Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Preparing leaders to meet the healthcare challenges of the future
The Michigan State University College of Nursing's Traditional BSN program is designed to develop highly qualified, caring professionals to meet the healthcare needs of individuals, families and populations.
This is a full-time, six-semester, upper-division BSN program for students who have completed 28 credits and prerequisite coursework.
Graduates qualify to take the NCLEX-RN, the licensure examination for eligibility to become a registered nurse. Current reports indicate that MSU BSN graduates who took the NCLEX–RN in 2024 had an average pass rate of 89.87% and an average of 92% during the first quarter of 2025.