Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Earn your bachelor’s degree in nursing

As a nurse, you're eager to help others and are ready to take what you've learned to the next level. At Concordia, the next level is waiting for you. In our Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing program, advance your calling as you build on Christian foundations and learn skills necessary for ongoing personal and professional growth.

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Financial Aid

The average undergraduate student award is $16,603.

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Program Overview

A Concordia University Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree provides you with the critical skills necessary to improve the health and lives of our communities. Our innovative, hands-on approach is woven into a vibrant, Christian academic setting. Our proven curriculum is faith-based, forward thinking, and taught in state-of-the-art facilities.

As a BSN candidate you will receive a solid nursing sciences foundation paired with a liberal arts core curriculum. CUAA also uses extensive simulations in all aspects of nurse training beginning your first semester. This real-life immersive environment provides the stability for you to feel comfortable and confident during clinical rotations.

Additionally, we strive to facilitate nursing knowledge and skills mastery through deliberate, focused practice. Two of our classrooms feature small group “pod desks” that enable students to link their laptops into a pod station. Once linked, students are able to see each other’s screens allowing for easy cooperation and collaboration.

*Program Licensure/Certification Options and/or Preparation: NCLEX-RN examination is required for RN licensure. This examination will be taken after graduation from the program.

Learn more about our School of Nursing here.

Locations

Ann Arbor

Program Requirements

Whether you are a current CUAA student or considering a transfer, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from CUAA will set you on the path for lifelong fulfillment and enjoyment in profession that truly gives back. Find out how you can become part of the CUAA School of Nursing.

Be part of something bigger. Undergraduate admittance requirements are designed to attract and retain only the finest future health care professionals. Apply today!

Pre-Nursing Students

Pre-nursing students currently enrolled at CUAA, who meet all of the following minimum admission requirements, are eligible to progress and be admitted to the program.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75
Minimum overall GPA of >2.75 with >C in the following courses:
- BIO191 Functional Anatomy & Physiology I
- BIO192 Functional Anatomy & Physiology II
- CHEM105 Elements of General and Biological Chemistry
- BIO149 Microbiology
Minimum grade of C in MATH128 College Algebra or higher level course (a waiver can be granted with a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus Exam, or CLEP credits for College Algebra).
For ESL students, a language test score: TOEFL > 75 or IELTS > 6.5

The number of students accepted into the traditional undergraduate nursing program depends on available clinical space and the student’s ranking based on the criteria above. Currently enrolled students at CUAA who meet the admission requirements will be admitted before students not currently enrolled at CUAA.

Please note, this decision is contingent on maintaining eligibility upon completion of the spring semester. In addition, please provide proof of the following information by August 15 for fall semester admission and January 15 for spring semester admission:

CPR Certification — BLS for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association. (Other CPR certifications will not be accepted).
CNA Certification — Successful completion of the course and passage of the state licensing exam.

Transfer Students

A transfer student wishing to transfer into Nursing at CUAA, taking at least one of the pre-requisite science courses at CUAA, must meet all of the following minimum admission requirements, to be eligible to be admitted into the program.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75
Minimum C in the following courses taken at CUAA (Minimum B for the course to transfer from another institution) starting on 8/1/19:
- BIO191 Functional Anatomy & Physiology I
- BIO192 Functional Anatomy & Physiology II
- CHEM105 Elements of General and Biological Chemistry
- BIO149 Microbiology
Minimum grade of C in MATH128 College Algebra (or waiver with a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus Exam, or CLEP credits for College Algebra).
For ESL students, a language test score: TOEFL > 75 or IELTS > 6.5

The number of transfer students accepted into the traditional undergraduate nursing program depends on available clinical space and the student’s ranking based on the criteria above.
Proof of the following information must be provided to CUAA by August 15 for fall semester admission and January 15 for spring semester admission:

CPR Certification — BLS for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association. (Other CPR certifications will not be accepted).
CNA Certification — Successful completion of the course and passage of the state licensing exam.

Direct Entry Transfer Students

Students wishing to transfer directly into Nursing at CUAA, must meet all of the following minimum admission requirements, to be eligible to be admitted into the program.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0
Minimum B for the following courses:
- BIO191 Functional Anatomy & Physiology I
- BIO192 Functional Anatomy & Physiology II
- CHEM105 Elements of General and Biological Chemistry
- BIO149 Microbiology
Minimum grade of C in MATH128 College Algebra (or waiver with a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus Exam, or CLEP credits for College Algebra).
For ESL students, a language test score: TOEFL > 75 or IELTS > 6.5

CPR Certification — BLS for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association. (Other CPR certifications will not be accepted).
CNA Certification — Successful completion of the course and passage of the state licensing exam.

How to Apply

Undergraduate Application Steps

It’s time to help you become a Cardinal! Just follow these simple steps to complete your application.

For first-time freshman:

Submit your online application
Have your school send your official high school transcripts. Transcripts may be mailed or sent via a transcript processing service to:
Concordia University Ann Arbor
Admissions Office
4090 Geddes Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Send your official ACT or SAT scores.

Scores on your high school transcript will be considered official. If your school does not put scores on transcripts, please contact ACT or College Board.

For transfer students:

Submit your online application
Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended

*Transfer students with less than 60 college credits completed will also submit official high school transcripts. Students who have less than 30 college credits also need to submit official ACT or SAT scores. Scores on your high school transcript will be considered official.

Minimum Requirements

A minimum GPA of a 2.5/4.0 (C average) or higher
ACT composite of 18 or above
SAT equivalent of 940 or higher for combined math and evidence-based reading and writing (for tests taken after March 2016).

*If your GPA or ACT score falls below the minimum for acceptance, your admissions counselor may ask you to retake the test or supply additional documents, such as an essay or letters of recommendation, to complete the application.

Required Academic Coursework in High School

A minimum of 16 units of high school (secondary school) work is required, of which at least 11 should be in basic liberal arts areas. Units should be distributed as follows:

English: At least three units, but four are strongly recommended.
Mathematics: Two units of college-prep math, preferably one each in Algebra and Geometry.
Natural Science: Two units, preferably one each in Biology, Physics or Chemistry.
Social Studies: Two units, preferably one each in world history and American history.
Liberal Arts: Two units of the same foreign language or additional units in one or more of the other listed subjects or in fine arts.
Other Electives: Five units from any area of academic study, but ideally from the areas listed above.
German or Latin is recommended for pre-seminary students.

Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science Nursing degree is taught over six semesters. Most nursing courses are taught using case studies, with minimal lecture and with faculty facilitating student discovery. Many students are able to complete their BSN in as little as 3.5 years.

CUAA School of Nursing courses are taught in small groups.

Ratios:

1:40 for didactic (classroom instruction)
1:16 for assessment lab
1:8 for weekly simulation, skills lab, and clinical practica

Beginning in their first semester, simulation takes place 1.5 to 2.5 hours each week for all six nursing semesters. Credits are earned in both didactic and clinical coursework.

Learn more about our Simulation Center and Skills Lab on the School of Nursing page.

Opportunities

Complete your Community Health Clinicals and meet your cross-cultural requirements by traveling abroad. The Community Health and Global Education program allows you to travel to and experience current health care circumstances in Guatemala, Kenya, and Uganda. Make a global impact. Enroll today.