Dec 11, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2015-16 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2015-16 [Archived Catalog]

Nursing Major (BSN)


Major code BS1221- Traditional BSN

College of Health Sciences and Professions 
School of Nursing 
Grover Center E365
Phone: 740.593.4494
Phone: 800.560.0144
Fax: 740.593.0286
nursing@ohio.edu
www.ohio.edu/chsp/nrse/#_

 

Program Overview

The BS1221 nursing major code is designed for individuals who are preparing to sit for the registered nurse (RN) licensing exam. Individuals will apply to the preBSN major (ND1220), complete specified college courses, and apply to selective admission to the BS1221 major. Success in Pre-Nursing does not guarantee selective admission into the BS1221 major. Applicants must apply and meet specific School of Nursing requirements.  For additional information and specific requirements refer to School of Nursing website.

Admissions Information

Freshman/First-Year Admission

Freshmen are not directly admitted to BS1221. Students apply to ND1220 (preBSN major).  Applicants must apply and meet specific School of Nursing requirements for ND1220.

Change of Program Policy

Individuals seeking to change their major to ND1220 or BS1221 need to contact the School of Nursing, schedule an advising appointment, and complete the required paperwork.  All applicants must meet specific School of Nursing requirements. Applications are only reviewed twice a year.

External Transfer Admission

Transfer students are reviewed individually for admission to the School of Nursing.

Opportunities Upon Graduation

Graduates are eligible to sit for the registered nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful passing of the NCLEX-RN, graduates can be employed in a variety of settings. Graduates are prepared to enter master’s or doctoral programs in nursing which prepare baccalaureate registered nurses for advanced nursing roles.

Requirements

Universitywide Graduation Requirements


To complete this program, students must meet all Universitywide graduation requirements .

College-Level Requirements for the College of Health Sciences and Professions


View the College-Level Requirements for the College of Health Sciences and Professions .

Nursing Major Prerequisites


Complete the following courses with an overall GPA of 2.75 or better and a C (2.0) or better grade in each course.

Upon successful completion of the requirements you must seek admission to the major.

Complete the following courses:


Complete 3 of the 5 courses with a C or better grade to seek admission to major. The remaining 2 courses must be completed before graduation:

Nursing Major Requirements


Complete the following with a C or better:


Upon admission to the nursing major, complete one of the following with a C or better and prior to graduation complete one of the following: