Nursing (BSN)
Whether pre-licensure or RN-to-BSN, take your career to the next level at East Texas A&M and position yourself to provide the best care for patients.
Help Others. Become a Nurse.
Are you compassionate and enjoy helping others? Our undergraduate nursing program provides opportunities to integrate your people skills with a broad scientific foundation. Our program track for pre-licensure BSN is ranked #15 according to the Nurses School Almanac. Our RN-to-BSN track builds the foundation for graduate study. Take the step toward becoming a professional nurse today at East Texas A&M.
Application Deadlines
Pre-Licensure BSN
- Spring term applications will open on August 1 and close on September 15.
- Fall term applications will open on April 1 and close on May 15.
- We accept the TEAS exam only.
- To submit your application, use the Nursing Centralized Application System.
RN-to-BSN
- There is no cost to apply. Applications are continually accepted. Apply anytime!
- Apply today for admission to our RN-to-BSN program and East Texas A&M in one application!
Required Background Check
Background checks are required to protect and promote the welfare of the people of Texas by ensuring each person holding a nursing license is competent to practice safely. To achieve this, the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON) requires that newly admitted nursing students complete fingerprinting and a criminal background check to gain clearance prior to enrollment.
An individual enrolled or planning to enroll in East Texas A&M University Department of Nursing who has reason to believe he or she may be ineligible for the RN License may petition the Texas Board of Nursing for a declaratory order as to the person’s eligibility. Neither the University nor its faculty can answer this question for a person. The Texas Board of Nursing Declaratory Order Petition form can be found here. TBON may be reached at: 333 Guadalupe #3-460, Austin, TX 78701, (512) 305-7400.
Is this Program a Good Fit for You?
Nursing students are typically interested in:
- Preparation for registered nurse exam
- Further graduate study
See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Nursing
#15 Pre-Licensure BSN Program in Texas
Our Pre-Licensure BSN Program in Texas has been ranked #15 according to the Nursing Almanac for 2024.
Nationally Accredited Program
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at East Texas A&M is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Hands-on Experience
Gain real-world skills as part of clinical practice experiences that are embedded throughout the program.
Dynamic Faculty
Work side-by-side with our highly-trained and knowledgeable faculty.
Career Readiness
Develop a program plan and establish career goals with an advisor in the CoEHS Mentor Center.
Tracks to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
We offer two tracks to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing:
Pre-Licensure BSN
Don’t have your RN license yet? Our pre-licensure BSN program will help you prepare to become a nurse and enter the medical field with your bachelor’s degree.
RN-to-BSN
The RN-to-BSN program is for students who currently hold or will test for an RN license soon. This fully online track gives you the flexibility you need as a working professional. You can complete your local community college’s core curriculum and nursing support courses before transferring to our BSN program. If you are still working toward your RN license, you can take classes required for our RN-to-BSN program.
Our coursework is designed to meet the Texas Board of Nursing Differentiated Competencies for a BSN and expand your knowledge and skills. As part of this program, you will focus on community, leadership and management, research, ethics, genetics, policy, informatics, older adults, and quality and safety.
Apply today for admission to our RN-to-BSN program and East Texas A&M University in one application!
There is no cost to apply. Applications are continually accepted. Apply anytime!
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
A degree in nursing offers the opportunity to:
- Develop communication skills for interpreting nursing actions, explaining treatment plans and writing reports
- Gain knowledge and experience to promote quality of life from birth to death
- Learn to apply steps and concepts that set the foundation for sound decision making
What You Will Learn
Our program includes a liberal arts foundation which prepares students to be broadly educated citizens capable of critical thinking. After graduating you can take on positions in a wide range of fields or continue developing your expertise through our master's program.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Emphases
- Pre-Licensure option
- Registered Nurse option
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
- Nursing support courses including microbiology, lifespan development and statistics.
Featured Courses
Course Delivery and Resources
Our programs cover different facets of nursing so you can explore a variety of career options and identify your ideal role. More advanced skills are taught through high fidelity simulation laboratory experiences as well as faculty-planned learning experiences in clinical facilities.
Student Organizations
Student Nurses Association
East Texas A&M proudly hosts the Student Nurses Association. This organization is designed to foster integrity, professionalism and growth of its members. The group encourages interactions between peers and professionals in the nursing world. Joining a student organization opens doors for networking, scholarship and grant opportunities, and more.
For more information, contact [email protected].
Undergraduate Program Costs
Program Costs
Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.
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Contact Us
- Department of Nursing
- 903.886.5315
- 903.886.5729
- [email protected]
- 2210 Highway 24
- Commerce, TX 75429
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011
