BSN The nurse prepared at the baccalaureate level is a professional who has acquired a well-delineated and broad knowledge base for practice. The role of a baccalaureate graduate is multifaceted and developed through extensive study in the areas of liberal education, professional values, core competencies, core knowledge and role development. This knowledge base prepares the beginning baccalaureate graduate to function as a provider of direct and indirect care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations. The baccalaureate graduate is also a member of the profession and a designer, manager and coordinator of care. Additionally, the baccalaureate prepared nurse has a background in teaching, research and management skills which lays the foundation for leadership positions and graduate education. BSN End of Program Student Learning Outcomes BSN graduates will:  I. Create a Culture of Safety in all aspects of professional practice.     II. Integrate the nursing process and concepts from sciences, liberal arts, research, and evidence-based practice into patient-centered care.     III. Formulate verbal, nonverbal, and written communication with emerging technologies while teaching and collaborating with the patient, their support system, and the healthcare team.     IV. Integrate principles of leadership and management into professional nursing  practice  to deliver patient-centered healthcare.    V. Exemplify professional standards and ethics at all times.     BSN Admission Information Admission Criteria  Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.0 to be considered for admission. Application deadlines are June 7 for fall admissions and October 1 for spring admissions. The following courses must be completed with a "C" or higher in the term proceeding program start (for spring admissions) or by the application deadline (for fall admissions): ENGL 10103 Composition I ENGL 10203 Composition II MATH 11003 College Algebra PSYC 11003 Intro to Psychology OR SOCI 10102 Intro to Sociology  BIOL 24003/24001 Human Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab At least one of the following courses/labs. BIOL 24103/22101 Human Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab BIOL 20003/20001 Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health & Lab CHEM 12103/12101 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry & Lab At least one of the following courses. HIST 21103 U.S. History to 1876 HIST 21203 U.S. History since 1876 POSC 20003 U.S. Government All course attempts will be considered in the calculation of prerequisite GPA. English Proficiency requirements (see website for details) Consideration will be given for Spanish proficiency. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS The College of Nursing and Health Professions School of Nursing requires a high level of proficiency in English so that all students will be able to fully meet academic and clinical objectives as well as meet criteria for professional licensure. Applicants whose primary language is not English or did not attend K-12 in the United States must demonstrate English language proficiency. Please refer to the School of Nursing English Proficiency Requirements . Admission Process Limited Positions Available- See previous admission cycle data on our Traditional BSN FAQ page . Acceptance to the University does not guarantee admission to any nursing program. To apply for the Traditional BSN program, candidates must follow the steps below: Apply for admission to Arkansas State University. Submit the online BSN application form by the appropriate deadline - Spring - available August 31, deadline October 1; Fall - available April 30, deadline June 7. Applicants must submit all transfer coursework to the registrar's office by May 25th.  DO NOT  submit official transcripts to the School of Nursing. How to Apply  - Effective Spring 2023, the traditional BSN will have two admission cycles - Spring and Fall. Additional Admission Information Documentation Upon being admitted into the BSN program, students will be required to supply additional documentation including current CPR certification, Hepatitis B immunizations, TB skin test or chest x-ray, Tetanus and MMR. (These are NOT required for initial application) Based on recent legislation in Arkansas, students admitted to professional programs that lead to licensure upon graduation are required to have a successful background check to complete formal admission.  All documentation required by the School of Nursing must be kept current at all times during the course of your program. Deadlines All applications and transcripts must be received by the applicable application deadline to be considered for admission. Limited Positions Available Please note that class size is limited and that all applicants may not be accepted into the program. Applicants will be ranked for admission based on a calculated admission score, which factors in the applicant's cumulative and prerequisite GPAs. Early Admission Process Students may be considered for early admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program option if they meet the following criteria: Cumulative and prerequisite GPA of 3.75 or higher All prerequisites complete  Students may indicate that would like to request early admission when they complete their application. Applying for RN Licensure Upon completion of the BSN program, the student is eligible to apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse. A first time applicant for any licensure by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing will have a state and national criminal background check. Any offense identified in section §17-87-312 of the Nurse Practice Act may prohibit a graduate from obtaining a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arkansas. Although an appeal may be possible, there are offenses that permanently disqualify an applicant from a license. A complete list of criminal acts that prevent licensure as a registered nurse can be found at the Arkansas State Board of Nursing website ( www.arsbn.org ) and on the nursing website. If students have any reason to believe that they may be ineligible to write the NCLEX-RN, they should discuss this matter with someone knowledgeable about nursing laws and/or contact the Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN). Readmission Criteria For those seeking readmission to the BSN program, a 3.0 cumulative GPA is required as well as any other requirements detailed on your individual readmission letter. Traditional BSN Plan of Study Arkansas State University    College of Nursing and Health Professions   Bachelor of Science in Nursing    2026-2027 Plan of Study   Students requiring developmental course work based on low entrance exam scores (ACT, SAT, ASSET, COMPASS) may not be able to complete this program of study in eight (8) semesters .  Students having completed college level courses prior to enrollment will be assisted by their advisor in making appropriate substitutions . A minimum of 122 credit hours, of which 45 hours must be upper division credit (3000-4000 level), is required for this degree (developmental courses are excluded) . Mandatory state and institutional assessment exams will be required during your degree program .  Failure to participate in required assessments may delay graduation .    Year 1 Semester 1   Semester 2 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed ENG L 10103   Composition I 3 X   ENG L 10203 Composition II 3 X MATH  1 1003 College Algebra 3 X   BIO L 24103 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 3   BIO L 24003   Human Anatomy & Physiology I 3 X   BIO L 24101   Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1   BIO L 24001 Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1 X   HIST 21103  or   HIST 21203  or   PLSC 20003   US History to 1876 or     US History since 1876 or     US Government   3 X N URS  11133   Making Connections Nursing (FYE) 3 X   ARHS 10003  or   MUSC 10003 or   THTR 10003  Fine Arts   Fine Arts Visual or   Fine Arts   Music or     Fine Arts Theatre   3 X PSY C 11003   Intro to Psychology 3 X   SOC I 1 0 103 Introduction to Sociology   3 X TOTAL HOURS   16     TOTAL HOURS   16                     Year 2 Semester 3   Semester 4 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed CHEM   1 2103   Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry I 3 X   BIO L 20003 Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions 3 X CHEM   1 2101   Fundamentals Concepts of Chemistry I Lab 1 X   BIO L 20001   Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions Lab 1 X N URS 22543 Concepts of Nursing 3     N URS 22002   Medical Surgical Nursing I 2   N URS 22442   Foundations of Nursing 2     N URS 22003 Nursing Practicum I 3   N URS 22431   Foundations of Nursing Practicum 1     N URS 33463   Patho-Based Pharmacology I 3   N URS 22932 Health Assessment  2     N URS 22032   Professional Role Development 2   N URS 22391   Health Assessment Practicum  1             N URS 22342   Nursing Calculations and Terminology 2             TOTAL HOURS   15     TOTAL HOURS   14                     YEAR 3 Semester 5   Semester 6 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs  Gen Ed   Statistics-any three hour course  3     N URS 33302 Intro to Nursing Research   2   N URS 33143 Medical Surgical Nursing II   3     N URS 33205   Medical Surgical Nursing III 5   N URS 37432   Essentials of Mental Health Nursing   2     N URS 33305   Nursing Practicum III 5   N URS 33145 Nursing Practicum II 5     ENGL 21103  or  ENGL 21203  or   PHIL 11003  Humanities   World Literature to 1660 or World Literature since 1660 or Intro to Philosophy 3 X N URS 33473   Patho-Based Pharmacology II 3             TOTAL HOURS     16   TOTAL HOURS   15                     Year 4 Semester 7   Semester 8 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed NURS 44343   Professional Nursing: Community 3     N URS 44005   Medical Surgical Nursing IV   5   N URS 44542 Health Care Administration 2     N URS 44002   Essentials of Obstetric Nursing 2   N URS 44102 Essentials of Pediatric Nursing 2     N URS 44006   Nursing Practicum IV 2   NURS 44106 Nursing Practicum V   6     N URS 44481   Critical Decision Making and Testing Competencies in Nursing   1   HIST 21103  or HIST 21203  or   PLSC 20003   History/ Government US History to 1876  or     US History since 1876 or     US Government (select course not previously taken, but must have a History AND Government, NOT 2 History courses)   3 X           TOTAL HOURS   16     TOTAL HOURS   14   Total JR/SR Hours: 55 Total Degree Hours: 122 *Please see the current  Undergraduate Bulletin  for Graduation Requirements.         BSN Program Statistics Pass Rates Table – ASBN FY Aggregated for the Entire BSN Program Year   ​ ​ 2023 ​   ​ ​ 2024 ​   ​ ​ 20 25 ​   2026   Three-Year Average   First Time Pass Rate   ​ ​ 95.5 % ( 107/112 ) ​   ​ ​ 100 %   ​ ( 86/86 ) ​   ​ ​ 93.4%   ( 129/138 ) ​   82.8%   (106/128)   ​ ​ 9 1.2 %    ​ ( 321 / 352 ) ​     Pass Rates Table – Disaggregated for the BSN Program Options by Graduation Cohort Year   2023   2024   2025   Three-Year Average   First Time Pass Rate   Traditional   ABSN   Traditional   ABSN   Traditional   ABSN   Traditional   ABSN   98.5% (67/68)   100% (26/26)   May   100% (62/62)   95.25% (20/21)   May   93.15% (68/73)   May   100% (23/23)   92.55%   (236/255)   94.44% (85/90)   December   75.95% (22/29)   December   73.91% (17/23)   December   80% (16/20)   Combined   92.31% (84/91)   Combined   88.54% (85/96)   Combined   90.7% (39/43)   Ultimate Pass Rate   100% (68/68)   100% (26/26)   May   100% (62/62)   100% (21/21)   May   98.63% (72/73)   May   100% (23/23)   99.22% (253/255)   95.56% (85/90)   December   100% (29/29)   December   95.65% (22/23)   December   80% (16/20)   Combined   100% (91/91)   Combined   97.92% (94/96)   Combined   90.7% (39/43)   On Time Program Completion for Pre-Licensure BSN     Admit Year: 2021     Admit Year:      2022     Admit Year:  2023     Admit Year:  2024     Admit Year: 2025     BSN*     50.9%   (55/108)   73.21%   ( 82/112 )   (70.59%)   ( 84/119 )     Pending    Pending    ABSN     No Fall 2021 Admission    24/30     ( 80% )     21/23     ( 91.3% )     42/ 71     ( 59.15% )     20/44  ( 45.54% )     2 nd  cohort pending*    Aggregated      55/ 108     ( 51.85% )   106/142   ( 74.65% )     105/142   ( 71.83% )   42/71   ( 59.15% )     20/44   ( 45.54% )   2 nd  cohort pending *   *BSN data provided includes aggregated data from Fall and Spring Admission Cohorts Job Placement Rate –  P re-licensure   BSN  Program  Options   Year     2023   2024   2025   2026   Response rate   BSN   100%    (68/68)    100%    (91/91)    98.9%    (94/95)   100%   (69/69)   ABSN   100%    (26/26)   100%    (21/21)   97.73%    (43/44)   66.67%    (14/21)   Aggregate   100%    (94/94)   100% (112/112)   98.56% (137/139)   92.2%    (83/90)   Job Placement Rate   BSN   94.12%    (64/68)   86.96% (80/92)    86.44% (81/94)    81.16%   (56/69)   ABSN   96.15%    (25/26)   100%    (21/21)   83.72%   (36/43)   85.71%    (12/14)   Aggregate   94.68 %     (89/94)   89.38% (101/113)   85.4% (117/137)   81.93%    (68/83)   Program Completion – Aggregated for the  RN-BSN  Program   RN-BSN Admit Year      Aggregated Admits      Aggregated On-Time Completion*      Disaggregated Admits   Disaggregated On-Time Completion   2022      77     36/77    (46.7%)     Fall:   POT 1- 58   POT 2- 19   Fall:   POT 1- 28/58 (48%)   POT 2- 8/19 (42%)   2023      217     127/217    (58.5%)     Spring:   POT 1- 28   POT 2- 48   Summer:   POT 1- 32   POT 2- 19   Fall:   POT 1- 50   POT 2- 40   Spring:   POT 1- 18/28 (64%)   POT 2- 26/48 (57%)   Summer:   POT 1- 21/32 (65%)   POT 2- 9/19 (47%)   Fall:   POT 1- 31/50 (62%)   POT 2- 22/40 (55%)   2024      249     146/249    (58.63%)     Spring:   POT 1- 44   POT 2- 51   Summer:   POT 1- 25   POT 2-27   Fall:   POT 1- 46   POT 2- 56   Spring:   POT 1- 27/44 (61%)   POT 2- 29/51 (57%)   Summer:   POT 1- 13/25 (52%)   POT 2- 17/27 (63%)   Fall:   POT 1- 29/46 (63%)   POT 2-28/56 (50%)   2025      100     49/100    (49%)     Spring:   POT 1- 53   POT 2- 47   Summer:   POT 1- 26   POT 2-42   Fall:   POT 1- 66   POT 2- 67   Spring:   POT 1- 31/53 (58%)   POT 2- 18/47 (38%)   Summer:   POT 1- TBD   POT 2-TBD   Fall:   POT 1- TBD   POT 2- TBD     Job Placement Rate (Career Advancement and Continuing Education) – RN-BSN   Year   2023   2024   2025   Response rate   93 %    ( 42/45 )    *Fall 2023 only   64.56 %    (102/158)   52.49 %    ( 95/181 )       Job Placement Rate   83.33 %    ( 35/42 )   *Fall 2023 only   71.57 %    (73/102)   86.32 %    ( 82/95 )       Traditional BSN Frequently Asked Questions --- ### ❓ Question 1: [ When do I apply to the program? ] **Answer:** The application deadline for Fall admissions is June 7th. You should consider applying if you have completed all prerequisites by the end of the spring semester of that year. The application deadline for Spring admissions is October 1st. You should consider applying if all of your prerequisites will be complete by the end of the fall semester. --- ### ❓ Question 2: [ How does the admissions process work? ] **Answer:** All applications will be submitted through Slate. Once the application deadline has passed, all applications are gathered and analyzed individually by a faculty committee. Applicants are given an admission score that includes consideration for overall GPA, prerequisite GPA, and prove proficiency in a second language (if applicable). **If part of your application is determined to be missing, you may receive an email to follow up on the missing part. Please be vigilant in checking your email during this time and respond appropriately to that email.  --- ### ❓ Question 3: [ How will I know my application is received? ] **Answer:** You will get a verification after you submit your online application. Please keep a copy of this for your records. --- ### ❓ Question 4: [ When will I find out if I’ve been accepted?] **Answer:** Once the faculty committee has analyzed all qualified applicants and student ranks have been determined, a decision letter will be posted to the students Slate account. This usually takes approximately 2 weeks after the application deadline. Students will also receive notification if they have been placed on the waitlist or if they did not qualify for admission via their Slate account. --- ### ❓ Question 5: [ How many students are accepted into the program? ] **Answer:** Approximately 60-80 students are accepted each fall, and 60-80 students are accepted each spring. Acceptance to the program is dependent on clinical site availability. --- ### ❓ Question 6: [ What is the minimum GPA requirement to be accepted into the program ] **Answer:**  3.0 cumulative and 3.0 pre-requisite **Due to the competitive nature of the application process, meeting minimum program admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program. Cohort size is limited to clinical site availability. --- ### ❓ Question 7: [ How many applicants apply and what is the average GPA of those accepted into the program? ] **Answer:**  Application Cycle   Total # of Applications   # of Qualified Applicants   # Admitted   Average Cumulative GPA   Average Prerequisite GPA   Spring 2027 188 144 70 3.80 3.80 Fall 2026 211 163 70 3.87 3.89 Spring 2026 151 80 50 3.76 3.75 Fall 2025 154 95 89 3.63 3.60 Spring 2025   94   58   58   3.57   3.57   Fall 2024   212   95   79   3.62   3.65   Spring 2024   139   78   60   3.58   3.55   Fall 2023   140   96   83   3.63   3.7   Spring 2023   53   36   36   3.46   3.5   --- ### ❓ Question 8: [ Do I need to get my flu shot prior to starting the program?] **Answer:** You will be required to get a flu shot each year that you are in the program. You do NOT have to get it before starting the program, however.  Usually the flu shot for a given flu season becomes available in late September-early October. --- ### ❓ Question 9: [ When do classes start?  ] **Answer:** Classes begin the same day that classes start for the University during the fall and spring semesters of each year. Incoming 1st semester students are typically required to attend an orientation on a day prior to the first day of classes. --- ### ❓ Question 10: [ Once accepted, will I be able to work outside of school? ] **Answer:** It is recommended that a student’s combined employment AND classroom/clinical load not exceed 40 hours per week. Hours over 40 hours per week are likely to be detrimental to the individual's performance, both as a student and an employee.  Professional behavior regarding patient safety is important; thus it is recommended the student refrain from working the shift immediately prior to class or clinical. --- ### ❓ Question 11: [ Who is my academic advisor? ] **Answer:** Prior to admission all students who have declared nursing as their major will be assigned to the nursing advisor. The nursing advisor's name and contact information can be found on the School of Nursing website. You will remain with this advisor throughout the program. BSN: Hannah Williamson ( hwilliamson@astate.edu ) AASN: Samantha Dunavion ( sdunavion@astate.edu ) --- ### ❓ Question 12: [ Whom do I contact for help with my schedule? ] **Answer:** Students should contact their advisor for questions pertaining to their course schedule. Prior to admission all students who have declared nursing as their major will be assigned to the pre-nursing advisor. The pre-nursing advisor's name and contact information can be found on the School of Nursing website. --- ### ❓ Question 13: [ What are the pre-requisites for this program? ] **Answer:** Students must a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.0 completed by the application deadline. The following courses must be completed with a “C” or higher prior to application deadline: ENG 1003 Composition I ENG 1013 Composition II MATH 1023 College Algebra PSY 2013 Intro to Psychology OR SOC 2213 Intro to Sociology BIO 2203/2201 Human Anatomy & Physiology I & Lab At least one of the following courses/labs. BIO 2223/2221 Human Anatomy & Physiology II & Lab BIO 2103/2101 Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health & Lab CHEM 1043/1041 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry & Lab At least one of the following courses. HIST 2763 U.S. History to 1876 HIST 2773 U.S. History since 1876 POSC 2103 U.S. Government --- ### ❓ Question 14: [ How do I know if a class I have previously taken can be transferred? ] **Answer:** You can submit a transcript to the Office of the Registrar for review. See course equivalency search  here . --- ### ❓ Question 15: [ Where can I locate a degree plan? ] **Answer:** Arkansas State University    College of Nursing and Health Professions   Bachelor of Science in Nursing    2025-2026 Plan of Study   Students requiring developmental course work based on low entrance exam scores (ACT, SAT, ASSET, COMPASS) may not be able to complete this program of study in eight (8) semesters .  Students having completed college level courses prior to enrollment will be assisted by their advisor in making appropriate substitutions . A minimum of 122 credit hours, of which 45 hours must be upper division credit (3000-4000 level), is required for this degree (developmental courses are excluded) . Mandatory state and institutional assessment exams will be required during your degree program .  Failure to participate in required assessments may delay graduation .    Year 1 Semester 1   Semester 2 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed ENG 1003 Composition I 3 X   ENG 1013 Composition II 3 X MATH 1023 College Algebra 3 X   BIO 2223 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 3   BIO 2203 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 3 X   BIO 2221 Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1   BIO 2201 Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1 X   HIST 2763 or  HIST 2773 or  POSC 2103  US History to 1876 or     US History since 1876 or     US Government   3 X NRS 1123 Making Connections Nursing (FYE) 3 X   Art  2503 or Mus 2503 or Thea 2503   Fine Arts   Fine Arts Visual or   Fine Arts   Musical or     Fine Arts Theatre   3 X PSY Intro to Psychology 3 X   SOC 2213   Introduction to Sociology   3 X TOTAL HOURS   16     TOTAL HOURS   16                     Year 2 Semester 3   Semester 4 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed Chem 1043 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry I 3 X   BIO 2103 Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions 3 X Chem 1041 Fundamentals Concepts of Chemistry I Lab 1 X   BIO 2101 Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions Lab 1 X NRS 2313 Concepts of Nursing 3     NRS 2002 Medical Surgical Nursing I 2   NRS 2322 Foundations of Nursing 2     NRSP 2003 Nursing Practicum I 3   NRS 2321 Foundations of Nursing Practicum 1     NRS 3463 Patho-Based Pharmacology 3   NRS 2392 Health Assessment  2     NRS 2012 Professional Role Development 2   NRSP 2391 Health Assessment Practicum  1             NRS 2342 Nursing Calculations and Terminology 2             TOTAL HOURS   15     TOTAL HOURS   14                     YEAR 3 Semester 5   Semester 6 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs  Gen Ed   Statistics-any three hour course  3     NRS 3312 Intro to Nursing Research   2   NRS 3013 Medical Surgical Nursing II   3     NRS 3205 Medical Surgical Nursing III 5   NRS 3422 Essentials of Mental Health Nursing   2     NRSP 3205 Nursing Practicum III 5   NRSP 3105 Nursing Practicum II 5     ENG 2003 or ENG 2013 or PHIL 1103   Humanities  World Literature to 1660 or World Literature since 1660 or Intro to Philosophy 3 X NRS 3473 Patho-Based Pharmacology II 3             TOTAL HOURS     16   TOTAL HOURS   15                     Year 4 Semester 7   Semester 8 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed NRS 4005 Medical Surgical Nursing IV   5     NRS 4343 Professional Nursing: Community 3   NRS 4012 Essentials of Obstetric Nursing 2     NRS 4542 Health Care Administration  2   NRSP 4006 Nursing Practicum IV 6     NRS 4022 Essentials of Pediatric Nursing 2   ENG 2003 or  ENG 2013 or PHIL 1103 or ART 2503 or  MUS 2503 or THEA 2503  Fine Arts or Humanities  World Literature to 1660 or World Literature since1660 or  Intro to Philosophy or  Fine Arts Visual or  Fine Arts Musical or Fine Arts Theatre  (select course not previously taken)  3 X   NRS 4481 Critical Decision Making and Testing Competencies in Nursing   1             NRSP 4016 Nursing Practicum V 6   TOTAL HOURS   16     TOTAL HOURS   14   Total JR/SR hours   55     TOTAL DEGREE HOURS   122                     Graduation Requirements: (Revised 4.9.2018)   Completion of HIST 2763 or HIST 2773 or POSC    English Proficiency (Grade of C or better in ENG 1003 and ENG 1013)   2.00 GPA in Major   2.00 GPA at ASU   2.00 GPA Overall   Maximum of 31 credit hours via correspondence, extension, examination, PLA, Military or similar means; CLEP (30 hrs max)    45 JR/SR Hours after completing 30 hours   122 Total Credit Hours   18 of last 24 hours must be ASU-Jonesboro courses   Minimum of 57 hours from 4-year institutions   32 Resident Hours if completing second degree and first degree was not from ASU-J         --- ### ❓ Question 16: [ What can I expect once I have been accepted?  ] **Answer:** You will receive a letter on your Slate account notifying you of your acceptance. The letter will contain specific details regarding actions required on your part including, but not limited to, completing an intent to register and attending orientation.  More information will be provided in the Traditional BSN Orientation. --- ### ❓ Question 17: [ What grade average must I maintain once accepted into the program?  ] **Answer:** All nursing courses and support courses (pre-requisites, all sciences/labs and statistics courses) must be completed with a "C" or better.  --- ### ❓ Question 18: [ Is financial aid/scholarships offered for this program? ] **Answer:** Any loan obtained for use at Arkansas State University-Jonesboro Campus may be used to pay for tuition for nursing courses, as they would be for any course on campus.  All institutional scholarships are applicable to courses taken on the Jonesboro campus in the nursing program.  There are several private scholarships for which students may apply as well. No financial aid is awarded by the program, but financial aid may be reached at http://www.astate.edu/a/finaid/ --- ### ❓ Question 19: [ If I have completed my prerequisites, what courses would be beneficial to take prior to application and admission?] **Answer:** There are many minor programs that students pursuing a degree in nursing may find beneficial. A few of those include: Homeland Security and Disaster Preparedness Spanish Children’s Advocacy Studies Psychology Nutritional Science For additional minors to consider, please consult with your advisor.  --- ### ❓ Question 20: [ Should I declare a minor if I am a nursing major? ] **Answer:** Declaration of a minor is an individual decision. Many students are required to take 15 credit hours per semester for their scholarship.  Students who enter the program having already completed all general education requirements may find that they have additional "time" in their schedule that has to be utilized for scholarship purposes. These students may choose to take their additional courses all in one topic area/program.  In these instances, it may be possible for the student to obtain enough credits to be awarded a minor.  Students who believe this may apply to them and wish to do so should discuss this option further with their advisor. --- ## Contact / Support - For unanswered questions, contact [Support Team or Help Desk link]. Traditional BSN Plan of Study Arkansas State University    College of Nursing and Health Professions   Bachelor of Science in Nursing    2026-2027 Plan of Study   Students requiring developmental course work based on low entrance exam scores (ACT, SAT, ASSET, COMPASS) may not be able to complete this program of study in eight (8) semesters .  Students having completed college level courses prior to enrollment will be assisted by their advisor in making appropriate substitutions . A minimum of 122 credit hours, of which 45 hours must be upper division credit (3000-4000 level), is required for this degree (developmental courses are excluded) . Mandatory state and institutional assessment exams will be required during your degree program .  Failure to participate in required assessments may delay graduation .    Year 1 Semester 1   Semester 2 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed ENG L 10103   Composition I 3 X   ENG L 10203 Composition II 3 X MATH  1 1003 College Algebra 3 X   BIO L 24103 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 3   BIO L 24003   Human Anatomy & Physiology I 3 X   BIO L 24101   Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1   BIO L 24001 Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1 X   HIST  21103 or   HIST  21203 or   PLSC  20003   History/ Government US History to 1876  or     US History since 1876 or     US Government   3 X N URS  11133   Making Connections Nursing (FYE) 3 X   ARHS 10003  or   MUSC  10003 or   THTR 10003  Fine Arts   Fine Arts Visual or   Fine Arts   Music or     Fine Arts Theatre   3 X PSY C 11003   Intro to Psychology 3 X   SOC I 1 0 103 Introduction to Sociology   3 X TOTAL HOURS   16     TOTAL HOURS   16                     Year 2 Semester 3   Semester 4 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed CHEM   1 2103   Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry I 3 X   BIO L 20003 Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions 3 X CHEM   1 2101   Fundamentals Concepts of Chemistry I Lab 1 X   BIO L 20001   Microbiology for Nursing and Health Professions Lab 1 X N URS 22543 Concepts of Nursing 3     N URS 22002   Medical Surgical Nursing I 2   N URS 22442   Foundations of Nursing 2     N URS 22003 Nursing Practicum I 3   N URS 22431   Foundations of Nursing Practicum 1     N URS 33463   Patho-Based Pharmacology I 3   N URS 22932 Health Assessment  2     N URS 22032   Professional Role Development 2   N URS 22391   Health Assessment Practicum  1             N URS 22342   Nursing Calculations and Terminology 2             TOTAL HOURS   15     TOTAL HOURS   14                     YEAR 3 Semester 5   Semester 6 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs  Gen Ed   Statistics-any three hour course  3     N URS 33302 Intro to Nursing Research   2   N URS 33143 Medical Surgical Nursing II   3     N URS 33205   Medical Surgical Nursing III 5   N URS 37432   Essentials of Mental Health Nursing   2     N URS 33305   Nursing Practicum III 5   N URS 33145 Nursing Practicum II 5     ENGL 21103  or   ENGL 21203  or   PHIL  11003  Humanities   World Literature to 1660 or World Literature since 1660 or Intro to Philosophy 3 X N URS 33473   Patho-Based Pharmacology II 3             TOTAL HOURS   16      TOTAL HOURS   15                     Year 4 Semester 7   Semester 8 Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed   Course Number Course Name Hrs Gen Ed NURS 44343   Professional Nursing: Community 3     N URS 44005   Medical Surgical Nursing IV   5   N URS 44542 Health Care Administration 2     N URS 44002   Essentials of Obstetric Nursing 2   N URS 44102 Essentials of Pediatric Nursing 2     N URS 44006   Nursing Practicum IV 6   NURS 44106 Nursing Practicum V   6     N URS 44481   Critical Decision Making and Testing Competencies in Nursing   1   HIST  21103  or   HIST  21203  or   PLSC  20003   History/ Government US History to 1876  or     US History since 1876 or     US Government ( select   course not previously taken , but must have a History  AND  Government ,  NOT  2 History courses )   3 X           TOTAL HOURS   16     TOTAL HOURS   14   Total JR/SR Hours: 55 Total Degree Hours: 122 *Please see the current  Undergraduate Bulletin  for Graduation Requirements.