Program Overview

The entry-into-nursing is a rigorous and nationally respected program that transforms students who are new to the field into top-tier nurses — professionals who can make an immediate and lasting impact in any health care setting.

Students complete their first two years of undergraduate education and required prerequisites before beginning the upper-division nursing program ºÚÁÏÉçÇø, which can be completed in as little as two years. Through their coursework, students build nursing competencies in state-of-the-art facilities, develop relationships with bright, driven students, and take part in engaging clinical experiences that challenge them to succeed in real-life situations and develop clinical decision-making skills. Simulation is integrated into all clinical courses.

Upon completing the BSN, graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam, qualifying them for positions in a variety of health care settings. Graduates are prepared to succeed in a wide range of health care environments and have the qualifications needed to pursue graduate studies.

Newly admitted D.C. residents who enroll in UMSON programs ºÚÁÏÉçÇø are eligible for Maryland in-state tuition — a major cost savings on a top-tier nursing education.

The BSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Enrollment

Enrollment Option(s): Full-Time

Admission Requirements

  • Complete required prerequisite coursework 
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA 
  • Minimum 3.0 science GPA 
  • TEAS score of Proficient or higher
  • Review the
“I chose nursing because I can practice, I can travel, I can educate, and I can get into policy. There are so many avenues to have an impact as a nurse, and we have a unique opportunity to change people’s perspectives and challenge their biases.�
Julie Factor
How to Apply

Learn about admission requirements, deadlines, and how to apply to the University of Maryland School of Nursing at ºÚÁÏÉçÇø.