Prerequisite Courses
Your path to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree starts by completing 58 or more prerequisite credits. These courses are essential foundation for your nursing curriculum. Some/much of this foundation may already be satisfied if you are applying for:
Accelerated BSN Program — and thus already have a bachelor's degree in another field.
RN to BSN Program — and thus are already a registered nurse with an associate degree or diploma in nursing.
Please note: Prerequisite courses are NOT offered by UNMC. You may take them through the University of Nebraska (on campus or online/distance) or from any accredited community college, 4-year college or university.
BSN Prerequisite Courses
To be completed before starting the BSN nursing curriculum.
| Total prerequisites | 58 |
| BSN prerequisites | Credits |
| English Composition I and II | 6 |
| Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Human Growth & Development * | 3 |
| Chemistry * | 4 |
| College Algebra * | 3 |
| Statistics * | 3 |
| Anatomy & Physiology I and II OR Human Anatomy & Human Physiology * |
8 |
| Ethics | 3 |
| Microbiology * | 4 |
| Nutrition * | 3 |
| Complete one course for each category below: | |
| Humanities | 3 |
| Culture / Race / Ethnicity / Gender | 3 |
| Family / Human Behavior | 3 |
| Political Science / Social Organization | 3 |
| Free Electives | 3 |
*Courses must be completed within 7 years prior to starting the program
Additional Requirements
To apply, an applicant must attain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above (4.0 scale) for prerequisite courses.
A minimum grade of C is required in each prerequisite course.
Designated prerequisite courses marked with an asterisk must be completed within 7 years of beginning the program.
An active CNA certification is required prior to starting the program. It is recommended students work as a CNA, but it is not required. If you have your CNA certification at the time of application, please list in the Supporting Information category.
To apply, an applicant must attain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above (4.0 scale) for prerequisite courses.
A minimum grade of C is required in each prerequisite course.
Designated prerequisite courses marked with an asterisk must be completed within 7 years of beginning the program.
This policy does not apply to an applicant to the RN to BSN program who has been working in nursing or enrolled in a nursing program for the previous year prior to starting the program. Please read policy for details.