Nursing, LPN to BSN Major

Associate Dean: Dr. Billie Madler

Degree Type: Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Infused with Christian, Catholic, Benedictine values, the LPN to BSN program at the University of Mary emphasizes the importance of service and community both in work and personal life. Recognizing the practicing nurse’s competency and to help lessen scheduling conflicts, the LPN to BSN program at the University of Mary uses a blended learning format to eliminate the need for students to attend daily classes. Students are required to attend up to 26 days over the course of the program of study for on-campus sessions for simulations, presentations, oral/written exams, and directed clinical experiences. All reasonable attempts will be made to place students in nursing practice rotations in their preferred geographical area. Depending on the respective state board of nursing regulations and healthcare organization affiliation agreements, students’ preferred healthcare organization may not be an option. In this case, nursing practice hours can be completed in Bismarck in a manner that works best for the student.

Admission Policy LPN to BSN

Applications are accepted year round with an annual Fall semester program start. 

Requirements for acceptance into the Nursing Division are:

• A current, U.S. issued license in good standing as a certificate, diploma, or associate degree LPN. Students must have had 1000 hours of direct patient care within the last two years OR have graduated in the last 6 months.

• Completed Nursing Application

• Two professional recommendations

• Cumulative GPA of a 2.75 or greater and a Nursing GPA of 3.0 or greater

• A passing score on an ATI  TEAS Entrance Exam (Minimum level for admission  accepted is “proficient”)

• Criminal background check (completed annually)

• Signed BSN disclosure

• Completed Physical and Mental Requirements form

• Grade of “C” or higher in each of the following nursing prerequisite courses and an official transcript for transferred credits. Classes older than 5 years will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

• Applicants must meet all deadlines set by the University of Mary and be in good standing with prior institutions. 

• TOEFL requirement if applicable

• An individual with a disability is considered for admission based on his/her ability to meet the curriculum requirements. No otherwise qualified person shall be, solely by reason of a disabililty, exluded from participation in the program (American Disabilities Act of 1990). Students must verify that they meet the Physical & Mental Requirements to Provide Safe Patient Care for Students, Faculty, and Preceptors.