Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing

Widely respected as a leader in nursing education throughout the region and beyond, the NIU Nursing Program provides its diverse student body with a solid academic foundation of theory, clinical experience, and attention to personal growth.

• Fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
• Comprehensive program of study
• High admission standards
• Wide range of instructional and educational experiences
• Full-time adviser to assist in planning course work that is integrated with the larger university system from admission to graduation
• Solid academic and theoretical background
• Focused clinical experiences that provide over 500 clinical hours of experience with opportunities for an additional 160 to 460 clinical hours through summer internships.
• Preparation for a leadership role
• The NIU Nursing Program is recognized nationally for its high-quality nursing degree program at a cost significantly lower than that of comparable programs.
• Special programs in assisting students to pass the national licensing examination (NCLEX-RN)

For more information, please see our Admission Packet for the 'B.S. in Nursing' Degree.