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.

96.74% of graduates pass the NCLEX their first time

87.56% of students complete the program on time in 4 semesters

*2024 Program Outcomes

Next Steps to the Nursing Program

Traditional Track
The traditional track is primarily for students completing their first bachelor’s degree. Those with a prior degree may also apply. Nursing courses are completed during junior and senior years in 4 semesters (24 months).

Availability: Dahlonega, Gainesville, Cumming

Requirements:

Academic Catalog

US and GA History Exam Requirements

US and GA Constitutional Exam Requirements

Entrance exam (HESI) information:

Subsections – reading comprehension, vocabulary, math, anatomy & physiology

Minimum cumulative score 75%, minimum subsection score 66%

UNG Testing Center has instructions on how to register for HESI and test dates

Application deadlines:

Fall semester start – January 15 - Fall 2025 deadline extended to June 1, 2025

Spring semester start – October 15

Note: spring semester start is only available at Dahlonega and Gainesville campuses

Rolling acceptance

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.

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 for students who already have a bachelor’s or graduate degree in an area other than nursing. Nursing courses are completed over 4 consecutive semesters (15 months).

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

Requirements:

Academic Catalog

US and GA History Exam Requirements

US and GA Constitutional Exam Requirements

Entrance exam (HESI) information:

Subsections – reading comprehension, vocabulary, math, anatomy & physiology

Minimum cumulative score 75%, minimum subsection score 66%

UNG Testing Center has instructions on how to register for HESI and test dates

Application deadline:

Spring semester start – October 15

Rolling acceptance

Information sessions: Accelerated Track Information Sessions are offered on the third Wednesday each month from 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

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

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.

Catalog Listing FAQs Abbreviated BSN Student Handbook (PDF)

I didn't realize how well UNG prepared me as a nurse until I started practicing as a nurse.

Morgan Wischnewsky

2023 BSN Graduate

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

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.

Start Your Journey

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).

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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.

Nursing (BSN)

Degree Type

Experience the Nursing Major

Next Steps to the Nursing Program

1. Steps to Apply for University Admissions

2. Steps to Apply to the Department of Nursing

1. Steps to Apply for University Admissions

2. Steps to Apply to the Department of Nursing

What The Traditional Journey Could Look Like

Your First Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

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Department Info

Accreditation