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
Two Tracks Offered
Traditional Track
The Traditional Track is designed for students who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree.
Traditional
4 Year Degree
Application Deadlines
Fall - January 15
Spring - October 15
Accelerated Track
The Accelerated Track is designed for students who have already earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree in an area other than nursing.
15 Months
to complete your degree
Application Deadlines
October 15
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.
98% of graduates pass the NCLEX their first time
100% Job Placement
State-of-the-Art Simulation Center
Study abroad service-learning opportunities
What The Traditional Journey Could Look Like
Your First Year
- You'll start to find your place on campus and begin your core classes in English, math, science, history and chemistry.
- Attend one of our nursing advisement and info sessions to learn about applying to the nursing program.
Sophomore Year
- You'll finish up your prerequisite core courses.
- This will be the year you apply to the BSN program. Admission is competitive and is based on your GPA and HESI test score.
Junior Year
- Once you've been accepted into the program, you'll celebrate by buying your official UNG Nursing scrubs and lab kit.
- You'll learn the fundamentals of nursing practice, including health assessment, pathophysiology and pharmacology
Senior Year
- You'll study specialized topics in nursing, including obstetrics, pediatrics, mental health and population health.
- As you prepare to graduate from UNG, you'll also be preparing to take the NCLEX exam to earn your professional licensure.
Student Achievement Data
| Metric | BSN |
|---|---|
| Performance on NCLEX | 95.65% |
| Program Completion | 90.50% |
| Job Placement | 100% |
Define Your Own College Experience
Make Your Money Count
Take control of your personal finances. Attend budgeting workshops, make a financial action plan or connect with a money mentor.
Feed Your Wanderlust
Travel and work toward your degree at the same time. There's a fun study abroad program for any major on almost any continent.
Find Friends for Life
Members of our fraternities, sororities, and gender-inclusive organizations find friendship in community service & leadership.
Where Can a BSN Lead You?
UNG BSN students receive training in a variety of clinical settings across North Georgia and the metro Atlanta area, including hospitals, outpatient centers, assisted living and long-term care facilities, community clinics, and other settings where nurses practice.
Where Our Students Have Interned
- Northeast Georgia Health System
- Children's Health Care of Atlanta
- Northside Hospitals
- US Army
Where Our Students Found Jobs
- Northeast Georgia Health System
- Emory Healthcare
- Piedmont Healthcare
- WellStar Health system
- US Army
Where Our Students Have Gone to Grad School
- UNG
- Mercer University
- Georgia State University
- Vanderbilt University
- Kennesaw State University
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Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the University of North Georgia at the Dahlonega and Gainesville campuses is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.