The baccalaureate program in the School of Nursing prepares men and women for beginning positions in professional nursing.
Nursing students study with faculty who represent a variety of clinical and research expertise.
Students in the nursing program prepare for challenging careers in the health care field with employment opportunities in hospitals, clinics, and community-based health care settings. Nursing courses emphasize clinical decision-making and the application of theoretical knowledge from nursing and other disciplines. The foundations in general and professional education acquired in the program provide a basis for progressing to positions of increased responsibility, leadership, and undertaking graduate study in nursing. Students work with other members of the health care team to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. General education includes courses in the sciences, humanities, and social studies.