Nursing is a calling to care for people of all ages and diverse cultural, economic, and social backgrounds. Nurses form the largest part of the healthcare sector in the United States and demand is great for new nurses to meet expanding health care needs of society. Registered nurses educated at the BSN level are needed in acute and other healthcare settings for their leadership skills and ability to use evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes. BSN graduates may also work in research, community centers, schools, and correctional facilities. the BSN degree provides a foundation for graduate study to the master of science in nursing or doctor of nursing program to assume the role of an advanced practice nurse.
University of Portland
University of Portland prepares adults enrolled in the bachelor of science degree in nursing program to function as professional nurses who will operate from a perspective of integrity and commitment to social justice to vulnerable populations in various health care settings. Students will understand the importance of providing optimal health and wellness for everyone without partiality to social, economic, or health-related factors. There will be an emphasis on the development of skills in population health, leadership, health care innovations, holistic generalist nursing care, social justice, and evidence-based practice. The simulated lab sessions conducted on campus will incorporate the use of patient scenarios to help students care for complex patients, debriefing sessions at the end of each lab, wearable technology to simulate complex medical findings, Certified Healthcare Simulation Educators, and trained medical actors and high-fidelity medical manikins. Graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX for Registered Nurse.
Program Outline
Semester credits: 122
Duration: 4 years
Method of instruction: Traditional
Course titles:
Preprofessional courses – Human Anatomy and Physiology I, Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab, Human Anatomy and Physiology II, Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab, Microbiology for Nurses, Microbiology Lab for Nurses, Foundations of Biology, Elementary Statistics, Theological Dimensions of Suffering and Death, Who Is America: The Early US
Courses – Nursing Professionalism and Practice, Health and Wellness Across the Lifespan, Licensure Lab I, Foundations in Health Assessment, Professional Practice: Health Assessment, Health and Wellness Across the Lifespan II, Licensure Lab II, Licensure Lab III, Professional Practice: Population Health and Wellness, Clinical Reasoning Seminar: Population Health and Wellness, Professional Practice: Acute Illness Management, Clinical Reasoning Seminar: Acute Illness Management, Population Health and Wellness Across the Lifespan, Acute Illness Management Across the Lifespan, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II, Licensure Lab IV, Professional Practice: Chronic Illness Management, Clinical Reasoning Seminar: Chronic Illness Management, Transition to Professional Practice, Clinical Reasoning Seminar: Transition to Professional Practice, Chronic Illness Management Across the Lifespan, Social Justice and Population Health, Advancing the Culture of Health, Life-long Learning
Admission criteria:
- Must meet the general entrance requirements for the University
- Must complete a high school or college level chemistry course before enrolling in Foundations of Biology
- Applicants with a redesigned SAT reding score of less than 20 or an ACT English score of less than 22 must enroll in College Writing
- Complete all prerequisite courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Complete a satisfactory background check and obtain a clean drug screen
- Must have completed HIPAA
- Must have current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification
- Complete all the immunization requirements
Program Cost:
Tuition costs $25,676 per semester for students completing 12 or more credit hours. Additional costs for nursing students include books, uniforms, lab fees, nursing supplies, CPR certification, background check, and health screen. Financial aid is available for eligible students.
- Website: https://www.up.edu/index.html
- Address: 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97203-5798
- Phone: 503.943.8000
- NCLEX-RN Pass Rate: 88.59%
Oregon Health and Science University
The Bachelor of Science with a major in nursing program at Oregon Health and Science University prepares students for practice in a variety of settings and to care for individuals, families and populations across the lifespan. The program includes theory and practical learning experiences that emphasize compassionate and patient-centered care to patients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Students will acquire competencies to meet the changing healthcare needs of patients, families, and communities. Graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX for licensure as a Registered Nurse. The program is offered on a full-time schedule only.
Program Outline
Quarter credits: 180
Duration: 3 years (9 terms)
Method of instruction: Traditional
Course titles:
Preprofessional courses –Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, Anatomy and Physiology III, Nutrition, Microbiology, Introduction to Genetics, Statistics, Written English/English Composition, Humanities Elective, Human Growth and Development, Psychology
Courses – Foundations of Nursing: Health Promotion, Foundations of Nursing in Chronic Illness I, Foundations of Nursing in Acute Care I, Clinical Pharmacology I, Clinical Pharmacology II, Pathophysiology Processes I, Pathophysiology Processes II, Nursing in Chronic Illness II and End of Life, Nursing in Acute Care II and End of Life, Population Health Practice, Epidemiology, Nursing Leadership in Health Care Delivery Systems, Introduction to Research for Nurses, Integrative Practicum I, Integrative Practicum II
Admission criteria:
- Must have a prerequisite GPA of 3.0 or higher – only prerequisite courses will be used in the GPA calculation
- Must complete 45 quarter credits hours of prerequisite coursework before enrollment
- Attend a scheduled interview – to evaluate verbal and written communication skills
- Provide evidence of any life/healthcare experience via an essay response of knowledge and skills acquired through work or volunteer experience
- Must complete college level chemistry with a grade C or better
- Provide evidence of Oregon residency
- Complete the supplemental questionnaire – optional
- Submit an online application and fee via NursingCAS
Program Cost:
The total cost of tuition for the program is $54,454.02 for resident students and $86,167.02 for non-resident students. Costs for textbooks, uniforms, lab fees, background check, and supplies are not included. Financial aid is available for eligible students.
- Website: https://www.ohsu.edu/about
- Address: 3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR 97239-3098
- Phone: 503-494-8311
- NCLEX-RN Pass Rate: 91.30%
Linfield University
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Linfield University will be immersed in a program that pairs advanced technology with the core knowledge essential to provide care in the changing health care environment. Experienced faculty work alongside students as mentors to prepare them for success in the delivery of care in diverse healthcare settings. There will be much emphasis on evidence-based communication strategies designed to prepare student for effective working relationships in interdisciplinary settings. Hands-on experiences in the simulated lab and the clinical rotations provide opportunities for application of the theoretical principles and development of those skills that are essential for success in the delivery of care. Graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN.
Program Outline
Quarter credits: 180
Duration: 2 years (not including prerequisites)
Method of instruction: Traditional
Course titles:
Preprofessional courses –Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, College Writing, Biology or Chemistry with Labs, Microbiology with Lab, Lifespan Development, General Psychology, Human Nutrition, Statistics
Courses – Foundations of Community-Based Nursing Practice, Professional Communication in Healthcare, Evidence-Based Nursing, Integrated Experiential Learning I, Nursing Care of Clients and Families Across the Lifespan Living with Chronic Conditions, Clinical Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing Practice, Integrated Experiential Learning II, Nursing in Mental Health and Illness Across the Lifespan, Transitions in Health and Illness, Integrated Experiential Learning III, Nursing Care of Clients and Families Across the Lifespan with Acute Conditions, Populations Based Nursing, Nursing Leadership, Integrated Experiential Learning IV
Admission criteria:
- Must complete Linfield’s GPA and prerequisite course requirements before applying to the program
- Must have 62 semester credits completed before enrolling on the nursing program
- Submit a completed application through NursingCAS
- Must include one reference with contact information
- Submit all official transcripts through NursingCAS by the application deadline
- Submit a complete Declaration of Academic Program form indicating pre-nursing to the Academic Advising office
Program Cost:
The program costs $34,254 for students in the first semester and $33,600 for continuing semesters. Costs include student body fee, malpractice insurance, technology, course and testing fees, living allowance, personal expenses, transportation, books, supplies, uniforms, and loan fees. Financial aid is available for eligible students.
- Website: https://www.linfield.edu/index.html
- Address: 900 SE Baker Street, McMinnville, Oregon 97128
- Phone: 503-883-2200
- NCLEX-RN Pass Rate: 86.52%
George Fox University
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at George Fox University provides a balance between caring for others and sound scientific knowledge. Students will receive knowledge, skills, and competencies to improve the health and well-being of patients, families, and populations to make a difference in their lives and offer hope and healing. Benefits of the program include Christ-centered nursing education which emphasizes the principles of compassion and caring, faculty that are committed to students’ success, opportunity to participate in seven unique clinical experiences in a variety of healthcare settings and specialties, participation in numerous simulated patient experiences, access to a nursing peer mentoring program, and high NCLEX-RN pass rate. Graduates will be prepared to assume entry-level employment in various healthcare facilities.
Program Outline
Quarter credits: 120
Duration: 4 years
Method of instruction: Traditional
Course titles:
Preprofessional courses –Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, Essentials of Microbiology, Foundations of General, Organic, and Biochemistry, Communication in Society, College Algebra, Nutrition Essentials, General Psychology, Lifespan Human Development, Ethics, Caring for Words, Business Statistics
Courses – Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice, Essentials for Nursing Practice, Medical-Surgical Nursing I, Mental Health Nursing, Evidence-based Nursing Practice, Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family, Trends and Issues in Health Care, Population Health Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing II, Leadership Principles in Nursing, Nursing Capstone
Admission criteria:
- Must fulfill the requirements for admission to George Fox University
- Must complete prerequisite course requirements before applying to the program
- Must have a prerequisite GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Submit a completed application for admission to the nursing program
- Must meet the immunization requirements outlined by the clinical partners
- Must complete the background check and drug screen requirements
Program Cost:
The program costs $38,680 per year for full-time students (completing 12 to 18 credits per semester). Financial aid is available for eligible students.
- Website: https://www.georgefox.edu/
- Address: 414 N. Meridian St #6089, Newberg, OR 97132
- Phone: 503-554-2240
- NCLEX-RN Pass Rate: 87.50%