Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Introduction
A profession with purpose.
A bachelor of science in nursing is your first step toward licensure as an RN — and a pathway to a fulfilling career in service to others.
At John Carroll University, you will become a highly skilled, resilient nursing professional ready to make a difference in the lives of your patients and their families — and drive positive change in your community. You’ll learn from passionate educators and nurse leaders and gain valuable real-world experience at the region’s most recognizable names in healthcare.
Why JCU for Nursing?
Holistic care isn’t just a buzzword at JCU. It’s our very foundation. Guided by Jesuit values of excellence, professionalism, and service to others, our Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited BSN program is committed to improving healthcare systems, creating healthier communities, and boosting outcomes one person at a time.
Hands-on Learning
Learn by doing in the Nader Family Foundation Simulation Center. Practice skills and participate in real-world scenarios in a cutting-edge facility equipped with tools and technology that mirror professional healthcare settings.
Clinical Training
Gain practical experience across Northeast Ohio’s major healthcare systems. During your clinical training, you’ll hone your skills and observe inter-professional caregiving teams in action.
Academics
Program Overview & Outcomes
John Carroll’s nursing program combines our liberal arts tradition with innovation and evidence-based practices. As a result, our students become skilled practitioners ready to provide compassionate, person-centered care to patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Across our coursework and clinical experiences, our BSN program focuses on these core areas:
- Nursing as a scientific discipline
- Holistic care
- Cultural competence and inclusive care
- Health equity and advocacy
- Population health
- Technology and informatics
- Continuous professional development
- Resiliency and self-care
- Inter-professional collaboration
Nursing Prerequisites
After admittance to JCU, you will begin as a pre-nursing student. After successfully completing two semesters of prerequisite coursework and meeting the GPA requirements, you will be eligible to continue on to the B.S.N. program.
Related Majors
Pathways
Your Path Forward Starts Here
Plan your future from day one. Finish faster with accelerated degrees or secure your spot with early assurance partnerships.
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Discover John Carroll University's BSN program, designed to prepare compassionate and skilled nurses ready to impact healthcare positively.
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Your Pathway to Medicine, Secured
Future in Focus
Lock in your medical school acceptance while you're still an undergrad. No MCAT stress, no application uncertainty. Focus on your JCU education knowing your future in medicine is already set.
Onward
JCU's Distinct Promise
Pathways are just the beginning.
Onward makes them happen.
From your first semester forward, Onward connects your goals with the people, experiences, and support that help you build momentum with purpose.
Careers
Where Our Alumni Go
JCU alumni work in a variety of nursing settings, including hospitals, skills care facilities, outpatient centers, home health agencies, and schools.
