What nursing programs do you offer?

      BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) Degree – program is web-enhanced. Students applying to this program are not yet nurses. Graduates of this program are prepared to take the licensure exam to become a registered nurse.

      RN-BSN – **program is online. Students applying to this program are currently a registered nurse with either an associate degree or diploma degree.  Student often pursues their BSN in order to pursue, obtain or maintain a management position.  Student may also be preparing his/herself for advanced study.

      MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) Degree - **program is online –We offer three program tracks:

1.   FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner) [Students applying to this program are already registered nurses and have a BSN degree. Upon graduation, student is prepared to take his/her licensure exam to become an FNP.]

2.   Nurse Educator [Students applying to this program are registered nurses with a BSN degree.]

3.   Nurse Administrator [Students applying are RNs (ADN, Diploma or BSN) and have a bachelor’s degree.]

**Online programs –require occasional travel to campus.

Note: Details regarding each of our programs of study are available through the Programs of Study link at the top of each page.

Do Delta State University students have preference in being admitted to the School of Nursing?

We invite all students to submit their application to the School of Nursing.  We have a wonderful working relationship with the community colleges and universities in our state and surrounding area.  The majority of courses taken at local community colleges and universities will transfer to Delta State; but, we ask that you contact the Registrar’s office for verification of transfer work.

Admission is competitive for every new class.

Can I take nursing classes in the summer and finish my nursing degree faster?

The actual nursing classes for a generic BSN student are offered beginning with the Spring semester and continuing in the Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring semesters, making this a five semester program.  Classes are not offered during the summer semesters.  Many students try to work or volunteer in a health related field during the summer to increase hands on experience.

The RN-BSN and MSN degrees do have summer courses.