Nursing, Bachelor of Science

Undergraduate Degree Path in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (on-campus) 

Successful graduates of this program earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and possess the foundation for graduate study. A graduate is eligible to sit for the R.N. licensure exam, NCLEX-RN®

Plan of Study 

Course Catalog - 24/25 

Additional Degree Paths:

Second Degree/Accelerated BSN (on-campus)

Enables a non-nurse with a baccalaureate degree (BA/BS), the ability to earn a BSN in  as little as15-months

2nd degree BSN | Saint Francis University

RN to BSN (online)

An online Bachelor of Science in Nursing program for nurses who already hold the RN licensure

RN-BSN | Saint Francis University

RN to BSN to MSN FNP (online)

An accelerated program that prepares academically qualified undergraduate RN-BSN nursing majors to take a fast-track approach toward their professional future that includes graduate-level courses while enrolled in undergraduate studies

RN-BSN-MSN | Saint Francis University

Graduate Nursing Programs

MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Track

Key Topics Covered

• clinical reasoning, cultural competence, patient care technologies, and interprofessional collaborative practice
• professional nursing standards aligned with the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Performance
• strong science foundation including human anatomy, chemistry, and biology
• the  "Art and Science" of nursing through robust humanity/liberal arts core 
• ethics and values of a caring profession 
• caring for individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations
• hands-on simulated and professional clinical experiences
• nursing leadership and management theory

Upon successful completion of the undergraduate nursing program, you will be able to:

• Synthesize knowledge from nursing, the arts, sciences, and humanities for the development of intellectual and practical abilities, which form the foundation for nursing practice. 
• Embrace the concept of Patient-Centered Care as the core purpose of nursing as a discipline. 
• Examine the principles of population health for the purpose of achieving equitable outcomes and improved health status. 
• Utilize the research process to acquire evidence-based practices which enhance the nurse’s collaborative role in clinical decision-making, improving health, and providing optimal care. 
• Employ quality care improvement and patient safety practices to achieve desired health outcomes that are consistent with patient preferences and current professional knowledge. 
• Collaborate with the interprofessional team to establish healthcare goals for individuals, communities, and populations. 
• Apply knowledge of healthcare systems to effectively coordinate resources in providing safe, quality, and equitable care. 
• Utilize information and communication technologies and informatics processes to promote efficient communication, and to assist patients and consumers to improve health and manage health conditions. 
• Exemplify a professional nursing identity that reflects the characteristics and values of the discipline. 
• Develop personal, professional and leadership attributes to promote self-awareness, personal growth, and positive opportunities.

Certification/Professional Licensure

Upon graduation from the BSN program, all students must pass the NCLEX to receive the RN license. 

BSN program completion rates for students entering into the professional phase of the nursing program and graduating within 6 semesters are at a minimum of 70% or higher.

BSN Program graduates have consistently exceeded the National First-Time Taker Pass Rates on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) on their first attempt.  

The BSN program graduate employment rate is at a minimum of 70% or higher as evidenced through data collected within 12 months of program completion.