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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)|RN-BSN|BEACON|Masters Program|DNP

Initial inquiries, requests for information, etc please call (937) 775.3132.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Wright State University is four academic years in length and prepares professional graduates who are eligible to sit for the Registered Nurse National Licensure Examination. The program is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing and fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Registered nurses with diplomas or associates degrees can find information on the RN-BSN link.

The baccalaureate degree in nursing prepares students for many diverse and dynamic career paths in a variety of health care settings. The American Nurses Association, the National League for Nursing and other nursing organizations strongly support baccalaureate education as the entry point for professional nursing.


Admission to WSU-CoNH

Applicants should submit a formal application for admission to the college by June 15 for fall admission and December 15 for spring admission. Applications received after these dates will be reviewed on a space available basis.  Click here to download the application form.


Admission Requirements

The College of Nursing and Health invites students interested in a challenging profession in health care to submit an application to the college for fall or spring quarter admission. Entry into this competitive program starts with admission to Wright State University as a degree seeking student.

Students are eligible to apply for admission to the nursing program after successful completion of 48 quarter credit hours in prerequisite courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.5. In reviewing applications, the Admissions Committee looks for evidence of sound academic preparation, character, maturity, and the ability to perform functions required in the practice of nursing.  Two sample curricular patterns are included for the spring and fall entry tracks to complete the Traditional BSN Program of study. Click here for curriculum track.


Prerequisite Coursework

Applicants must have earned a grade of "C" or better in all prerequisite courses (total of 48 quarter credit hours). These courses which include the following courses or their equivalent must be completed by the application deadline dates: Click here for a list of the prerequisites.

    English 101 (Composition I)

    **Biology 105 (Cells & Genetics)

    English 102 (Composition II

    Anatomy 201

    Psychology 105 (Introductory I)

    Microbiology & Immunology 220

    Psychology 110 (Introductory II)

    Sociology 200 (Introductory)

    *Chemistry 101 (Introductory)

    General Education Course

    Chemistry 102 (Organic)

    Statistics 160

    * Waived for students who have completed one year of high school chemistry with a "C" or better.

    ** Waived for students who have completed one year of high school biology with a "C" or better.

  1. Applicants should submit a 250-word essay describing life experiences that they believe will foster their success in the nursing profession. Experiences could include high school activities, volunteer work, parenting experiences, employment, etc.
  2. Applicants must assure that transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate courses attempted from all universities are on file at the time of application for admission to the program.

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