Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing can be completed in four academic years, including one summer session, and is a full-time program of study. Graduates of the program are eligible to apply to the Tennessee State Board of Nursing to take the NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse licensure examination). The BSN nursing program has full approval of the Tennessee State Board of Nursing and the baccalaureate degree program in nursing at the University of Tennessee Southern is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. The application deadline is March 1st of each year. Late applications are accepted; placement of qualified candidates will be based on any openings available in the entering class.