School of Nursing

Play a Critical Role in Healthcare with a Bachelor's in Nursing

A bachelor of science in nursing degree, EMU's traditional BSN program, provides students with the essential education and training needed to pursue a career in healthcare. Nursing education covers a range of subjects, including anatomy, pharmacology, patient care, and medical ethics. Nurses play a critical role in healthcare, working in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community settings to support patients' well-being.

With growing demand in the field, a nursing degree offers job stability, career growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives. Additionally, nurses can specialize in various areas such as pediatrics, emergency care, or research, allowing them to tailor their careers to their interests and strengths.

There couldn’t be a better time to pursue a career in nursing. Jobs in nursing are growing exponentially and starting with a bachelor's degree will give you an advantage over the competition. In a recent survey, job pursuers with a bachelor’s in nursing were eligible for 88% of the posted positions. It’s becoming more and more likely that a BSN degree will be required in the future as more hospitals seek "magnet" destination status.

Fast-tracking a New Career with a Second Bachelor's in Nursing

Pursuing a second degree BSN program is an excellent path for individuals who already hold a degree in another field but want to transition into the healthcare profession. Accelerated nursing degree programs offer a fast-track approach, allowing students to build on their existing academic experience while gaining the essential knowledge and skills needed to provide patient care. Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing for career changers is particularly appealing to those passionate about healthcare, seeking a fulfilling career, or wanting to leverage their previous education in a meaningful way.

With an increasing demand for skilled nurses, earning a second degree in nursing can open doors to diverse opportunities, from hospital settings to research, education, and specialized fields. The journey may be challenging, but it offers a rewarding future with job stability and the chance to make a significant impact on people's lives. With a career in nursing, your options are limitless. If you are interested, tell us who you are.

Which Pathway is for Me

Meet the need. Nurses are:

• In demand: Careers in nursing are expected to grow by 6% in the next seven years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Top earners: On average, nurses with a BSN make $10,000 more a year than nurses that enter the profession with an associate's degree. 
• Vital: As baby boomers age and changes occur in healthcare laws, the demand for healthcare professionals is projected to rise.

Expand your abilities. Nurses with BSN clinical experience are equipped to:

• Work in versatile environments such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care facilities, community health nursing, military settings and home care.
• Teach, perform case management and work in healthcare research studies and in the insurance industry.
• Continue on to higher degrees to be qualified to be a nurse practitioner, clinical specialist, hospital administration or executive nurse.

General Education

A key component in our nursing school prerequisites is completion of EMU’s general education requirements in order to receive a bachelor’s degree. All students must be admitted to EMU through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by applying as a nursing intent major

Hands-On and Career-Focused

Through earning your BSN at Eastern, you’ll benefit from the knowledge and hands-on clinical experience of highly qualified faculty, while having the opportunity to learn in a variety of settings for clinical experiences. If you're interested in continuing your education, our accredited nursing programs offer several graduate degrees, certificates and two doctoral programs.

Eastern's program will prepare you to enter the workforce with confidence and serve your patients with excellence in whatever setting you find yourself in. Start the journey to your career today.

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