University of Kansas School of Medicine

Programme overview

The KU BSN readies graduates to function as entry-level professional registered nurses and to sit for RN licensure (NCLEX-RN). The program is delivered through three pathways — On‑Campus BSN (Kansas City or Salina), the Community College Nursing Partnership (CCNP) hybrid AS/BSN option at eight community colleges, and an online RN to BSN for practicing RNs — while uniting students from all pathways in shared online coursework. Learning is organized around four spheres of care: wellness and prevention to chronic condition management; acute and restorative care; holistic end-of-life support; and complex care.

What you'll study

KU uses a concept-based curriculum focused on clinical judgment, hands-on skill development and immersive clinical experiences that build each semester. Instruction covers person-centered care across the four spheres of care, population health and social justice principles, evidence integration for practice, safety and quality improvement, interprofessional collaboration, systems and resource management, informatics and professional identity, with progressive development of leadership and ethical comportment.

Entry requirements

The School of Nursing Student Affairs office advises applicants on pathway choice, course selection and the admissions process and will review transcripts; prospective students are directed to consult pathway-specific sequencing details and the online catalog for course information. For admissions help contact soninfo@kumc.edu or 913-588-1619. The program’s FAFSA school code is 001948.

Career prospects

The BSN prepares graduates to apply for RN licensure via the NCLEX-RN; the program reports high first-time and ultimate NCLEX pass rates and strong employment outcomes. Published outcomes include first-attempt NCLEX-RN pass rates (for example, 2025: 94.49%), ultimate pass rates within one year of graduation (e.g., 2025: 99.2%) and graduation and employment rates (graduation ~90–92%; employment 2025: 89.7%). The curriculum is intended to produce practice-ready nurses able to enter clinical roles immediately after graduation.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The KU School of Nursing participates in federal student aid (use FAFSA school code 001948) and awards institutional scholarships; in academic year 2024–2025 the school awarded over $1.6 million across programs and 151 BSN students received general university scholarships. Applicants should review the Registrar’s tuition and fees pages and consult Student Affairs for scholarship and financial-aid guidance.