Pre-Nursing BSN
Pre-Nursing to RN
HBCU BSN pathway
Ready to become a nurse? Start with Pre-Nursing, find BSN programs at historically Black colleges and universities, and get help planning your prerequisites and applications.
- Timeline
- 4 years
- State
- All states
- Programs
- 31
A clear path to BSN
A path gets you ready to apply to BSN programs and helps you submit a strong application. Each program makes its own admission decision.
There's a lot to figure out before applying to nursing school. We'll help you understand the requirements, build your list of schools, and keep track of what you need to do.
How it works
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Complete your Pre-Nursing program
Earn your Pre-Nursing credential in 6 to 10 weeks. You can start working in patient care right away, earn while you prepare, and bring real patient care experience to your BSN application.
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Meet the BSN prerequisites
We help you plan and finish what BSN programs ask for, like Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology I and Microbiology.
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Apply with your checklist
Each BSN program you pick gets an application checklist in your portal, so you know what is done and what is next. Each program makes its own admission decision.
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Start your BSN program
Begin your BSN program with your Pre-Nursing experience behind you. Most students finish this path in 4 years.
BSN prerequisites 55
What BSN programs ask for, from the 871 programs we checked. Every program sets its own list.
College courses
22
Entrance exams
9
Certifications
5
Health and background checks
7
Application basics
10
Experience
2
BSN programs 31
This path helps you prepare a strong application. Each program makes its own admission decision.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Albany, Georgia
- Application deadline
- Jun 1, 2027
- Prerequisites
- 13
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Alcorn State, Mississippi
- Application deadline
- Confirm with school
- Prerequisites
- 5
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Daytona Beach, Florida
- Application deadline
- Confirm with school
- Prerequisites
- 12
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bluefield, West Virginia
- Application deadline
- Confirm with school
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bowie, Maryland
- Next start
- Fall
- Prerequisites
- 19
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Orangeburg, South Carolina
- Application deadline
- Confirm with school
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Baltimore, Maryland
- Application deadline
- Mar 1, 2027
- Prerequisites
- 17
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Dover, Delaware
- Application deadline
- Confirm with school
- Prerequisites
- 6
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Common questions
Does Pre-Nursing count as college credit?
No. Pre-Nursing gets you ready for your prerequisite courses and the TEAS, but you'll still take the college courses your schools require. We'll show you which ones you can cover with a CLEP exam and which ones need a class.
How long does Pre-Nursing take?
Most students finish in about 6 to 10 weeks. It's about 36 hours of learning, you go at your own pace, and you have six months of access.
Which schools are on this path?
BSN programs at historically Black colleges and universities, the schools federally designated as HBCUs. You'll see the ones near you and what each one asks for.
Should I choose an ADN or a BSN?
A BSN takes longer, but many hospitals prefer it, and it's often required for leadership and graduate roles. If you'd rather start working sooner, take a look at our ADN paths.
How do I find the right schools?
Choose your state or enter your ZIP code, and we'll show you programs near you with their requirements side by side, so you can pick the ones that fit your goals and apply with confidence.
Is admission guaranteed?
No. Each school makes its own admission decisions. This path helps you meet the requirements and put together a strong application.
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