Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

The four-year bachelor of science in Nursing degree program includes a broad foundation in liberal arts and science and an extensive range of nursing courses. The academic plan is full-time and does not include summers. This program provides diverse clinical experiences and integrates state-of-the-art simulation learning opportunities. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to sit for the national licensure examination (NCLEX-RN). Credits are awarded based on an LPN license.

Information about the bachelor of science degree in Nursing can be found on the Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing website.

Contacts

Undergraduate Admission

201 Shields Building
University Park, PA 16802-1294
814-865-5471

Penn State Altoona

Suzanne Kuhn, Ph.D., CNE
Nursing Program Coordinator
[email protected] | 814-949-5114

Cathy Kozak
Pre-Nursing Adviser
[email protected] | 814-949-5142

Financial Aid/Veterans Affairs
814-949-5158

Registrar
814-949-5035

Penn State Altoona Admission
814-949-5466

Suggested Academic Plans

Suggested Academic Plans are semester-by-semester guides you can use to meet degree requirements.

Student Success Center

Located in room 125 on the lower level of the Eiche Library, the Student Success Center supports two main functions:

To GET HELP for those students who need academic and non-academic assistance, and
To GET AHEAD for those students ready to take the next steps in their education.

Learn more about the Student Success Center

Out-of-Class Learning

Out-of-classroom academic experiences that complement in-class learning, including:

Learn more about Out-of-class Learning