Outcomes

A nursing degree opens up numerous career opportunities for graduates. They can work as registered nurses (RNs) in hospitals, clinics or long-term care facilities, providing direct patient care and assisting with medical treatments. 

Others may specialize in areas such as pediatrics, oncology, or critical care, focusing on specific patient populations or medical conditions. Some graduates pursue roles in community health, working in schools, public health departments or nonprofit organizations to promote wellness and prevent disease.

Career Outlook

  • Average Salary: $70,000
  • Job Postings: 43,777

Average salary is based on an entry registered nurse staff position from Salary.com. Job posting data is for registered nurse positions and is provided by Lightcast. This number represents unique job postings from companies looking to hire in the last 30 days as of May 2024.

Courses

Core Courses

The following courses must be completed before admission into the USF School of Nursing.

Science Requirements (must earn a minimum of a C-)

Pre-nursing Requirements (must earn a minimum of a B-)

NUR323

Applied Pathophysiology

(4.0 s.h)

NUR305

Cultural, Spiritual, and Ethical Dimensions of Holistic Care

(3.0 s.h)

NUR354

Evidence-Based Nursing Practice

(3.0 s.h)

NUR231

Fundamentals of Nursing

(5.0 s.h)

NUR333

Gerontological Nursing

(2.0 s.h)

NUR220

Health Promotion & Disease Prevention

(3.0 s.h)
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Supporting Courses

There are required supporting courses for the nursing major. These courses are in addition to the Liberal Arts Core. A minimum grade of C- is required in the following required supporting courses:

BIO302

Biology of Microorganisms

(4.0 s.h)

PSY201

General Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

BIO314

Human Anatomy

(4.0 s.h)

PSY211

Human Development

(3.0 s.h)

BIO315

Human Physiology

(4.0 s.h)

CHE122

Intro to Organic & Biochemistry

(4.0 s.h)
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Traditional Nursing Degree Plan

Traditional Nursing Application Process

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