Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree

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Become a caring and compassionate nurse

While earning your Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN), you'll utilize critical thinking and ethical decision making, effective communication, leadership skills, and promotion of risk reduction and illness management. You'll be able to provide safe and competent nursing care.

University of Detroit Mercy offers many different ways to study Nursing. Our undergraduate program allows you to select the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program that works best for you.

Enter the Nursing program straight out of high school.

Available in Detroit, Grand Rapids

Detroit Mercy’s full-time, four-year BSN program is built for traditional freshman students. With direct admission, you’ll begin your first year of college knowing you are a Nursing student.

Plus, you can take advantage of both clinical experiences and college life at one of two vibrant settings. Learn more:

Detroit Mercy’s McNichols Campus

Grand Rapids at Aquinas College Campus

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Already have some college credits and need to transfer in?

Transfer students

Detroit Mercy’s transfer options allows for full time or part time flexibility. Pre-requisite courses must be satisfied before the beginning of the program.

Detroit's McNichols Campus

Current Detroit Mercy students: may also apply to transfer to the BSN program after meeting criteria. The transfer process for internal candidates is different.

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Registered Nurse looking for a BSN?

In addition to our program being offered 100% online for Registered Nurses, University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) has developed partnerships with Macomb Community College and Oakland Community College. Please contact Donna Gormely by calling (586) 263-6232 or gormeldm@udmercy.edu..

RN-BSN Options

Already have a Bachelor degree and are looking to change careers?

At Detroit Mercy you can obtain a second bachelor's degree (BSN) or choose to move directly into the Master's Program.

Second Degree Option (SDO) Program

The Second Degree Option (SDO) option of the BSN program offers an accelerated curriculum to those who have already achieved a bachelor's degree in another major. Consisting of three and a half semesters of courses with a shortened summer break, you can earn a BSN in 16 months. The sequence of courses meets your unique needs as an accelerated student.

Second Degree Option

Master's Entry Advanced Generalist (MEAGN)

The Master's Entry Advanced Generalist option offer an accelerated curriculum to those who already have a bachelor's degree in another major. This innovative curriculum can earn you a MSN in 17 months and prepares you as a registered nurse who will provide leadership in quality and safety at the point of care in healthcare systems.

MEAGN

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For the Registered Nurse with a BSN looking for graduate study, we have a program for you.

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    Undergraduate Nursing Reciprocity Statement

    Undergraduate Nursing Reciprocity Statement

    Successful completion of the McAuley School of Nursing (MSON) undergraduate pre-licensure program at University of Detroit Mercy qualifies the graduate to take the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN®) in Michigan. Graduates who plan to practice in Michigan may find more information on licensure from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA):

    LARA Board of Nursing website
    Phone 517-241-0199
    Email BPLHelp@michigan.gov

    University of Detroit Mercy has not made a determination of whether the nursing curriculum meets the educational requirements in any state other than Michigan. Any graduate who plans to take the NCLEX-RN® or practice in a state other than Michigan may contact the Office of the Dean of College of Health Professions/MSON at deansofficechp@udmercy.edu.