Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
BSN Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
2.5 Year BSN Degree
120 Credits
No Pre-Requisites Required
Start in the Nursing Program
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2.5 Year BSN Degree
120 Credits
No Pre-Requisites Required
Start in the Nursing Program
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Overview
Are you passionate about becoming a registered nurse but also want the advancement opportunities that a bachelor's degree offers? Our innovative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program can help you achieve both in just 2.5 years.
This program is perfect for individuals who are ready to launch into the nursing field quickly while gaining the educational foundation for future growth. Graduate prepared to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam and earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree for advancement in the field.
Value of earning your BSN degree:
- Wider range of opportunities, including leadership or specialty roles.
- Stronger foundation for pursuing advanced nursing degrees.
- Deeper understanding of nursing theory and research.
Knowledge and Skills
Graduates should grow in the following areas:
- Pursue Career Advancement:
BSN programs delve into complex healthcare areas like leadership, research, and community health.
- Health Assessment:
Improve Health Assessment skills to provide care based on a comprehensive physical exam.
- Evidence-Based Practice:
Learning to integrate the best available evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences to make informed decisions about patient care.
BSN Curriculum
We develop effective nursing professionals through training and practical experience.
Foundational Nursing
BSN graduates deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care through teamwork and cultural competence.
Medical Certification
ECPI University helps prepare BSN graduates to pass the NCLEX-RN and become licensed registered nurses.
Acute Nursing
BSN students learn to care for critically ill patients through medical-surgical, critical care, and emergency nursing training.
Leadership in Nursing
BSN students develop leadership skills to manage healthcare teams and improve patient care.
Credit Hours
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Course Categories
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Description
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80
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Core Curriculum
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Courses that provide an educational foundation, building essential skills across diverse subjects.
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35
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Arts & Sciences
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Courses which delve into both creative expression and the scientific world, shaping well-rounded thinkers.
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5
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Self Integration
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These courses set you up for college success and beyond.
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120
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Total Credit Hours
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Program outcomes, such as NCLEX-RN pass rates, provide information about a nursing program's quality and effectiveness. This metric helps students assess a program's ability to prepare graduates for successful licensure and entry into the nursing field.
BSN Registered Nursing NCLEX Pass Rates
Campus
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2024 Pass %*
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2023 Pass %*
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Northern Virginia
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100
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NA
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Richmond
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100
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NA
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Virginia Beach
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97.06
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91.67
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Programmatic Accreditation
The Baccalaureate Degree Program in Nursing at ECPI University Orlando, Florida campus, ECPI University Virginia Beach, Virginia campus, and ECPI University Richmond, Virginia campus is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org.)
Institutional Accreditation
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
