Nursing is a practice-oriented major, so clinical courses at healthcare agencies will be an integral part of the program. The bachelor of science is the preferred educational degree for nursing, providing nurses with a wide range of opportunities in the field.

Niagara prepares the next generation of caring, compassionate, and dedicated nurses for positions of responsibility in all areas of the healthcare industry. This comprehensive program of study enables students to assume leadership roles for providing quality healthcare, integrating evidence and ethics for sound decision making, collaborating for the advocacy of patients, families, and communities, and to engage in lifelong learning to maintain practice excellence in healthcare.

The Accelerated Second Degree Bachelor of Science program is run cohort-style, in which a group of students advance through the curriculum together. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the Registered Nurse Licensing Examination (NCLEX).

• 12-month full-time program
• Student learning opportunities are classroom, lab, and clinical courses
• Small class sizes to enhance student success

Students will complete 675 clinical hours in a variety of healthcare settings and 55 academic credits as they pursue the accelerated second-degree option over 12 months of study. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam for licensure.

Nursing is a practice-oriented major, so clinical courses at healthcare agencies will be an integral part of the program. The bachelor of science is the preferred educational degree for nursing, providing nurses with a wide range of opportunities in the field.

Niagara prepares the next generation of caring, compassionate, and dedicated nurses for positions of responsibility in all areas of the healthcare industry. This comprehensive program of study enables students to assume leadership roles for providing quality healthcare, integrating evidence and ethics for sound decision making, collaborating for the advocacy of patients, families, and communities, and to engage in lifelong learning to maintain practice excellence in healthcare.

Niagara University offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in nursing. The program includes a combination of classroom instruction and clinical experience, allowing students to apply what they have learned in a real-world setting. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and begin practicing as a registered nurse. With a strong curriculum and dedicated faculty, Niagara University's BSN program is an excellent choice for those interested in pursuing a career in nursing.