Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Carroll University
Key Information
Campus location
Waukesha, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 36,400 / per year
Application deadline
Request info
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
Introduction
Program differentiators (BSN):
- National licensure examination (NCLEX-RN) pass rate for 2021: 96%; four-year average: 99%
- Ranked #1 Nursing Program in Wisconsin by Nursing Process and Nursing Schools Almanac
- Direct admission opportunity as a first-year student
- Nursing courses and laboratory simulations begin YR1, with clinical beginning YR2
- Guaranteed seats in nursing courses, provided satisfactory academic progression
- Five semesters of clinical experience in diverse settings, including virtual simulation; student - faculty ratio 8:1
- Electronic health records incorporated into nursing curriculum
- NCLEX preparation course YR4 to identify strengths/improvement in professional nursing skills
- Senior capstone: students complete 160 hours one-on-one with a preceptor in a specialized area
- Two simulation labs: Donald and Martha DeWees Nursing Simulation and Collaboration Hub and Henke Nursing Center with evening/weekend access
- Cross-Cultural Experiences (CCE) available with a health focus; study abroad opportunities
- Nursing Living Learning Community for first-year students; membership in Student Nurse Association (SNA), and Tau Mu Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International, a prestigious nursing honor society
- White Coat Ceremony and Pinning Ceremony celebrations
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; free online course available in junior year
- Certified Nursing Assistant licensure can be obtained after NRS234 completion YR2
- Faculty advisors contribute to student retention and success in nursing education
Recent clinical placements
Long-term care/Rehabilitation facilities, acute care hospitals, school nurse offices, hospice providers, home health care, urgent care facilities, jail hospitals, senior capstone in area of interest (e.g., NICU, ICU, transplants, ER, medical surgical, pediatrics). System partners: Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, ProHealth Care, Ascension, Advocate Aurora, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare.
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Career Opportunities
Staff Nursing, Community and Public Health, Independent practices, Government service, Education, research, travel and flight nursing and international health. Many students pursue advanced degrees in Nurse Practitioner, Master of Science in Nursing and often hold leadership roles on their units as charge nurses and are involved in committee work.
Recent alumni placements:
Job placement within the following specialty areas:
- Pediatric Nursing
- Adult & Pediatric Intensive Care
- Mental Health
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Oncology & Bone Marrow
- Labor & Delivery
- Trauma Nursing
- Emergency Dept
- Cardiac Care
- Community Health
Local employers:
Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Hospital, ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Aurora St. Luke’s Hospital, Northern Illinois Medical Center, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital, Advocate Aurora Health, VA Medical Center
100% of students are fully employed, enrolled in graduate school, or enlisted in a branch of the military after graduation.
Student Testimonials
English Language Requirements
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