The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program
The College of Nursing at the University of North Dakota offers a baccalaureate program in nursing. Once an individual has met the pre-requisites and is admitted to the UND College of Nursing, they will participate in a three (3) year sequential program. This means courses have to be taken in the order given. The length of the program will vary for RNs and LPNs admitted. The graduate will receive the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree and is eligible to take the national board examination for registered nurse licensure. The application deadline for applying to the University of North Dakota College of Nursing BSN program is April 1 of each year for the next academic year. Selection is done by the third week in June for the entire academic year. The RAIN Program will assist with the application process. Prior to the application process, RAIN will evaluate transcripts. Please see the UND College of Nursing brochure for additional information.

Option Tracks Available for the RN & LPN
Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses are admitted to the baccalaureate program in nursing. Nursing courses from associate programs and LPN programs are evaluated for UND lower division equivalency and credit may be granted. The UND College of Nursing makes the final determination as to which nursing courses will be granted transfer credit from accredited colleges and universities. Students are required to complete 30 credits in residence. The length of the program for RNs depends upon the individual student's prior course completion and/or completion of mobility examinations. Flexible class schedules are arranged when possible to met work and family responsibilities. 
Copies of licensure are part of the application process. 

UND College of Nursing Opportunities for Graduate Studies
Nationwide there is a demand for leaders prepared at the master's level in nursing. That demand is even more pronounced for master's prepared nurses who are American Indian. You have the ability to lead ---- obtaining a master's in nursing would only enhance and focus those skills. Current statistics show there are approximately 75 American Indian nurses at the master's level and three prepared at the Ph.D. level. Nationally, American Indians represent the lowest number of minorities in the nursing profession (0.4 percent out of 8.3 percent). As Indian people we need to provide care for our own people. We need to be able to make the decisions regarding the health care delivery of our people. We cannot obtain these goals until we have individuals willing to confront challenges, seize opportunities and assume leadership roles. We need to encourage one another to be the best we can be.

The RAIN Program is committed to recruiting outstanding baccalaureate prepared American Indian nurses and to assist them to further develop their potential and graduate with a master's degree in nursing. Prior to Fall 1992, no American Indian students were accepted into the graduate nursing program. Five American Indians were admitted graduate nursing program in Fall 1993. Four of the students are graduates of UND's baccalaureate nursing program. As a full-time student, a master's degree can be earned within 2 years. Some of the tracks can be completed within a year and a half.  The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for admission to the graduate nursing program. Please see Graduation Nursing brochure for more information.

Helpful links

Nursing Fact Sheet (pdf)