Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

The Valley Foundation School of Nursing has taught me about the beauty and compassion in nursing. I’m grateful for all the opportunities that the program has given me, and I will apply everything that I learned into the clinical setting to positively impact the wellbeing of patients and healthcare workers." 

Anh Truong, BSN Class of 2024


 

About the BSN Program

student nurse with stethoscope The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program is an in person, full-time program for candidates new to nursing.  

The program prepares individuals for professional nursing practice in a variety of institutional and community settings, as well as for graduate study and roles as nurse leaders.

Extended campus facilities include a wide variety of community healthcare agencies for clinical experience. The School of Nursing has integrated extensive simulation labs which provide an enhanced learning experience.

Degree Requirements

Degree requirements (including additional details about; the program’s offerings, outcomes, recruitment and admission policies, grading policies, degree/certificate completion requirements, tuition, and fees) can be found in the university's catalog.

The BSN Roadmap (AY 24-25) outlines prerequisites, classes in the program and their order, and requirements to graduate.

 

BSN Admission Requirements

Review the requirements to apply to the BSN program.

BSN Information Sessions

Learn about the BSN program prior to applying.

BSN FAQs

Read frequently asked questions for the BSN program.

Announcements and Current Events

The Spring 2025 BSN Application will open in August 2024 for current SJSU students and prior-baccalaureate students. Review How to Apply here.