Whether your career goals include working in a hospital after graduation, pursuing graduate studies to become a family nurse practitioner, or moving on to doctoral work, Ball State’s major in nursing will put you on the road to success. This regular concentration is a traditional four-year, on-campus track that prepares graduates for licensure to work in both structured and unstructured healthcare settings.
In years past, Ball State nursing graduates have annual pass rates of 94 to 100 percent on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Employers note that new graduates from this program are very well prepared for their profession.
Courses
A few of the classes you will take include:
- Introduction to Nursing
- Health Applications
- Physical and Mental Health
- Pediatrics
- Childbearing
What Can You Do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
A bachelor’s degree in nursing prepares you to advance your career as a nurse, or to go on to graduate studies in nursing. This degree will prepare you to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, extended care facilities, clinics, homes, and community health agencies.
You may pursue a career or further education as a/an:
- Registered Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Postsecondary Nursing Instructor
- Nurse Anesthetist