Nursing (BSN)

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program is for students who want to become a registered nurse. Through rigorous classes, practice in our simulation labs, and intensive clinical experiences, you'll be prepared to be a nurse generalist with knowledge and skills to practice in acute and community settings.

Upon graduation, you will be eligible to take the national licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) required for practice as a professional registered nurse.

Degree Type

Bachelor of Science

this program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

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Experience the Nursing Major

UNG's Department of Nursing gives you the opportunity to draw upon some of the most creative, qualified, and professional faculty in nursing. The resources available to you both on campus and at affiliated health care agencies support your clinical practice, research, intellectual inquiry, and creative learning.

92.54% of graduates pass the NCLEX their first time

83.92% of students complete the program on time in 4 semesters

Top Ranked Nursing Program

*2025 Program Outcomes

Choose Your Path to a BSN

Traditional Track
The Traditional Track is designed for students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree in nursing. Students complete prerequisite coursework before beginning the nursing major.

Availability: Dahlonega, Gainesville, Cumming, Blue Ridge (In-Person)

Application deadlines:

Fall semester – January 15

Spring semester – August 15

Admission - Rolling Acceptance

Application Requirements:

Minimum GPA of 3.0

HESI A2 Entrance ExamEntrance exam (HESI) information:

Minimum 75% cumulative score

Minimum 66% in each subsection

Sections include Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Math, and Anatomy & Physiology

Information on registering for the HESI exam is available through the UNG Testing Center.

At least 35 completed credit hours

12 credit hours of required science

6 credit hours of English

3 credit hours of MATH 1111 or higher

Information sessions: Traditional Track Information Sessions are offered on the third Wednesday each month from noon - 12:45 p.m.
Admission Requirements

Applicants must complete all remaining core and program requirements prior to the start of the BSN program.

Students are required to have a grade of “C” or higher in all core curriculum and nursing prerequisites.

Additional requirements may include completion of:

US and Georgia History Exam

US and Georgia Constitution Exam

Details are available in the Academic Catalog.

Steps to Apply for BSN

1. Steps to Apply for University Admissions

Apply for admission to the University of North Georgia using GA Futures. Both Georgia and out-of-state residents create an account with GA Futures to apply. If you cannot apply online, download a paper application and submit to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. All applicants, online and paper, will pay a non-refundable application fee.

On the admission application, you will need to select Interdisciplinary Studies - Nursing BS for your intended major.

Note: University Admissions application deadlines can be found on the UNG
Application Deadlines page and are distinct from the nursing program deadlines listed in the Traditional Track – Application deadlines box above

Submit your official transcripts. You will need to submit an official transcript from each institution you have attended. We must receive the transcripts through e-script, Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, or another secure transcript delivery service directly from the institutions: choose Admissions Imaging Center or use admissions-gvl@ung.edu as the intended recipient.

Your institution can mail your transcript directly to UNG:

UNG Admissions Imaging Center, PO Box 1358, Gainesville, GA 30503.

Note: Transcripts sent by the student or parent are not considered official.

Check your admission status often to make sure we have received all your required documents.

2. Steps to Apply to the Department of Nursing

Once accepted to the University, you must apply for admission to the nursing program once application eligibility criteria are fulfilled. You will find the BSN application in your BannerWeb account.

Register for the HESI A2 exam at one of the UNG Testing Centers or at a Prometric Testing
Center using 201234 as UNG’s ID number. The exam must be taken within twelve months
prior to the application deadline and may only be taken twice per calendar year. There
must be six or more weeks between exam dates.

Score must meet the scores listed in the requirements section above.

Accelerated Track
The Accelerated Track is designed for students who already hold a bachelor’s or graduate degree in a non-nursing field. The program can be completed in four consecutive semesters (15 months).

Availability: Gainesville (Courses are delivered in a hybrid format)

Application deadline:

Spring semester – August 15

Rolling acceptance

Application Requirements:

Prior bachelor’s or graduate degree in a non-nursing field

Minimum GPA of 3.0

HESI A2 Entrance Exam

Minimum 75% cumulative score

Minimum 66% in each subsection

Sections include Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Math, and Anatomy & Physiology

12 credit hours of science

6 credit hours of English

3 credit hours of MATH 1111 or higher

Information sessions: Accelerated Track Information Sessions are offered on the third Wednesday each month from noon - 12:45 p.m
Additional requirements may include completion of:

US and Georgia History Exam

US and Georgia Constitution Exam

Details are available in the Academic Catalog.

Steps to Apply for ABSN

1. Steps to Apply for University Admissions

Apply for admission to the University of North Georgia using GA Futures. Both Georgia and out-of-state residents create an account with GA Futures to apply. If you cannot apply online, download a paper application and submit to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. All applicants, online and paper, will pay a non-refundable application fee.

On the admission application, you will need to select:

Transfer seeking a second bachelor’s degree as your application type.

Select Spring for the semester you plan to enter.

Choose Gainesville as your primary campus.

For intended major select - Interdisciplinary Studies with Nursing BS

Respond "Yes" to the next question regarding seeking an accelerated track

Note: University Admissions application deadlines can be found on the UNG
Application Deadlines page and are distinct from the nursing program deadlines listed in the Accelerated Track – Application deadlines box above.

Submit your official transcripts. You will need to submit an official transcript from each institution you have attended. We must receive the transcripts through e-script, Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, or another secure transcript delivery service directly from the institutions: choose Admissions Imaging Center or use admissions-gvl@ung.edu as the intended recipient.

If your institution is mailing your transcript directly to UNG: UNG Admissions Imaging Center, PO Box 1358, Gainesville, GA 30503.

Note: Transcripts sent by the student or parent are not considered official.

If you want to be considered for in-state tuition, you must submit your verification of lawful presence. This is not required if you pay out-of-state tuition.

Admission to the UNG is not contingent upon proof of lawful presence.

Check your admission status often to make sure we have received all your required documents.

2. Steps to Apply to the Department of Nursing

Once accepted to the University, you must apply for admission to the nursing program. You will find the Accelerated Bachelor of of Science in Nursing (ABSNT) application in your BannerWeb account.

More detailed instructions will be sent to you about this part of the application process after you have been accepted to the University

Register for the HESI A2 exam at one of the UNG Testing Centers or at a Prometric Testing Center using 201234 as UNG’s ID number. The exam must be taken within twelve months prior to the application deadline and may only be taken twice per calendar year. There must be six or more weeks between exam dates.

Score must meet the scores listed in the requirements section above.

Transferring into the BSN Program from Outside UNG
Transfer students must apply to the university and be unconditionally accepted, prior to applying to the BSN program. UNG must receive your completed application for admission and all supporting documents prior to the deadline.

All transfer students are required to attend a transfer student orientation after acceptance.

Students transferring to UNG who are considered Core Complete from another USG institution must still complete the following prerequisite coursework for admission to the BSN Nursing Program:

Lab Science Sequence (one required): CHEM 1151K & 1152K; CHEM 1211K & 1212K; BIOL 1101K & 1102K; BIOL 1107K & 1108K; PHYS 1111K & 1112K; or PHYS 2211K & 2212K

BIOL 2260K – Microbiology

BIOL 2251K & 2252K – Anatomy and Physiology I & II

MATH 1111, 1113, 1450, or 1501

MATH 1401 – Statistics

PSYC 1101, SOCI 1101, or PSYC 2103

Transfer students are encouraged to consult with an Academic Advisor regarding pre-nursing requirements. For questions specific to the BSN Nursing Program, students may also contact the Nursing Department’s master advisors: Dr. April Mangum or Dr. Christina Ekstrom.

Catalog Listing FAQs 2025-2026 Abbreviated BSN Student Handbook (PDF)

With smaller class sizes, you feel like more of a person than just a number. The professors really know what they're talking about. The simulation lab helps you with real-world scenarios.

Rebecca Barrere

2022 BSN Graduate

Your Journey to Becoming a Nurse at UNG

Students in both the Traditional and Accelerated BSN tracks progress through a structured pathway that combines foundational science coursework, hands-on clinical training, and advanced nursing practice.