Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The BS program in nursing is designed to prepare a beginning professional nurse for practice in a variety of settings. It provides a foundation for advanced study in nursing. The nursing curriculum is based on prerequisite courses in the liberal arts, physical sciences, social sciences and on electives. The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education(CCNE). It offers traditional and innovative clinical experiences to prepare graduates for the changing health care environment. The College of Nursing and Health Professions (CONHP) offers this program on the Portland and Lewiston-Auburn campuses.
Prerequisites in the Undergraduate Curriculum
Learn about the prerequisites
Undergraduate Nursing Course of Study
Learn more about the course of study.
Clinical Requirements
Nursing majors must purchase uniforms and lab coats, must be certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and meet CONHP health requirements prior to entry into sophomore level laboratory clinical courses. The certificate card from the American Heart Association must state course for Health Care Provider. The American Red Cross certificate card must state BLS for Professional Rescuer.
Since clinical experiences occur in a variety of settings in the Southern Maine area, students must provide their own transportation. Professional liability insurance is highly recommended for students in the nursing major. Health insurance is required while registered in clinical courses starting with NUR 213 (Fundamentals of Nursing lab).
For more information regarding the specifics of the Nursing Program's Health Requirements, health insurance and CPR certification, read the health requirements information.
Background Check Policy
Students must pay for and complete a comprehensive background check prior to starting junior level clinical courses. In addition, students must sign a disclosure agreement allowing the school to provide access to this background information to our clinical affiliates. Affiliates have the right to deny clinical placement based on crimanal background. Denial of clinical placements will stip progression in the nursing program.
Degree Requirements
The baccalaureate degree in nursing is conferred on students who successfully complete: 51-55 credit hours in the liberal arts, physical sciences, social sciences, and core curriculum; 65 credit hours in nursing; and 9 credit hours in electives. A total of 125-130 credits are required for graduation.
Admission
First-Year Students - Students who are currently in high school or who have graduated from high school less than three years ago and have attempted fewer than 12 college credits.
Deadline: February 15th
In addition to requirements established for admission to the University, the College of Nursing and Health Professions requires high school chemistry and biology with labs. Admission to the baccalaureate program is highly selective; the process includes consideration of SAT scores, high school rank, academic record, and references.
Application Options
Listed below are links where you can apply online, print an application, or request a printed copy of the application.
Transfer Students -
External applicants who have attempted twelve semester hours of credit or more beyond the secondary school level. Matriculated USM students who have attempted 30 or more semester hours of credit or more beyond the secondary school level
Deadline: Jan 15th for Fall admission
Transfer admission into the nursing program is available on a limited basis according to the number of open seats. Admission is selective according to GPA and previous academic record. Transfer students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all prior college work and have met USM English and Math proficiencies in order to be considered. Transfer students are accepted for Fall semester only.
Based on coursework completed, students are accepted to a clinical cohort group for either the Portland or Lewiston campus. Clinical courses are offered twice a year in Portland and once a year at Lewiston.
A limited number of students may also be accepted to an unassigned clinical cohort group.
Please note that students must have the Hepatitis B immunization series completed before starting NUR 212/213. The series takes 4-6 months to complete. Please visit the health requirements http://www.usm.maine.edu/conhp/nursing/clinicalreqs.html
page for more information
FAQ for Transfer Students
FAQ for USM students who are interested in Nursing
INFORMATION SESSIONS:
An information session about transferring to the USM Nursing program will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at 4pm. Please call 207-228-8182 to reserve a space in this session.
Application Options
Listed below are links where you can apply online, print an application, or request a printed copy of the application.
In addition, transfer students must submit the
For questions or comments, please contact us.
updated 4/15/2011
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