It helps create a more diverse, complete education that continues to grow after graduation. Both majors use an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students to be leaders in their respective fields. Graduates are able to advance the practice of nursing by applying the knowledge and skills they've learned. In addition, the graduate program provides a strong foundation for subsequent doctoral study. The faculty with their broad and varied experiences and educational philosophies are outstanding proponents of baccalaureate education for registered nurses.
Faculty serve as academic advisors to all students.
Return to Index Clinical Application Nursing students of the School of Nursing test nursing principles in real-life situations at a wide variety of health care settings, including hospitals, health care agencies, and community based programs. These clinical experiences are designed with working registered nurses in mind, allowing them to earn their degrees as conveniently as possible. Return to Index Curricular Goals For The First Professional Degree Derived from the School of Nursing program goals are the curricular goals specific to baccalaureate education to prepare the graduate for beginning professional practice. Return to Index Transfer of Semester Hours Students must submit to the director of admissions official transcripts of any college courses they wish to have evaluated for transfer of semester hours. At the lower division level, a maximum of 30 semester hours in nursing and a maximum of 34 semester hours in arts and sciences can be transferred.