About
The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing offers an unparalleled four-year undergraduate nursing experience. Students admitted to Emory University as freshmen benefit from a nationally-ranked institution steeped in tradition. Our four-year experience provides a liberal arts focus, a tight-knit community, and access to internationally-recognized health systems.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) gives students a solid foundation for beginning a career as a registered nurse. This program is designed for students who wish to pursue the BSN as their first bachelor’s degree.

Overview
First, the Admission Process to Emory College or Oxford College
High school students must first apply for freshman admission through Emory University's Office of Undergraduate Admission. We encourage you to get a jumpstart on researching the admission process at Emory University.
You Have Two Choices at Emory
As we hope you've found over the course of your college search, collegiate success is largely grounded in fit. Where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered is where you will do your best learning. Our firm belief in this ideal is why we offer undergraduate applicants the choice between two different undergraduate experiences at two distinct campuses: Emory College, in Atlanta, GA, and Oxford College in Oxford, GA.
Emory College is a true fit for a student who values academic independence and the resources of one of the largest cities in the country. A student's academics and life outside of class are enhanced by hands-on industry access and internship opportunities.
Oxford College is ideal for a student who seeks an intimate campus and early opportunities for leadership. Oxford students benefit from smaller classes, personal interaction between students and professors, and extensive opportunities to get involved, all of which lay the foundation for the specialized work they do when they continue as juniors at Emory's Atlanta campus.
Second, the Prerequisites
After being accepted to Emory College or Oxford College, students complete the first two years of general education. Students may apply and be admitted to the nursing program while the prerequisites are in progress. All required courses must be completed before enrolling in the BSN program in the fall semester of the junior year.
Emory students applying to the BSN first-degree program will automatically be admitted to the School of Nursing if they meet certain requirements.
Third, the Nursing Education
In the remaining two years at Emory's School of Nursing, you’ll learn the practice of nursing in clinical and classroom settings. The nursing program is designed to be completed in four semesters of full-time enrollment.
Graduates of the BSN program are eligible to take the NCLEX examination to become a Registered Nurse in any U.S. state. BSN graduates can work in a wide array of practices in health care and beyond.

Curriculum

Admission Requirements
The prerequisites for the BSN program include 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of college course credit. You may submit an application for admission with the courses in progress, but all prerequisites must be completed successfully by the time you plan on beginning the nursing program.
Course planning will depend on your AP/IB credits, or what you are prepared to take in the first year or second year. The list below contains all prerequisite and general education requirements (GERs) that must be satisfied to graduate with a BSN.
Course Name Course Number
SCIENCES (SNT)
Chemistry with lab CHEM 150
Human Anatomy and Physiology I with lab NRSG 201
Human Anatomy and Physiology II with lab NRSG 202
Microbiology with lab NRSG 205
Clinical Nutrition NRSG 207
MATH (MQR)
Intro to Stat Inference QTM 100
HUMANITIES
Expository Writing (FWRT) ENG 101
AND
Either 2 additional (HAP) courses OR 1 (HAP) course and 1 (HAL) course
SOCIAL SCIENCES (HSC)
Human Growth and Development NRSG 200
Any additional social science course- PSYC 111 highly recommended
Graduation Requirements
ECS 101 and First Year Writing Seminar (FYSM) must be completed in your freshman year.
GENERAL ELECTIVES
Additional courses to meet 60 credit hours excluding pathophysiology, pharmacology, technical, or applied art, music, or theater courses.
**Please email nrsgpermissioninquiries@emory.edu for information regarding obtaining permission numbers.

Application
All high school students must apply to the program through the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

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About the School of Nursing

Accreditation
Emory University undergoes accreditation at the university level and throughout our colleges and schools to ensure our educational programs meet the highest standards. The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is accredited by multiple organizations. For a list of accreditations, you can visit our Accreditations page.

Financial Aid and Tuition
Updated December 9, 2020
Please see the estimated tuition costs for the 2020-2021 academic year. These estimated amounts are for both undergraduate and graduate-level programs, including BSN, ABSN, MN Pathway to MSN, MN, and MSN, and DNP programs. Opportunities to defray the cost of attendance through scholarships and financial aid are available.
Each program at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing has different tuition structures and billing patterns. Figures shown are for approximation purposes and should not be used in program comparison.
Policy Statement on Refunds
Refunds for Emory University students who are federal (Title IV) aid recipients will be prorated in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1992 and any related regulations.
- Traditional BSN: $26,535/semester ($2,211/hour)
- Distance ABSN: $1,608/hour
- MN Pathway to MSN: $23,130/semester ($1,928/hour)
- Pre-licensure Master of Nursing (MN): $22,810/semester ($1,901/hour)
- Master of Science in Nursing: $23,550/semester ($1,963/hour)
- Post Masters Certificate: $1,857/hour
- Doctorate of Nursing Practice: $20,050/semester ($1,671/hour)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist: $24,190/semester ($2,016/hour)
Please visit the Financial Aid website for information on Financial aid options.

Frequently Asked Questions
