Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University

    Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University

    Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University

    Study Nursing at Ohio University, a Bachelor degree offered at its main campus in Athens, United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 4 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 22, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Nursing

    The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program prepares students in the science and principles of nursing to provide care for individuals, families, and populations within complex healthcare systems.  The BSN curriculum includes courses in the sciences, humanities, and human behavior in addition to the nursing courses. Students learn through a combination of classroom, laboratory, and supervised clinical instruction and graduate with the competencies to provide evidence-based practice care as a generalist nurse.  Graduates of the BSN program will be eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN).

    Program Learning Outcomes

    Upon completion of the program: 

    • Students will be able to demonstrate clinical reasoning skills using the nursing process that result in the application of theory to safe professional nursing practice.
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    • Students will be able to employ effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families, members of the community, and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
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    • Students will be able to execute evidence-based practice (EBP) principles within the BSN scope of practice to ensure quality of care to culturally diverse individuals and populations.
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    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University

    Entry Requirements

    • Top 13-45% of their graduating high school classes
    • Average composite ACT score of 21-26
    • Average combined SAT score of 1050-1230 (math and evidence-based reading and writing)
    • Average high school grade point average of 3.58 (on a 4.0 scale)

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 68

    English Program Requirements

    • Provide a recent TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test score. See minimum requirements below. IELTS reports should be sent directly from the testing agency. TOEFL results should be sent electronically directly from the testing agency (school code 1593). Duolingo English Test results can be shared online with Ohio University once your test has been certified.

      English Proficiency Minimum Score Requirements
      TOEFL Paper: 520 (composition score of 5)
      TOEFL Internet (IBT): 68 (writing subscore of 17)
      IELTS: 6.0 (no sub-score below 5.5)
      Duolingo English Test: 95

    • Complete at least three years in a high school in an English-speaking system, including three years of high school English (not ESL) courses with a grade of B or better.

    • Submit an ACT composite score of 21 with 21 ACT English and 21 ACT Reading subscores.

    • Submit a 1060 SAT Total with 540 SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing subscore.

    • Have completed the equivalent of Ohio University's English 1510: Writing and Rhetoric I (Freshman Composition) with a grade of C or better. Course equivalency will be determined during the application process.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Nursing

    Graduates are eligible to sit for the registered nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed RNs.  Upon successful passing of the NCLEX-RN, graduates can be employed in a variety of settings to provide care for individuals, families, and populations within complex healthcare systems. Graduates are prepared to enter master's or doctoral programs in nursing, which prepare baccalaureate registered nurses for advanced nursing roles.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University

    • Application form
    • USD $70 international application processing fee
    • Academic records from every secondary/post-secondary institution you have attended, with a certified or attested translation if the original document is not in English. Unofficial academic records may be submitted via email to [email protected] to receive an admissions decision. Official academic records must be provided upon arrival to campus, before the first day of classes, or sent by mail in envelopes sealed and stamped by one of the following:
      • Your school or university
      • Ministry of Education of your home country
      • EducationUSA or related binational organization

        Please note: We cannot accept scanned or faxed copies as official results. ​​​​​​​​Official academic records must be submitted by mail, as previously noted, to:

        Undergraduate Admissions
        Chubb Hall 120
        1 Ohio University
        Athens OH 45701 - USA
    • Official proof of English proficiency, if available. TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo exams should be taken within the last 12 months.
    • Proof of citizenship: a copy of your passport information page.
    • Evidence of sufficient funding to support your educational and living expenses for a 9-month period. Learn more about the necessary amount on our Costs & Aid page. Your financial documentation must include:
      • A letter from your sponsor confirming the amount of funding that will be provided and stating your relationship to the sponsor (a PDF sample sponsor form is available but not required) and a letter or statement from your sponsor's bank confirming that the funding is available in an accessible account. The name on the bank document must match the sponsor letter and must be written in English.
      • If you will receive a government or other external scholarship, please provide proof of nomination of the award with your application packet.
    • Optional materials can be submitted to Undergraduate Admissions via postal mail or by emailing [email protected]. Optional materials may include:
      • Standardized test scores, if applicable. Ohio University has adopted a test-optional pathway for freshman applicants to the Athens campus. If you choose to submit standardized test scores, they must be submitted directly from the testing agency: SAT (school code 1593) or ACT (school code 3314). Ohio University considers the Evidenced-based Reading and Writing scores from the SAT.
      • Essays
      • Letters of recommendation
      • Lists of extra-curricular interests and activities
    Bachelor of Nursing at Ohio University
    Ohio University
    Ohio University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Athens

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