Nursing
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Program TypeMajor
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Degrees OfferedB.A., B.S.
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SchoolSaint Gianna School of Health Sciences
Earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree through one of the nation’s highest-ranking nursing programs at the Â鶹¾«Æ· — prepare for a career in the most trusted profession in health care.
What You’ll Learn
Formed in our tradition of service and leadership, you will graduate prepared to provide excellent nursing care, advocate for those in need, and make a lasting impact in your profession and community.
- Gain Practical Experience
You’ll develop competency and compassion through immersive clinical learning experiences that emphasize care for the whole person — body, mind, and spirit. Clinical placements in a wide range of health care systems, settings, and specialty practice areas provide the skills and experience you need to thrive in today's evolving nursing landscape.
- Save Time and Money
All students enrolled in our traditional, on-campus nursing program are eligible for generous financial support.
We also offer multiple pathways for nursing students to earn their degrees, including our 2.6-year tuition-free Nursing Academy, 3-year and 3.5-year Direct Admission pathways, and our traditional four-year program. In addition, licensed nurses can advance their careers through our dedicated and programs.
- Practice with Confidence
Graduates of our BSN program pass their licensure exam and enter the workforce more quickly than their peers. Over the past five years, Â鶹¾«Æ· graduates have achieved an outstanding 98% average first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate — well above state and national averages. Their competency translates into career success, with 98% of spring 2026 graduates who sought employment securing a nursing position by graduation, compared to the national average of 84%.
Program Information
Please visit our catalog for admission requirements and a full list of our courses.
We are committed to the Â鶹¾«Æ· legacy of preparing highly competent and compassionate nurses eager to fulfill their own caring ministry to individuals, families, and communities.
A Tradition of Excellence
The Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences at the Â鶹¾«Æ· has a long history of preparing exceptional health care professionals. Inspired by our patron, Saint Gianna Beretta Molla — a physician, wife, and mother — we form our graduates to be compassionate caregivers and servant leaders who uphold the dignity of every patient at every stage of life.
Accreditations
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Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at the Â鶹¾«Æ· is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
