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Nursing school provides theoretical and practical training to students to help prepare them for the field of nursing. During their education, students are often expected to partake in hands-on training and laboratory work in addition to their coursework as part of the nursing curriculum. In nursing school, students are trained to learn how to promote health, prevent transmission or disease, and assist patients in a variety of settings. Nurses can work in various environments, including hospitals, physician’s offices, nursing homes, and more.

For any student looking to become a nurse, they must first graduate with a nursing degree—or BSN—before they are allowed to practice. Within most colleges, students have the option to select a nursing major within the school’s College of Health Sciences. Or, there are some institutions that are solely dedicated to nursing.

The easiest nursing schools to get into generally have an acceptance rate of 70% or higher.

While some nursing programs may have strict requirements for acceptance, others may only be moderately selective. For reference, the most selective nursing schools have acceptance rates of less than 25%. These programs also generally require students to have higher average ACT or SAT scores upon application.

If you are looking for the easiest nursing schools to get into, then look no further. Below we have assembled a list of 50 moderately selective programs which offer BSN degrees. These programs were selected based on the university’s or program’s acceptance rate. As well, each program’s tuition costs are included for a comprehensive overview of the nursing program.

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into

1) – Pembroke, North Carolina

• Tuition: On Campus: NC Resident: $152/credit hour; Non-Resident: $318.66/credit hour; Distance: NC Resident: $108.21/credit hour; Non-Resident: $274.87/credit hour
• Acceptance Rate: 90%

To qualify for into this institution, students must present evidence of earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Hospital Diploma in nursing from a credible program. They must also have a current, unrestricted North Carolina nursing license or a license multistate practice privilege.

Each student must earn a C in each of their required prerequisite courses and have an overall GPA of 2.5+, including a 2.5+ GPA in mathematics and science courses.

2) – El Paso, Texas

• Tuition: Nursing Major: $220/semester
• Acceptance Rate: 100%

Students must meet certain prior to their sophomore-level nursing courses. These courses include specific math, biology, and chemistry courses. Additionally, all nursing courses must be completed at UTEP for the degree to be considered complete. Other nursing courses from other nursing programs will not be accepted for credit.

3) – Springfield, Missouri

• Tuition: Associate of Science in Nursing: $455/credit hour; BSN: $440/credit hour
• Acceptance Rate: 33%

Cox College is the most selective school on this list. However, it is still considered one of the easiest nursing schools to get into based on its admittance requirements.

First-time students must meet certain eligibility requirements to apply. The student must have their high school diploma or GED, have a high school GPA of 2.0 or higher, and a minimum ACT of 18 or an SAT combined score of 860 or higher. Students will also complete 68 hours of nursing courses toward the degree and 52 credit hours in general courses.

4) – Atlanta, Georgia

• Tuition: In-state: $306/credit hour; Out of State: $674/credit hour
• Acceptance Rate: 61%

All students who apply for a BSN must submit two letters of recommendation along with their online and application fee. Prospective students must also take the Test Essential Academic Skills () test as part of the application.

5) – Boston, Massachusetts

• Tuition: Boston, Worcester, and Manchester Campuses: BSN: $56,820/year; Online: Undergraduate program: $520/credit hour
• Acceptance Rate: 88%

This program offers two versions of the BSN degree: The track and the track. The postbaccalaureate track takes place over 16 consecutive months, where students will earn 64 credit hours over 4 semesters. The accelerated track takes places over 32 months at the Boston campus where students will experience intensive and immersive first-hand opportunities alongside nursing experts.

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into – Cont’d

6) – Fresno, California

• Tuition: Undergraduate, Full-time: $3,670.50/semester; Non-Resident and International Student Fee: $420/unit
• Acceptance Rate: 95%

On their way to earning a BSN, students will enroll in the , with the option to begin in the Nursing track during their third semester of study. Students will complete 120 semester units as part of the BSN degree and must maintain a minimum prerequisite and cumulative GPA of 3.0. Additionally, students must pass the TEAS test with a score of 75% or higher.

7) – Albuquerque, New Mexico

• Tuition: Freshman Direct Entry Pre-Licensure BSN: NM Resident: $526.84/credit hour; Nonresident: $1,252.88/credit hour; Sophomore/Traditional Entry Pre-Licensure BSN: NM Resident: $343.26/credit hour; Nonresident: $1,107.24/credit hour
• Acceptance Rate: 96%

For the Freshman direct entry program, students must present official high school transcripts, and transcripts for any additional college coursework and respond to three short essay prompts. They must also submit 2 letters of recommendation. For the pre-licensure BSN, students must maintain a GPA of 2.75 or higher in all prerequisite courses, including English, Biology, Chemistry, Human Nutrition, Psychology and Lifespan Growth & Development.

8) – St. Louis, Missouri

• Tuition: On Campus: $38,366/year
• Acceptance Rate: 88%

As part of the BSN program, students learn in an environment which resembles real-life settings. Maryville University provides graduates equipped to work in any setting, from the ICU or general practice settings. Plus, students have the opportunity to take clinical rotations at some of the top-notch healthcare companies in St. Louis, like SSM Healthcare, Barnes-Jewish, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and Mercy Hospital.

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into – Cont’d

9)	between Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin	BSN: $335/credit hour	100%
10)	Campuses in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia	Varies by state	90%
11)	Denver, Colorado	RN to BSN Program: $357.50/credit hour BSN Pre-Licensure Program: $180-$495/ credit hour	100%
12)	Bartlesville, Oklahoma	BSN: $447/credit hour	52%
13)	Columbus, Ohio	Resident: $13,244/year; Nonresident: $40,022/year	53%
14)	Denver, Colorado	Nursing, Full-Time: $46,990/year Nursing, Part-Time: $1,566/credit hour	78%
15)	Lewiston, Idaho	RN-BSN/CC-BSN Track: $389/credit hour	100%
16)	St. Paul, Minnesota	$10,400/term for five terms	78%
17)	Woodlands, Texas	Texas Resident: $636.60/semester hour; Nonresident: $1,046.60/semester hour	85%
18)	Toledo, Ohio	In State, Full-Time: $6,080.04/year; Out of State, Full-Time: $10,760.04/year	92%

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into 

19)	Laramie, Wyoming	Resident, On Campus: $26,078/year; Non-Resident, On-Campus: $42,888	96%
20)	Madison, Wisconsin	On-campus: $49,110/year	99%
21)	Norfolk, Virginia	In-State: $393/credit hour; Out of State: $1,073/credit hour	95%
22)	Hattiesburg, Mississippi	Resident: $412/credit hour; Non-Resident: $412/credit hour	99%
23)	Greene County, Ohio	Resident, On Campus: $23,112/year; Out-of-State, On Campus: $32,812	95%
24)	Salt Lake City, Utah	Resident, On Campus: $39,164/year; Non-Resident, On Campus: $61,640	89%
25)	Lexington, Kentucky	In-State, On Campus: $36,640; Out-of-State, On Campus: $59,104	95%
26)	Wichita, Kansas	Resident: $241.55/credit hour; Nonresident: $572.15/credit hour	95%
27)	Alliance, Ohio	First-Time Undergraduate: $36,100/year	76%
28)	New Orleans, Louisiana	On Campus: $65,040/year; Off Campus: $49,940/year	78%

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into 

29)	Morgantown, West Virginia	In-state: $10,104/year; Out-of-State: $28,608	88%
30)	Lacey, Washington	On Campus: $66,398	95%
31)	Orono, Maine	Maine and Canadian Resident, On Campus: $30,006/year; Out-of-State Resident, On Campus: $53,436/year	94%
32)	Vanderburgh, Indiana	Resident: $299.19/credit hour; Non-Resident: $727.23/credit hour	94%
33)	Louisville, Kentucky	Full-time (12-18 credit hours): $14,400/semester	98%
34)	Russellville, Arkansas	Instate: $249.78; Out-of-State: $499.56/credit hour	94%
35)	Omaha, Nebraska	Traditional BSN: $623/credit + additional fees	91%
36)	Brookings, South Dakota	BSN: $44,932	86%
37)	Normal, Illinois	Resident, On-campus: $34,060; Non-resident, On-campus: $45,584	86%
38)	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	Full-time: $20,014/term	80%

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into 

39)	Geneva, New York	Full-time: $5,450/semester	100%
40) (2 year)	Draper, Utah	$22,603/year	100%
41)	Fort Wayne, Indiana	On-Campus: $48,040	98%
42)	Des Moines, Iowa	Accelerated BSN: $774.00/credit hour	97%
43)	Arden Hills, Minnesota	Full-time, On campus: $56,396/year	72%
44)	Erie, Pennsylvania	Full-time, On campus: $59,058/year	81%
45)	Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Wisconsin	Varies by state	94%

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into 

 

46)	Columbus, Ohio	Full-time: $4,246/year	99%
47)	Natchitoches, Louisiana	NSU online-only: $375/credit hour up to 12 hours; $100/credit hour thereafter	98%
48)	Richmond, Kentucky	Resident, Full-time: $5,010/semester; Out-of-state, Full-time: $10,465/semester	64%
49)	Fairmont, West Virginia	In State, On campus: $21,178/year; Out of State, On Campus: $31,394	98%
50)	Missoula, Montana	On Campus: $248.50/credit hour	95%

Easiest Nursing Schools to Get Into – In Review

Nursing programs are not for the faint of heart. Nurses are often required to perform at a high and consistent level for long, sometimes unconventional, hours. In addition, nurses must also be comfortable in high pressure environments and be capable of making informed decisions quickly.

However, nursing could be the career for you if you enjoy helping people, promoting health and wellness, and are looking for a career in a growing and dynamic field.

Plus, nurses have the opportunity to select their own specialty, which means they can work in many different settings. Some nursing specialties include: Nurse practitioner; Emergency nursing; Pediatric nursing; Surgical nursing; Hospice nursing; and more. Additionally, nurses also can work as educators within their field to share their expertise with others.

Ultimately, nursing can be a rewarding and fulfilling career choice. Even though the profession is demanding, it is also highly satisfying to make a positive difference in the community.

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