At UIndy, we don't just teach you to pass a test, we teach you to save lives and lead with compassion. Our nursing program goes beyond NCLEX preparation to build the soft skills and life-saving clinical skills that define exceptional nurses. By graduation, you'll be ready to walk into any care setting with both the technical expertise and the human connection your patients deserve.

Soft Skills

Great nursing isn't just about what you know, it's about how you show up. Our students learn to:

  • Be fully present at the bedside, building trust and comfort with every patient interaction
  • Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients across diverse backgrounds and circumstances
  • Use therapeutic touch and body language to provide comfort and ease anxiety
  • Advocate confidently for patients' needs within the healthcare system
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Adapt their approach when caring for patients in home and community settings

Life-Saving Skills

Confidence in a crisis comes from hands-on preparation. Our students graduate having practiced:

  • Running a code and leading emergency response
  • Administering life-saving medications and pushing IV meds
  • Performing CPR and managing airways
  • Conducting blood transfusions
  • Inserting feeding tubes and urinary catheters
  • Placing peripheral IVs
  • Performing sterile dressing changes

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Explore Undergraduate Nursing at UIndy

2 Tracks BSN and ABSN
92% 3-year average licensure exam pass rate
8:1 Clinical instructor-to-student ratio

BSN Track Options

We recognize that the path to nursing is not one-size-fits-all. Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program offers three distinct tracks to cater to where you are and where you want to go.

The Traditional BSN program is suited for first-time college students, and our online and on-campus Accelerated  BSN (ABSN) programs are designed to build on a prior completed bachelor’s degree in any field.

For students entering college for the first time, this four-year BSN program offers a comprehensive on-campus experience. You will balance a strong liberal arts foundation with intensive nursing coursework and faculty-supervised clinical rotations starting in your junior year.

Explore the Traditional BSN

  • ABSN Online Track
    Ideal for those who already hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, this fast-track program allows you to complete your coursework online. You will engage in two in-person on-campus skills weeks and complete local clinical placements as close to your home as is available and possible, allowing you to transition into nursing without relocating for a significant period of time.
  • ABSN In-Person Track
    If you prefer the energy of the classroom and have a previous degree, our on-campus ABSN provides intensive training in a traditional format. This track utilizes local Indiana placement sites and our campus residencies to prepare you for the workforce in as few as 15 months.

Clinical and Simulated Nursing Experience

The School of Nursing builds confidence and clinical expertise through real-world practice, preparing students for certification and high National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX) exam scores. Students practice imparting high-quality care in state-of-the-art clinical environments, from our on-campus simulation labs to the work environments of our local partners. With our 8:1 clinical ratio, your instructor is always nearby to provide real-time feedback and support—even for our online Nursing majors.

Ways Nursing Majors Get Involved

No matter your goals, our active hands-on service and leadership opportunities extend your nurse training beyond the classroom. Nursing majors at UIndy pair their learning with participation in student organizations, honor societies, and community health initiatives serving local populations.

Meet Nursing Faculty

Individualized mentorship is the norm at UIndy. Our bachelor’s in Nursing students actually experience an 8:1 ratio with clinical supervisors, ensuring your close contact with seasoned practitioners and dedicated nurse educators.

Minor in Primary Care

Lead the future of healthcare with a Minor in Primary Care. This specialized program prepares you for the rapidly growing field of community-based health, equipping you with advanced skills in chronic disease management, preventative health, and patient advocacy in outpatient settings. Gain a competitive edge to provide comprehensive care in rural clinics, urban health centers, and beyond—where patients need it most.

Admissions and Aid

Find specific information about each BSN degree program’s admissions requirements in their program details. Traditional BSN students can apply to UIndy as first-year students, but ABSN students must use a separate application.

Review more information on the University of Indianapolis’s admissions and financial aid pages.

Contact Bachelor’s in Nursing Programs at UIndy

Ready to take the next step toward one of UIndy’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs? Our staff is here to help you navigate the process and choose the path that is right for you.

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