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On-Campus Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The KU on-campus BSN program prepares generalist nurses for professional nursing practice in today’s changing healthcare environment
Program at a Glance
- Time to complete: 2 years with full-time study
- Entry options: Fall or Spring
- Format: On campus, full-time
- Clinical/Simulation Hours: 540 hours
- Credit hours: 120 total
- 60 prerequisite coursework
- 60 nursing coursework completed at KU
Application Deadlines
- August Start in KC and Salina
- Priority deadline November 1
- Final deadline December 15
- January Start in KC only
- Priority deadline June 1
- Final deadline July 15
Unified BSN Curriculum
KU’s innovative, new curriculum unites BSN students from every pathway in dynamic online courses, creating a rich learning environment with diverse perspectives.
Students from our Kansas City campus, our Salina campus, RN to BSN students, and CCNP students learn together, gaining diverse perspectives and shared experiences.
See our Online Catalog for all course details.
| Course Number | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NURS 300 | Knowledge for Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NURS 301 | Health Assessment Across the Lifespan | 2 |
| NURS 302 | Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I | 4 |
| NURS 360 | Person-Centered Care I: Wellness and Disease Prevention | 3 |
| NURS 390 | Applied Practice I: Foundations of Nursing Practice | 4 |
| NURS 303 | Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II | 4 |
| NURS 450 | Informatics, Safety, and Quality in Health Care Teams | 3 |
| NURS 460 | Person-Centered Care II: Chronic Disease Management | 3 |
| NURS 490 | Applied Practice II: Emerging Nursing Practice | 4 |
| NURS 550 | Evidence-Informed Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NURS 551 | Population Health, Health Policy, and Nursing Advocacy | 3 |
| NURS 560 | Person-Centered Care III: Acute and Restorative Care | 3 |
| NURS 590 | Applied Practice III: Integrating Nursing Knowledge | 5 |
| NURS 660 | Person-Centered Care IV: Complex Care Management | 2 |
| NURS 688 | Nurse as Leader | 3 |
| NURS 689 | Practice Readiness | 3 |
| NURS 690 | Applied Practice IV: Transitioning to the Baccalaureate Nurse Role | 5 |
| Elective | 3 |
Kansas City or Salina? Find out which campus is best for you.
The on-campus BSN program is located in either Kansas City or Salina, KS. Students complete 39 hours of coursework on their respective campus and corresponding clinical sites; the remaining 21 credit hours are completed in an online format that integrates all BSN pathways into our digital campus community.
Learn more about the Kansas City campus or the Salina campus.
Directions to our Campuses
The KU School of Nursing at the University of Kansas Medical Center is centrally located on the major interstate highway system. The medical center campus is a mile south of I-35 and 7th Street Trafficway South at 39th Avenue and Rainbow Boulevard in Kansas City, Kansas.
Our address is:
3901 Rainbow Boulevard
Kansas City, KS 66160
KU School of Nursing-Salina is located in the Health Education Center, a state-of-the-art facility shared with KU School of Medicine.
Our address is:
138 N. Santa Fe Avenue
Salina, KS 67401
Visit Us
Not ready to apply? That’s OK… Join us for a visit and tour our campuses in Kansas City and Salina.
A campus visit provides a unique opportunity for prospective students to meet with current students, faculty, and staff to learn more about the undergraduate nursing program.
Your visit will:
- Cover information about the application process
- Provide a tour of classrooms, our state-of-the-art labs, and other student utilized areas.
- Take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
If you are unable to attend a designated visit day, no problem. Email us for a personal visit instead.
- Kansas City Campus: Email Kyle McGee
- Salina Campus: Email Terri Van Slyke
Clinical Education
Learn, Practice, and Build Confidence as a future nurse
The Lab is where nursing students bring classroom learning to life. Our spaces are filled with the latest technology to help you build real‑world skills in a supportive, hands‑on environment. Large‑screen monitors, interactive video displays, and flexible practice stations let you learn at your own pace while receiving coaching from instructors when you need it.
We are also proud that our Simulation Center holds INACSL Endorsement, a recognition that we meet international standards for high‑quality, evidence‑based simulation education.
You’ll participate in a variety of simulation experiences across KUMC, including interprofessional learning and telehealth practice.
International Education Experiences
Salina bachelor of science in nursing students Carlo Valencia from Yigo, Guam, and Raegan Fairfax from Sedalia, Missouri, participated in an International Education Experience in Peru.
Think you may want to have a similar experience? Check out how you can go on an International Education Experience during your BSN program.
International Students
We welcome qualified international applicants for our pre-licensure BSN program. However, limits on online coursework for international students make international students ineligible for many of our programs.
