Baccalaureate Degree
Indiana State University's Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Nursing combines theory and clinical nursing courses, required courses, General Education courses* and electives.
The baccalaureate degree is recognized as the basic preparation for professional nursing practice and prepares the graduate as a generalist. Baccalaureate nursing education is foundational for graduate study in nursing.
Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for entry into practice as a registered nurse.
Baccalaureate nursing education is foundational for graduate study in nursing.
The program leading to the baccalaureate degree is accredited by the Indiana State Board of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. (NLNAC).
*Revisions to the General Education Program are in process. The new Foundational Studies Program will be in effect for those students entering ISU beginning Fall 2010.