GROUNDED IN EXCELLENCE,
we radiate quality care.
With access to cutting-edge facilities, personalized mentorship from expert faculty, and a community grounded in excellence and compassion, Valpo’s nursing program will help you to become a confident and capable healthcare professional.
Ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Valpo’s bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program illuminates your path to a dynamic and rewarding future in healthcare. Whether you choose the direct admit BSN pathway, the accelerated BSN program, or the online registered nurse (RN) to BSN option, you’ll be part of a program that combines rigorous academics with immersive, handson experiences. Through core courses spanning pediatrics to mental health, you’ll develop a collaborative, comprehensive understanding that will help you stand out in the field and thrive while working on interdisciplinary teams. And, in our Center for Experiential Learning (CEL), you’ll practice using advanced simulation technology that brings realworld healthcare scenarios to life.
Having experienced small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and diverse clinical placements, you’ll be set up for success. Valpo nursing graduates consistently boast high pass and outcome rates with 95% of graduates passing the national licensure examination within a year of graduation and 97.1% of graduates securing employment or enrolling in graduate programs within nine months of graduation. With a proven record of placement at top institutions like Mayo Clinic and Northwestern Memorial, you’ll be prepared to lead and innovate in your profession.
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$86,000
MEAN ANNUAL WAGE OF THOSE WITH A BSN DEGREE*
*According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023 report.
100% OF NURSING STUDENTS ENGAGE IN HANDS-ON LEARNING EXPERIENCES
ALUMNI SUCCESS
Valpo nursing graduates shine in rewarding careers at these prestigious institutions, prepared to serve their communities, lead transformative initiatives, and pursue advanced degrees, including Valpo’s own highly regarded doctor of nursing practice (DNP).
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
At Valpo, experiential learning transforms your nursing education into a dynamic and hands-on journey, giving you the confidence to thrive in healthcare. Imagine stepping into the Center for Experiential Learning, where cutting-edge simulation technology like hospital-grade equipment and interactive manikins allow you to master critical procedures in a setting that feels just like the real world. From there, clinical rotations immerse you in hospital, clinic, and specialty care unit settings, where you’ll apply your skills while connecting with diverse patient populations and tackling real healthcare challenges. For those with a passion for innovation, research opportunities allow you to work with faculty to advance telemedicine or address disparities in underserved communities. If your vision extends beyond borders, study abroad programs in places like Costa Rica and Italy invite you to explore global healthcare systems and grow as a culturally compassionate caregiver, ready to radiate impact around the world.
EXPERT MENTORSHIP
At Valpo, you’ll benefit from a community of faculty and advisors who are deeply invested in your success. With 80% of our College of Nursing and Health Professions faculty holding terminal degrees and extensive professional experience, you’ll be guided by experts who are passionate about education and healthcare. Faculty mentorship goes beyond the classroom, with professors offering personalized feedback during clinical rotations, support through challenging coursework, and advice on career and academic planning. Small clinical cohorts of no more than eight students means you’ll receive individualized attention and build meaningful relationships with your faculty and peers, connections that will ground you and guide you as you prepare for your bright future in healthcare.
Valparaiso University admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. (For a full statement, see valpo.edu .)
“I felt like I needed more resources, more of a sense of community, and Valpo offered that. I found family at Valpo, even though my family was far away. And when I did my clinicals, I’d say I was from Valpo, and people would trust me right away. Valpo has a great reputation in the community, and I felt proud to represent it.”
BRAULIO ALCALA ’23 NURSING
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
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Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN 46383
web: valpo.edu
email: undergraduate.admission@valpo.edu
