The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) curriculum encompasses general, foundational, and professional studies within a liberal arts education. Nursing knowledge is developmental in nature; each course is designed to build on knowledge and skills acquired in previous nursing and non-nursing courses.
The BSN program offers three options:
- Traditional BSN: A traditional four-year degree first degree seeking students such as freshmen and transfer students
- Accelerated BSN: An accelerated option for first degree seeking students seeking an accelerated option or second degree seeking students
- RN-BSN: An online option for graduates of Associate Degree in Nursing programs with RN licensure
Traditional BSN
Pre-Nursing
The traditional option is designed for the undergraduate student without a previous college degree and no licensure as a registered nurse. As students approach completion of the Pre-Nursing coursework, they must formally apply to the clinical major. Admission is based on a competitive, space-available basis through a systematic and comprehensive review of each applicant. Admission to the clinical major may occur in the fall or spring. More information about the clinical application process can be found on the School of Nursing website.
Clinical Nursing
Upon admission to the clinical major, students must earn 60 additional credit hours to complete the degree. A semester plan for students beginning in a fall semester is listed below. The curriculum includes instructional learning in the classroom, skills lab, simulation center, and clinical sites.
Accelerated BSN
The accelerated option is designed for first-time degree seeking students who desire an accelerated path to degree completion and second degree seeking students whose previous undergraduate degree is in a non-nursing field.
More information about the application, prerequisites and curriculum can be found on the School of Nursing website.
RN to BSN
This online option is designed for the student who has an associates degree or diploma in nursing and is licensed as an RN or currently enrolled in one of these programs. New students are admitted to this option throughout the year to start courses in the fall, spring, or summer semesters. Minimum admission requirements include a 2.5 GPA and an unencumbered RN licensure or evidence of eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) during the first semester of enrollment. More information on program prerequisites, semester plans, and how to apply can be found on the School of Nursing website.
Research and Simulation Opportunities
The school offers a diverse range of research projects that provide care to healthy and ill people of all ages. The Simulation Center is where students practice technical skills and learn technical skills in a simulated clinical setting.
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Common Career Paths
You can do nearly anything with a Mizzou degree, but here are some common career paths taken by graduates of this major:
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