Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa

    Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa

    Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa

    International students can study the Nursing at The University of Iowa at its main campus in Iowa City , United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on May 15, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Nursing

    Nursing is not just a major, but a career with limitless opportunities to work in a variety of settings and impact numerous populations.

    Nursing is holistic and focused on providing and coordinating patient care. Our nursing students tend to be industrious, focused, altruistic, and dedicated people who enjoy contact with patients.

    In the University of Iowa College of Nursing's learner-centric environment, students are treated as junior colleagues, coached and encouraged by both academic and clinical faculty as they prepare to enter the nursing profession. The college is committed to preparing nurses to be leaders in their field. 

    The college's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing. When you graduate, you will qualify to take the licensure examination required for practice as a registered nurse in Iowa. 

    The college also offers an RN-BSN program for currently licensed nurses who want to earn a bachelor's degree in nursing.

    Iowa is one of the premier institutions in the country for nursing education. Nursing is not just a major, but a career with limitless opportunities to work in a variety of settings and impact numerous populations.

    Disciplines

    College of Nursing

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa

    Entry Requirements

    Name of final diploma/certificate:
    Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)

    Minimum average overall grade requirement on core academic subjects such as mathematics, science, language, and social science courses (grade is comparable to U.S. grade of a B or 3.0 GPA):
    70/100%

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Nursing

    Careers and Outcomes

    Iowa's BSN program provides broad preparation in clinical, scientific, community health, and patient education skills, and promises outstanding career options. With a BSN degree, you'll be eligible to work as a staff nurse; flight nurse; a nurse on oncology, medical, surgical, pediatric, emergency, or intensive care units; a nurse in outpatient or neighborhood clinics; or as a home health care nurse.

    Iowa's Nursing graduates have a 99 percent job placement rate within six months of graduation. Our Pomerantz Career Center offers multiple resources to help students find internships and jobs. 

    The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment for registered nurses will grow faster than most other occupations. The mean annual salary for registered nurses was $77,460 in 2019. Nurses with advanced degrees command higher salaries.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa

    Application Fee 80

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa

    1. Submit your application.

      You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).

    2. Pay the application fee.

      The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.

    3. Upload your academic records.

      Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.

      Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams.

    4. Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.

      See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.

    5. Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.

      Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.

      ACT or SAT is required if:​
      • You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
      • You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)
         
    Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America

    United States of America, Iowa City

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