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B.S. in Nursing


REQUIREMENTS & PREREQUISITES


The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is designed to provide a broad professional preparation based on biological, physical and behavioral sciences, as well as the humanities. The program is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and accredited by The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Graduates of the undergraduate nursing program receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, and qualify to take the state licensure examination to become a Registered Nurse.


University Requirements

Nursing majors must complete Michigan State University's graduation requirements in mathematics, integrative studies, writing and general science. The requirements for general science are met through the mandatory pre-nursing and nursing science courses. The undergraduate nursing program requires 120 semester credits for graduation. Additional University requirements for the undergraduate degree are described in the University publication, "Academic Programs".


College of Nursing Requirements

Graduation from the nursing program requires a total of eight (8) semesters; 120 total credits, including:
  • 4 semesters of prerequisite courses
  • 4 semesters within the nursing major

College of Nursing Prerequisite Courses

See the Michigan State University on-line catalog for a description of the following courses:

CEM 141 General Chemistry
ANTR 350 Anatomy
PSY 101 Introductory Psychology
BS 111 Cells and Molecules
PSL 250 or 310 Introduction to Physiology
FCE 225 Eco of Lifespan Human Development
CEM 143 Survey of Organic Chemistry
NUR 300 Pathophysiology
MMG 201 Microbiology
MMG 302 Microbiology Lab
STT 200 Statistics
HNF 311 Principles of Human Nutrition

See Michigan State University Admission Requirements for more details: http://admissions.msu.edu/Admission_Standards.asp





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