Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (2 + 2)

Students interested in pursuing the courses necessary to apply to professional school in nursing are enrolled in the Allied Health Studies major. They complete two years of pre-requisites before applying to the professional nursing program of their choice.

Departments from across the university contribute courses to the B.A. in Allied Health Studies, which is organized by the Health Professions Advising Office in the College of Liberal Arts. This nationally recognized office helps prepare students for application and admission to allied health professional schools.

Allied health studies emphases are

• Dental Hygiene
• Health Informatics and Information Management 
• Histotechnology
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Medical Technology
• Nursing
• Physician Assistant
• Radiologic Sciences

Students receive a well-rounded general education from the College of Liberal Arts that empowers them to deal with complexity, diversity, and change in the world. The program also allows students to choose the relevant courses for their professional school of choice. 

The Value of an Allied Health Studies Degree

Allied Health Studies majors gain the ability to understand human behavior, communicate complex ideas, think critically, interpret data, and engage with a diverse world. These skills prepare our majors to enter any allied health profession and become leaders of the future.

What is the scope of the nursing profession?

Nurses promote health, prevent disease, and help patients cope with illness. They have a unique scope of practice and can practice independently or collaborate with all members of the healthcare team.

Nurses serve as advocates for patients, families, and communities. They develop and manage nursing care plans, instruct patients and their families in proper care, and help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain their health.