Bachelor of Science in Nursing
One of the strengths of Northern's nursing program is that is students are from a variety of backgrounds, ages, experiences, and personal cirumstances.
Connie Uhlken, M.S. R.N.
Nursing Program Coordinator
NIU School of Nursing
Program Materials
Widely respected as a leader in nursing education throughout the region and beyond, the NIU School of Nursing provides its diverse student body with a solid academic foundation of theory, clinical experience, and attention to personal growth.
- Fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Comprehensive program of study
- High admission standards
- Wide range of instructional and educational experiences
- Full-time adviser to assist in planning course work that is integrated with the larger university system from admission to graduation
- Solid academic and theoretical background
- Focused clinical experiences that provide 540 clinical hours of experience with opportunities for an additional 230 to 460 clinical hours through summer internships.
- Preparation for a leadership role
- The NIU School of Nursing is recognized nationally for its high-quality nursing degree program at a cost significantly lower than that of comparable programs.
- Special programs in assisting students to pass the state board licensing examination (NCLEX-RN)
