Because the Second Degree option is a full-time, academically rigorous program, we recommend that students forgo outside employment for the duration of the program. Our most successful students are able to focus exclusively on their studies for the entire sixteen months.
Students who have completed all prerequisite course work with a cumulative GPA of 3. The early offer cycle runs August 1—September 30 with notification in late October. The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing requires state and federal criminal background checks of all Nursing students prior to their sophomore year. Nursing students must be up-to-date with vaccinations in order to participate in the clinical experience.
Regardless of campus location, clinical experiences occur at clinical facilities within a mile radius of campus. All transportation and expenses related to clinical experiences are the responsibility of the student. Students must purchase Penn State Nursing scrubs and other uniform attire; carry professional liability insurance; complete an annual health examination, obtain criminal background and child abuse history clearances and submit to drug testing; maintain American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification; and adhere to any additional requirements of the clinical facilities.
Application Timeline All application materials must be received by December 1. Never Attended Penn State Transfer or Advanced Standing Applicants An advanced standing applicant or transfer applicant is one who never attended Penn State as an undergraduate degree-seeking student.
Between August 1 and December 1, transfer advanced standing applicants must: Complete the Undergraduate Admissions online application and pay the processing fee. Items must be received by December 1.
Lisa A Albert, Ed. The suggested academic plan s listed on this page are the plan s that are in effect during the academic year. To access previous years' suggested academic plans, please visit the archive to view the appropriate Undergraduate Bulletin edition Note: the archive only contain suggested academic plans beginning with the edition of the Undergraduate Bulletin.
The course series listed below provides only one of the many possible ways to move through this curriculum. The University may make changes in policies, procedures, educational offerings, and requirements at any time.
Please consult with a Penn State academic adviser on a regular basis to develop and refine an academic plan that is appropriate for you. Within the 30 credits of required General Education Domain courses, students must take 6 credits of Integrative Studies courses Inter-domain or Linked courses. Students should consult with their academic adviser to select appropriate courses. W, M, X, and Y are the suffixes at the end of a course number used to designate courses that satisfy University Writing Across the Curriculum requirement.
Integrative Studies courses are required for the General Education program. N is the suffix at the end of a course number used to designate an Inter-Domain course and Z is the suffix at the end of a course number used to designate a Linked course. Each course is 3 credits. After earning a B. Additionally, the Penn State B. The versatility of the B.
Nurses have countless options to explore different specialties, advance into leadership roles, and continue with lifelong learning while providing high quality nursing care to their clients. Demand for nurses continues to rise. The B. Graduates of the baccalaureate nursing program have a vast array of rewarding employment opportunities.
Employment settings include:. A baccalaureate degree in nursing is typically required to pursue advanced degrees in nursing, which prepares the nurse for roles such as nurse educator, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, nurse midwife, nurse anesthetist, nurse administrator and nurse researcher. On-campus options are available for nurses interested in advanced clinical practice roles such as a Nurse Practitioner, or in research through the Ph.
Several online options are offered to provide flexibility to working nurses across the country. These programs include M. Many U. Nursing, B. Nursing, R. Print Options.
Program Description The Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing prepares students to become professional practitioners in areas of health promotion and maintenance, illness care, and rehabilitation. Clinical experiences occur at clinical facilities within a mile radius of campus. Students start and remain at the campus of admission for the entire program. Clinical experiences occur at facilities within a mile radius of the campus. For Both Options All transportation and expenses related to clinical are the responsibility of the student.
What is Nursing? Direct Admission to the Major Incoming first-year students who meet the program admission requirements are admitted directly into the major. General Education Connecting career and curiosity, the General Education curriculum provides the opportunity for students to acquire transferable skills necessary to be successful in the future and to thrive while living in interconnected contexts.
Foundations grade of C or better is required. Cultures Requirement 6 credits are required and may satisfy other requirements United States Cultures: 3 credits International Cultures: 3 credits Writing Across the Curriculum 3 credits required from the college of graduation and likely prescribed as part of major requirements. Total Minimum Credits A minimum of degree credits must be earned for a baccalaureate degree. Quality of Work Candidates must complete the degree requirements for their major and earn at least a 2.
Limitations on Source and Time for Credit Acquisition The college dean or campus chancellor and program faculty may require up to 24 credits of course work in the major to be taken at the location or in the college or program where the degree is earned.
Requirements for the Major Requirements for the Major must be completed prior to admission for students taking the Second Degree Option. Suggested Academic Plan The suggested academic plan s listed on this page are the plan s that are in effect during the academic year. General Nursing Option: Nursing, B. Career Paths After earning a B. Careers Demand for nurses continues to rise. Students graduating or completing prerequisite course work in spring will be considered on a space-available basis.
Students who have completed all prerequisite course work with a cumulative GPA of 3. The early offer cycle runs August 1—September 30 with notification in late October. Additionally, the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing will consider making an early offer to spring-graduating seniors from Penn State who apply between August 1 and September 30, have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.
These offers will be contingent upon spring prerequisite course completion. Summer course completion will not be considered; those students will need to reapply for the following year. Applicants who will complete their course work after the November 30 deadline must submit official transcripts immediately upon course completion to Undergraduate Admissions AND an unofficial copy by email to the Nursing program office at the campus to which you are applying.
Additionally, students who are taking classes in the upcoming spring semester must email a copy of your spring schedule or an unofficial transcript showing scheduled coursework to the Nursing contact at your preferred location no later than the third week of December.
Applicants are notified by email in February regarding their status. Successful applicants with all prerequisite criteria met by the end of the fall application semester will receive an immediate offer. Be sure to regularly check the email address you provide on your application or reenrollment.
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