Available to college graduates with non-nursing majors, the Post-Baccalaureate Nursing Track is built on the success of our Traditional Undergraduate Nursing Track, incorporating the same philosophy and outcomes.
Upon completion of the program requirements, students will be awarded a bachelor of science degree with a major in Nursing. They will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and to be registered as a Minnesota public health nurse and have the academic credentials to pursue master's study in Nursing.
The following Nursing program outcomes identify the depth and breadth of knowledge which graduates of all undergraduate nursing programs are able to demonstrate. Upon completion of the undergraduate nursing programs the graduate will:
The Post-Baccalaureate nursing track is offered in two formats: a traditional day-school program at the Duluth campus and an online hybrid program at the St. Cloud campus.
A cohort begins the program each May. Nursing coursework (50 credits) is completed in 4 consecutive semesters over 15 months.
A cohort begins the online hybrid program each May and September. Nursing coursework (50 credits) is completed in 4 consecutive semesters over 15 months. Students will work with nursing faculty and expert nurse preceptors in both urban and rural healthcare facilities.