Shenandoah University

What you'll study

The curriculum includes core nursing courses and topics explicitly listed by the school, such as nursing ethics and genomics, nursing research and evidence-based practice, and Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Relief. Learning combines classroom theory, skills lab work using high- and low-fidelity simulation manikins, and supervised clinical placements with regional hospitals and community partners.

• Hands-on skills labs and simulation to practice assessment, technology use, pharmacology and clinical decision-making in a controlled setting
• Clinical rotations at affiliated sites (examples cited include Valley Health System hospitals, INOVA Health System hospitals, Reston Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center, VA medical centers, hospice and community clinics)
• Interprofessional learning with other health programs such as pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical and occupational therapy, athletic training, public health and music therapy
• Final-semester NCLEX preparation course to prepare graduates for licensure

Entry requirements

The track is intended for students who have already completed the required prerequisite and general education coursework at other colleges or universities. Admission to the transfer track is offered only at the Winchester main campus and for the fall semester start; transfer candidates enter at the designated point in the existing BSN sequence.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and apply for registered nurse positions. The program notes consistently strong first-time NCLEX pass rates relative to national averages. Employment settings listed include acute-care hospitals, clinics, medical practices, public health departments, hospice, home care, military service, school nursing, international care and other community-based roles; graduates may also pursue graduate study or specialization in advanced practice, education or research.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Shenandoah University highlights strong local and regional recognition for its nursing graduates; prospective transfer students should consult the university’s financial aid and scholarship offices for funding options, institutional awards and guidance on tuition support for transfer entrants.