Long-term care facilities
• Hospice
• Public health departments
• Human service agencies
• Clinics
• Child care centers

In addition, a Clinical Immersion Experience during the senior year allows students to develop leadership skills and make the transition into full-time clinical practice.

Please review these detailed documents regarding the BSN program, admission requirements, application directions,  and financial aid opportunities.

2013-2014 Information PowerPoint

2013-2014 Prerequisite Planning Sheet

Uniforms
Order School of Nursing scrubs and lab coats.

Study Abroad Opportunity
Cultural Immersion Service Learning in Public Health Nursing

Information Sessions
We offer group information sessions on a regular basis to answer your questions about the nursing program. During the session, we talk about the nursing major, prerequisite courses, transfer coursework, and application process.

To register for Twin Cities session date and time, please visit http://www.healthcareers.umn.edu/events/home.html#nursing. Registration is preferred but not required for Rochester sessions and can be done by contacting nurumr@umn.edu

* Dates and times for information sessions are subject to change

Twin Cities May 16 2:00-3:00 pm 2-565 Moos Tower June 14 10:00-11:00 am 2-565 Moos Tower July 19 12:00-1:00 pm 2-565 Moos Tower Aug. 16 2:00-3:00 pm 2-565 Moos Tower Sep. 20 10:00-11:00 am 2-565 Moos Tower  Oct. 25 12:00-1:00 pm  2-565 Moos Tower Nov. 15 10:00-11:00 am 2-565 Moos Tower Dec. 13 2:00-3:00 pm 2-565 Moos Tower

Rochester May 17 10:00-11:00 am Room 398 June 5 7:00-8:00 am Room 397 June 21 3:00-4:00 pm Room 397 July 9 12:00-1:00 pm Room 397 July 18 7:00-8:00 am Room 397  Aug. 7 12:00-1:00 pm Room 397 Aug. 23 8:00-9:00 pm Room 397 Sep. 27 7:30-8:30 am Room 397 Oct. 23 7:30-8:30 am Room 397 Nov. 13 7:30-8:30 am Room 397 Dec. 6 7:30-8:30 am Room 397