The baccalaureate nursing program is a four-year course of study leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree . Graduates are eligible to apply to take the examination for licensure (NCLEX) to become a registered nurse (RN).  An alternate curricular pathway is available for the LPN and the RN with an associate degree in nursing.The nursing program is approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing and is nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The address for CCNE is: One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 10036-1120; telephone 1-202-887-6791.

• The nursing curriculum prepares professional practitioners by providing a sound educational base for practice, graduate study, professional development and civic responsibility. The nursing program serves as a resource for society through consultation, collaboration and scholarship.
• The nursing curriculum is organized according to a curricular framework that includes the paradigm of nursing: nursing, person/client, environment, health and the core values of caring, respect, autonomy and professionalism. 
• A strong foundation in the liberal arts is required.
• Some nursing courses focus on the individual with specific health needs in a family system.
• Other nursing courses view health needs in a broader social context.
• The nursing program offers you a solid foundation for pursuing advanced practice roles, such as family, pediatric, adult or gerontological nurse practitioner, certified nurse midwife, nurse anesthetist, nurse educator and clinical specialist; and is an excellent background for earning a masters or doctorate degree in nursing.

NDSU Undergraduate Bulletin - College of Pharmacy, Nursing, and Allied Sciences Section
NDSU Nursing Fact Sheet

 Prospective students may schedule a visit by calling 1-800-488-NDSU.
Gloria Nysveen, Email
Department of Nursing
Sudro Hall Room 136
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58105
Phone: (701) 231-7395