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Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
BSN Program (RN Prep)

Program Length

36 Mo.

On-Campus

or Online

Credits

120

Pathway options

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AccreditationCCNE accredited,1 Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Program lengthYear-round 3-Year BSN program, or less depending on transfer credit or prior learning
Transfer creditUp to 90 approved credits
FormatCoursework may be offered online and/or on-ground, depending on location
QuickPathsEarn dual credit towards a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at select campus locations; transfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University

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Classes start: January 6th

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Overview: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree options include several undergraduate pre-licensure programs which prepare you for a career in as a Registered Nurse (RN). The degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in holistic, safe, and quality evidence-based patient care.

Herzing student passed her NCLEX exam.
  • Career-focused curriculum

    Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.

  • Flexible schedule

    We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.

  • Virtual services

    Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.

  • Lifelong support

    We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

  • Rolling admissions

    No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.

Pathways

Choose your pathway to earn a BSN

On-campus

3 Year Pre-Licensure BSN Program

Enroll on-campus at one of our 9 eligible campus locations.

Pathways

For non-nurses

Additional pathways for those new to nursing

  • Online BSN. Take all didactic/lecture classes online; eligibility in select U.S. states.
  • Accelerated BSN. Built for bachelor’s degree holders in another field—start your second career!
  • Pre-nursing. A pathway for students who are not eligible for direct entry into the BSN program.

For practicing nurses

Pathways to take the next step

  • RN to BSN. Current RNs can bridge to their BSN in as little as 1 year—available online!
  • LPN to BSN. Current Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) can earn their BSN faster by enrolling in our LPN to BSN option.

For health professionals

Transition to nursing faster

We offer unique bridge to BSN options for additional healthcare professionals seeking to become a registered nurse:

Curriculum

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program Curriculums

Herzing University's comprehensive BSN degree program prepares the generalist nurse with a focus on practice which is holistic, caring, safe, quality, and evidence-based client/patient care.

Herzing University's BSN pre-licensure plan is approved by the state boards of nursing in the states where it is currently offered and prepares students to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) upon completion of the program. Graduates who successfully pass this national examination will be eligible to practice as registered nurses in the state in which they took the examination and will also be qualified to apply for licensure in all 50 states.

The liberal arts education core provides a strong foundation for developing the clinical judgment and critical thinking skills required to provide care to diverse populations across the life-span, health-illness continuum, and in a variety of healthcare settings and to practice lifelong learning.

The general education and core nursing classes build on each other and are integrated throughout the curriculum. Theoretical instruction is integrated with clinical experience in a variety of healthcare settings in order to provide a broad, holistic, and reality-based understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a professional nurse.

Clinical experience is an integral part of Herzing's BSN programs.

Requirements

Enrollment requirements

Please contact admissions for enrollment procedures.

Classes Start: January 6th

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You are never alone

Carla and Michael teamed up to help each other earn their BSNs. You can take on nursing school alongside vibrant, hardworking classmates dedicated to helping us all grow together.

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Careers

Now is the ideal time to earn a BSN degree

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Now is the ideal time to earn a BSN degree

Ranked #8 Best Health Care Jobs of 2023 according to U.S. News & World Report

Nursing continues to be a high-growth field and according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment is expected to grow 6% between 2022-2032.*

A career in nursing could be right for you, if you want to:

  • Learn and work with new healthcare technologies
  • Help patients understand their health issues and treatments
  • Experience new challenges and opportunities
  • Expand your career potential in healthcare
  • Help people feel better and prevent illness
  • Understand the human body and its various systems
  • Teach or consult

The Student Experience at Herzing

To all pursuing their degree: one year flies by very fast! 

Nancy Nfor
Nursing Student | Kenosha Campus

When the economy took a downturn, I decided to pursue a career in nursing. Herzing allowed me to get my degree in just 2 years! 

Geoff Codlyn
Nursing Student | Madison Campus

I was grateful for the experience, especially since I was able to complete my degree quickly.

Johanna Valdez
Nursing Student | Kenosha Campus

I was looking for a nursing program that would accommodate my schedule where I didn’t feel rushed. I feel like I really learned a lot of valuable information!

Monica Romero Pina
Nursing Student | Kenosha Campus

My class had to work through the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, we worked quite hard with our professors to stay on track and still learned everything we needed!

Elizabeth Robins
Nursing Student | Brookfield/Milwaukee Campus

Everyone at Herzing University was supportive and played a role in helping me achieve my goals, from the admissions staff to the president. I have a story and relationship with almost everyone on campus. My instructors really encouraged me every day to succeed and inspired me to become the best nurse I could be.

Brandon Charles Shaver
Nursing Student | Kenosha Campus

Faq

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for registered nurses is $94,480 per year ($45.42 per hour)*. Nurses with a bachelor’s degree tend to fall on the upper side of that average due to their advanced education and their qualification to help hospitals earn Magnet Recognition.

The BLS projects a 9% increase in need for registered nurses from 2020-2030*. RNs are in high demand, and earning a BSN can help your resume stand out and give you a better chance of getting the job you really want.

Increasingly yes, but it ultimately depends on the institution who issued the degree.

As the popularity of online degrees continues to rapidly trend upward in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, so has mainstream acceptance of online degree programs.

Attitudes toward online degrees were already becoming more positive before the pandemic forced the issue. According to a 2019 study from Northeastern University, 61 percent of HR leaders say online learning is “of equal or greater quality to more traditional methods.” More than half believe that in the future, most advanced degrees will be online.

Regarding nursing applicants who earned online degrees, there are a few important factors employers consider:

  • The school and degree program’s accreditation. Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and programmatically accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).1
  • If you have earned nursing licensure. Our program is designed to help you pass the NCLEX and become licensed before getting your first job.
  • The school’s reputation and history of producing excellent employees. Consider our many happy graduates and 50+ years producing more than 40,000 alumni.

For all these reasons employers know what it means when they see “Herzing University” on a resume!

It’s a question of:

  1. What your goals are
  2. How quickly you want to reach them

If your goal is to become an RN quickly, the best choice may be an associate’s degree program since you may be able to become an RN in less than 2 years.

If your goal is to become an RN and potentially advance further by working towards a master’s degree in nursing (MSN), your best option is a bachelor’s degree in nursing program.

Read about the most basic differences between ADN vs. BSN and discover what's best for you.

We work to provide as many pathways as possible for you to join the rewarding career field of nursing. If your high school or college GPA is too low to qualify for enrollment, you have a few additional options with Herzing University:

No matter which educational pathway you choose, you’ll be building a strong foundation to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the future.

BSN stands for Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a baccalaureate undergraduate nursing degree you can earn as a key step to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN), or the next educational pathway for current ADN nurses seeking career advancement.

A BSN is a step up from an associate in nursing (ADN/ASN) and can offer further job opportunities for nurses seeking a particular specialty or are looking ahead to earning a master’s degree in nursing (MSN).

You don’t need a bachelor’s degree in nursing to become a registered nurse. Earn your associate’s degree in nursing and you can become an RN more quickly and earn your first set of scrubs.

However, if your goal is to continue climbing the ladder to become a nurse practitioner or pursue roles in nursing leadership or administration, you may be best off enrolling in a BSN program so you can reach your goals faster.

No matter what you choose, Herzing is here to empower you to become the best nursing professional you can be.

The advantages of earning a BSN vs. ADN or going from RN to BSN may include:

  • Increased autonomy in decision making while on the job
  • Open doors to more specialties in the nursing field
  • Become a more attractive candidate for hospitals seeking Magnet Recognition
  • Build a foundation to grow into education or leadership pathways
  • Positions you better for nursing jobs with higher pay
  • Qualify to enroll in an MSN program
  • Become more familiar and educated with evidence-based practice opportunities
  • Increase knowledge and understanding of RN specialties and skills
  • Transition from “technical” to “professional” RN
  • Gain a deeper knowledge of nursing theory and leadership theory

A 2017 study from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) indicates employers have the level of education at top of mind in the hiring process. Based on results from 586 schools of nursing, the study revealed 49% of hospitals and other healthcare facilities require new hires to hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing, and 86.3% of employers show a strong preference for BSN graduates.

The ultimate benefit is bettering yourself, becoming the best nurse you can be and following the career path of your choosing.

There are a wide variety of different career paths in nursing, and depending on what makes the most sense for you there are several different types of nursing degrees you may consider:

  • Diploma in Practical Nursing. The fastest way to start your nursing career is to earn a diploma in practical nursing and become a Licensed Practical Nurse. This isn’t a “degree” but it’s an alternative starting point if you’re ready to get your feet wet in nursing.
  • Associate degree in nursing. Earn an associate’s degree in nursing and you’ll be eligible to site for the NCLEX and become a Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Bachelor’s in nursing. A bachelor’s degree is becoming the new educational standard for registered nurses, and it will qualify you for a master’s degree program.
  • Master’s in nursing. Many roles up the ladder in nursing will require a master’s degree.

All schools have their own distinct degree programs based on their qualifications and expertise. Herzing University offers many different options to provide the shortest path to your destination no matter where you are right now, including campus bridge programs and online programs to help you reach the next level in your education. View all of our nursing programs.

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Accreditation & Disclosures

1. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Herzing University Atlanta, Brookfield, Kenosha, Madison, Minneapolis, New Orleans, and Orlando are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). This accreditation includes the baccalaureate degree program offered at the satellite Herzing University Tampa location.

Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2023 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.

Classes Start: January 6th

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