The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) prepares you to take the licensure exam to become a registered nurse, allowing you to work in various healthcare settings. As a registered nurse (RN), you'll be known for your compassion, attention to detail, and ability to assess patients' conditions. With a BSN, you'll be highly sought after by employers and can pursue roles in nursing science, research, leadership, and nursing informatics.
Program Type: Major
Offered: On Campus
Credit Hours: 122
Est. Time to Complete: 4 Years
Department: Department of Nursing
Hands-On Experience
As a nursing student at Minot State University, you will benefit from instruction by highly qualified faculty and engage in over 1,000 hours of hands-on clinical experiences and simulations using advanced technology.
Nursing Student Association
The department has an active Nursing Student Association (NSA) open to any student declaring nursing as their major. NSA provides you with leadership skill development, educational opportunities, and community service opportunities.
Program Highlights
Affordable Education
Graduate with a well-rounded background in the arts and sciences, and you'll have the opportunity to apply for multiple nursing scholarships. You can expect a quality education at an affordable cost, with no out-of-state tuition increase.
Dynamic Learning
Energetic and dynamic, the Department of Nursing at Minot State University invites you to join a diverse community of pre-nursing, prelicensure, and online BSN Completion students. You’ll engage in high-fidelity clinical simulation experiences in the Nursing Clinical Simulation Center, which will prepare you for real-world challenges.
Public Health Impact
Through innovative public health nursing opportunities, such as the Adult Health Maintenance Clinic, you’ll have the chance to help individuals maintain their independence. Our faculty brings a wealth of clinical and educational experience to enhance your learning both in the classroom and in clinical settings.
Careers & Outcomes
86K
Median annual salary for registered nurses
→ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Top Careers
- Registered Nurse
- Medical and Health Service
- Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Nurse Midwives
Questions? We're Here to Help
Office of Enrollment Services
701-858-3350
1-800-777-0750 ext 3350
askmsu@minotstateu.edu
Department of Nursing
701-858-3101
nursing@minotstateu.edu
Additional Program Information
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Minot State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The BSN program at Minot State is approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing, and Minot State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
