BSN: overview
UW Tacoma Nursing takes a registered nurse, licensed in Washington State, to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) degree. The courses support students in developing professionally. The program goals, in part, stress communication, critical thinking, cultural sensitivity, enhanced patient care, research and scholarship, health promotion and education, and adapting to changes in the healthcare setting.
Not yet an RN?
For passing the RN licensure exam (NCLEX), UW Tacoma Nursing awards advanced placement, which reduces the number of in-residence credits to 45. Please see a sample program plan for specific required courses.
The BSN curriculum is based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's document, The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice (1998).
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Campus tours and information sessions
The Office of Admission Advising and Outreach provides campus tours and information sessions for potential UW Tacoma undergraduate students. Please see Campus Visit for additional information.
