Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The School of Nursing offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Upon successful completion of the BSN curriculum, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

The BSN program requires completion of mandatory prerequisite courses followed by four semesters of nursing courses. The BSN curriculum is offered year-round allowing students to complete the program in as little as 16 months.

Prerequisites

Core Curriculum

Students must be Texas Core-complete BEFORE beginning the BSN program. Five (5) outstanding prerequisite courses can be in progress during the time of application. Acceptance into the BSN program is conditional upon successful completion of core courses and nursing pre-requisite courses in progress.

See UT Tyler Texas Core Curriculum.

Nursing Pre-Requisites

• Microbiology + Lab (BIOL 2320 and BIOL 2120) or Bacteriology (and lab)
• Anatomy & Physiology I & II + Lab (BIOL 2301 and 2101, BIOL 2302 and 2102)
• Nutrition (ALHS 2315)
• Lifespan Growth & Development (PSYC 2320)
• Introductory Psychology (PSYC 1301)
• Statistics (Math 1342)
• Introduction of Ethics (PHIL 2306)
• Intro to Nursing: Roles and Responsibilities (NURS 1301)**
• Integrated Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, Part I (NURS 2301)**
• Integrated Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, Part II (NURS 2302)**

**Lower division nursing courses must be taken at UT Tyler. Please consult with an academic advisor for more information.

Requirements to Apply

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA in all core courses and 3.0 GPA in nursing prerequisite courses
• Completed TEAS Test (minimum score of 58.7)

Application Process

Step 1

• Transfer students must apply and be accepted to UT Tyler
• Meet with a UT Tyler School of Nursing Academic Advisor
• All applicants must have an updated (within the last 12 months) degree plan from an Academic Advisor in the UT Tyler School of Nursing

Step 2

• All applicants must complete the ATI TEAS and upload a copy of results through the online application system (HESI scores not accepted).
• See the ATI website for more information.
• Applicants may take the assessment at any testing center that supports ATI testing, including on our Tyler campus.

Step 3

• Apply to the School of Nursing BSN program by filling out the BSN Application
• Decision letters sent within four weeks of the application deadline

Pre-Licensure BSN Campus Placement Application

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Application Deadlines:

• Spring Admission - September 15
• Summer Admission - February 15 
• Fall Admission - May 15

While Waiting for Acceptance:

Students are strongly encouraged to gather immunization records and other required documents needed to start nursing school. Failure to upload appropriate documentation within deadlines will delay ability to enroll full-time and participate in clinical experiences.

• Checklist Immunizations and Documentation Requirements

Applicants names will be submitted to the Board of Nursing (BON). The BON shares email address with IdentoGO. IdentoGO will send an email with instructions regarding fingerprints and background checks. The whole process takes at least 4 weeks, follow instructions carefully.

Once Accepted:

• Pay non-refundable seat deposit of $150.00 by the date indicated in the acceptance letter. Failure to pay the deposit will result in forfeiture of the acceptance.
• Applicants who accept an offer of admission but later decide not to attend will forfeit seat deposit.
• Attend BSN Onboarding day (date listed in the acceptance letter)
• Pay for and create a CastleBranch account.
• CastleBranch and Immunization Requirements General Guidelines

 

BSN Curriculum (Catalog)

Semester 1	16 Hours	Semester 2	16 Hours
*ENGL 1301 Composition I	3	*ENGL 1302 Composition II	3
HIST 1301 US History I	3	HIST 1302 US History II	3
PSYC 1301 General Psychology	3	MATH 1342 Statistics	3
*Creative Arts Core	3	BIOL 2302 Anatomy & Physiology II	3
BIOL 2301 Anatomy & Physiology I	3	BIOL 2102 Anatomy & Physiology II Lab	1
BIOL 2101 Anatomy & Physiology I Lab	1	NURS 1301 Intro to Nursing: Roles & Responsibilities	3
NURS 1000 Thriving in Nursing		UNIV 1000 Student Success Seminar
*Other course options are available to satisfy this requirement
Semester 3	16 Hours	Semester 4	12 Hours
POLS 2305 US Government	3	POLS 2306 Texas Government	3
ALHS 1315 Intro to Nutrition	3	PSYC 2320 Lifespan Development Psychology	3
*Human Expression Core	3	*PHIL 2306 Intro to Ethics	3
BIOL 2320 Intro to Microbiology	3	NURS 2302 Integrated Health Assessment, Patho, and Pharm Part II	3
BIOL 2120 Intro to Microbiology Lab	1
**NURS 2301 Integrated Health Assessment, Patho, and Pharm Part I	3
*Other course options are available to satisfy this requirement **Anatomy & Physiology I must be complete before taking NURS 2301.  **NURS 2301 is a prequisite to NURS 2302. If you are transferring, you will need to enroll at UT Tyler two semesters prior to your projected clinical start date. NURS 1301 & NURS 2301 can be taken together in the same semester.
Semester 5 - Level I	15 Hours	Semester 6 - Level II	15 Hours
NURS 3601 Person-Centered Care	6	NURS 3602 Disease Management I	6
NURS 3315 Informatics	3	NURS 3316 Research	3
NURS 3311 Mental Health	3	NURS 3317 Family Health (Mother/Baby)	3
NURS 3314 Health Promotion Across the Lifespan	3	NURS Elective	3
Semester 7 - Level III	15 Hours	Semester 6 - Level IV	15 Hours
NURS 4602 Disease Management II	6	NURS 4322 Professional Nursing & Society	3
NURS 4317 Family Health (Pediatrics)	3	NURS 4339 Capstone	3
NURS 4319 Community Health in Nursing	3	NURS 4638 Clinical Immersion	6
NURS Elective	3	NURS Elective	3
Total Hours: 120

 

 

Why Choose UT Tyler Nursing?

What Sets Us Apart?

• Experienced Faculty
• Strengths-Based Development
• Active Student Organizations
• Strong Clinical Partnership
• Career-Ready Curriculum
• Study Abroad Programs
• Policy & Advocacy Opportunities
• State-of-the-Art Facilities
  • Data Science Lab
  • Simulation Center
  • Wellness Lab
  • Synergy Studio
• Student-Centered Focus
• Research Opportunities

Direct Admission as a Nursing Major

No more waiting or wondering. As a freshman, you're a Nursing major from the start!

Supportive, High-Standard Environment

You'll be held to the professional standards of the field, ensuring you're well-prepared academically and personally for the demands of clinical practice.

Campus Placement for Clinical Training

Once you complete your prerequisites, you'll apply for campus placement to begin your clinical courses. You'll spend your final four semesters in hands-on training at one of our three campuses: Longview, Palestine, or Tyler.