Care for others: You’ll do that here.

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree prepares you for a job in the medical field. You’ll work with experienced professionals in small class settings. In addition, you’ll gain real world experience through clinical opportunities. 

What You’ll Do  

As a nursing major at Southeast, you’ll gain incredible real-world learning experience in a program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). 

  • Experience clinical practice in every specialty area in nursing, working with faculty and clinical agency staff. 
  • Learn from experienced faculty with a minimum of a master’s degree in nursing. 70% of our faculty possess doctoral degrees. 
  • Experience hands-on learning in medical centers, primary care centers, schools, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities. 
  • Complete eight weeks of targeted NCLEX preparation during your final semester.

What Can You Do with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree?

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time. 

Employment Opportunities of Recent Graduates

  • Southeast Health
  • St. Francis Medical Center
  • Missouri Delta Medical Center
  • Perry County Hospital
  • Ste. Genevieve Hospital
  • Carbondale Memorial Hospital, Illinois
  • Barnes Hospital, St. Louis
  • Children’s Hospital, St. Louis
  • SSM System, St. Louis
  • Missouri Baptist Hospital, St. Louis
  • St. Anthony’s Hospital, St. Louis
  • Research Medical Center, Kansas City

Graduate School and Program Opportunities of Recent Graduates

  • Southeast Missouri State University
  • St. Louis University
  • UMSL
  • University of Missouri-Columbia

Nursing BSN Degree Map

Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree

Outcomes & Careers 

  • $86k

    Nursing Instructor

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics the mean annual salary for nurse instructors is $86,530.

  • 96%

    BSN NCLEX-RN first time pass rate

    In 2024, the US-educated, first-time BSN NCLEX pass rate was 91.92%. Our pass rate for 2024 exceeded this national benchmark, reaching an outstanding 96.08%.

  • $86k

    Registered Nurse

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a registered nurse is $86,070. 

What You'll Study

Degree Map

As a nursing major, you’ll will be ready to pass the national examination and apply for licensure after graduation. You’ll complete a minimum of 120 credit hours (121.5 hours required for the BSN) to complete this degree, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required to graduate with a BSN degree.

 

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Get Funding for Your Education

Missouri’s opened the door to a more educated workforce. We want to help you walk through it. If you’re an adult learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It’s a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.

Accreditations

Southeast Missouri State University's Nursing Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and has full approval of the Missouri State Board of Nursing.

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