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Nursing
Our B.S. Nursing graduates are prepared for career advancement and expanded access to over 100 specialty-nursing roles.
Nurses pursue challenging and rewarding careers that offer incredible growth opportunities. At Southwestern Adventist University’s Department of Nursing, we prepare you to become the best leader possible within the healthcare field.
What sets us apart
- Small classes taught by dedicated professors
- Personalized mentoring from nursing professionals
- Hands-on learning in top hospitals across the DFW Metroplex
We lead in helping our students develop comprehensive patient assessment skills and clinical judgment. This means you will enter the profession prepared to engage with co-workers, embrace change, and optimize patient outcomes by addressing all aspects of health.
The SWAU Nursing Department
Visit our Nursing Department page to learn more about each program offered, current research and projects, the dedicated nursing faculty, and much more.
View Nursing Admission Requirements
SWAU Nursing Rankings
SWAU nursing graduates exhibit NCLEX pass rates above the national average, which open doors for successful careers in leading organizations.
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Average class size
93%
2023 Next Gen NCLEX pass rate
100%
Job placement post-graduation
Chioma Nwaohuocha
“My experience at SWAU was definitely like no other. Before even getting into nursing school, I was told how challenging and difficult it would be, which was absolutely correct. The support network within the SWAU nursing program set them apart from other nursing programs.
I appreciate the professors that always kept their doors open for me and would stay extra hours to help make sure I understood the content. I appreciated the ones that would sit with me and check in to make sure I was doing okay overall. I deeply appreciated the prayers—I knew they were genuine and came from the heart.”
Class of 2020
Chioma Nwaohuocha
“My experience at SWAU was definitely like no other. Before even getting into nursing school, I was told how challenging and difficult it would be, which was absolutely correct. The support network within the SWAU nursing program set them apart from other nursing programs.
I appreciate the professors that always kept their doors open for me and would stay extra hours to help make sure I understood the content. I appreciated the ones that would sit with me and check in to make sure I was doing okay overall. I deeply appreciated the prayers—I knew they were genuine and came from the heart.”
Already a Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.)?
With a current L.V.N. license and at least one year of work experience in a hospital or long-term care facility as an L.V.N., credit will be granted for the following upon successful completion of at least 12 credit hours at Southwestern Adventist University: Fundamentals of Nursing (6 credits) and Medical Surgical I Clinical (2 credits).
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Already a Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.)?
With a current L.V.N. license and at least one year of work experience in a hospital or long-term care facility as an L.V.N., credit will be granted for the following upon successful completion of at least 12 credit hours at Southwestern Adventist University: Fundamentals of Nursing (6 credits) and Medical Surgical I Clinical (2 credits).
Online RN to BSN program
Our R.N. to B.S. in Nursing program is designed for R.N.s who want to grow their expertise and meet today’s industry standards.
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Online RN to BSN program
Our R.N. to B.S. in Nursing program is designed for R.N.s who want to grow their expertise and meet today’s industry standards.
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Are you interested in a nursing career? Start your journey today!
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The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Southwestern Adventist University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
The nursing program is fully approved by the Texas Board of Nursing, George H. W. Bush State Office Building, 1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 10-200, Austin, TX 78701, 512-305-7400.