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Become a nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Become a nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Mercy College and advance your career. Our eight-semester program is designed to give you a strong foundation for a cutting-edge career as a registered nurse (RN), combining hands-on training with a comprehensive bachelor's degree-level education. This Ohio-based program makes sure that you are prepared for the workforce in hospitals, clinics, and other health facilities.

Welcome to Mercy College of Ohio's BSN Nursing Prelicensure Program

This BSN nursing program provides the academic and clinical experience necessary to prepare you to become an RN. Courses begin in the spring (January) and fall (August) semesters. Admission is open for fall (August), spring (January), or summer (May) semesters, allowing students to start taking pre-requisite and general education courses toward their nursing career.

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  • 2 Start Dates – January and August start options

  • $81,220

    Median national annual salary for RNs

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  • 8 semester typical program length for full time students

  • 711,900

    new RN jobs estimated annually

    bls.gov

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Paid Clinical Time for Final Semester

Mercy College now offers BSN students the chance to secure paid clinical hour positions in their final semester, a tangible step towards a debt-free education. This program highlights our commitment to financial support, allowing you to concentrate on your studies and patient care. Take your first step towards a lucrative career in healthcare.

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Direct Admit for High School Students

Mercy College of Ohio's Direct EDGE program provides high school seniors a direct admit route into the BSN Nursing Prelicensure program. Meeting GPA and test requirements earns early admission, streamlining the path to a nursing career. This opportunity offers a seamless transition from high school to nursing education, equipping students for fast success in healthcare.

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BSN Career Outlook

Nursing in Ohio is on a trajectory for significant growth, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting a 6% increase in RN employment from 2022 to 2032. BSN programs at Ohio colleges are crucial, offering access to numerous BSN nursing jobs and promising competitive salaries, now at a median of $81,220. With approximately 193,100 annual RN openings projected, now is an opportune time to pursue nursing.

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Program Learning Outcomes

Mercy College's BSN Pre-Licensure Program in Ohio showcases promising outcomes, including a solid NCLEX-RN pass rate that reflects the program's quality in preparing students for BSN nursing jobs. With varied retention rates and high graduate employment data, Mercy College ensures graduates are well-prepared for the nursing field with potential for lucrative salaries.

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  • “I am thankful for the small sizes and my experiences in clinical that will help me in the future as a nurse. While completing my clinicals and practicum hours, I was able to build upon my time management and patient care skills and was caring for 4 patients by the end of my experience. I am grateful for all the nurses and techs that helped me learn and prepare for my future as a nurse.”

    Megan Moore
    Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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