Stevenson University

What you'll study

Core study areas balance foundational sciences with nursing-specific coursework and clinical practice.

• Foundational sciences: anatomy, physiology and microbiology that underpin nursing assessment and care planning.
• Nursing theory and practice: fundamentals of nursing, medical–surgical care, maternal–child health, mental health nursing and care of older adults.
• Clinical skills and simulation: hands-on procedures, communication, patient assessment and use of simulation labs to prepare for supervised clinical placements.
• Pharmacology and pathophysiology: safe medication administration and understanding disease processes common in clinical practice.
• Evidence-based practice and research: principles of clinical research, quality improvement and applying evidence to patient care.
• Professional development: ethics, legal aspects of nursing, leadership, health promotion and interprofessional teamwork.

Entry requirements

Typical entry expectations include a secondary-school diploma or equivalent with demonstrated competence in science and math. Programmes commonly expect prerequisite coursework (for example biology and chemistry), acceptable academic standing, and fulfilment of programme-specific screening such as health checks, background checks, immunisation verification and CPR certification. Transfer applicants or those with prior healthcare qualifications may have additional requirements; consult the admissions office for precise criteria.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly pursue roles as registered nurses in hospitals, community health agencies, long-term care, outpatient clinics and home health. With experience and additional qualifications, career progression can include specialty clinical practice, charge nurse or unit management roles, education, case management, quality improvement or advanced practice preparation through graduate study.

Scholarships & funding angle

Nursing programmes often qualify for a range of institutional scholarships, need-based aid and external funding targeted at health professions. Prospective students should explore merit scholarships, grants, federal or state aid where applicable, employer tuition support for working healthcare staff, and scholarship opportunities from professional nursing organisations. Early contact with the university financial aid office and scholarship search resources increases the chance of identifying applicable funding.