Explore Nursing at Missouri State

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Help heal the community

Prepare for your nursing career

Whether you’re beginning your journey or ready to fast-track into nursing, our undergraduate programs prepare you to make a lasting impact in health care.

Why choose Missouri State?

Your success is our focus

Employment

100%

Job placement rate of Missouri State BSN graduates.
NCLEX Pass Rate

96%

First-time pass rate for BSN students on the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX). The national average is 89 percent. This exam helps you become a registered nurse (RN).
Annual job growth

194,000+

Annual projected job openings for registered nurses over the next decade.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Facilities and resources

1,700+

learners served through our state-of-the-art simulation lab.
Explore facilities and resources.
Financial aid and scholarships

70%+

of bachelor’s students receive financial aid.

Chart your course

Just starting out or coming back to school? Our expert faculty and professional advisors will help you plan a path to meet your career goals.

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Build a foundation in nursing through classroom and clinical experience.
  • Who it’s for: First-time students and transfer students pursuing pre-licensure nursing.
  • Format: On-campus program with clinical placements in regional health systems.
  • Outcomes: Build a strong foundation for the NCLEX exam and your nursing career.
Application deadlines:
  • Fall 2026 - Jan. 31, 2026
  • Spring 2027 - June 30, 2026
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Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Take the fast track to nursing with a 15-month program designed for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree.
  • Who it’s for: Students with a previous non-nursing bachelor’s degree.
  • Program length and format: 15 months, on campus.
  • Outcomes: Complete a focused, hands-on curriculum that prepares you for the NCLEX exam.
Application deadlines: 
  • Fall 2026 - Jan. 31, 2026
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PARTNERSHIPS THAT PAY

EARN AS YOU LEARN

Students earn clinical hours and a paycheck through Earn as You Learn with Mercy. This new program is designed to be a win-win for MSU students and Mercy.

Mercy staff invest in the next generation of nurses, work alongside them, explain procedures and expectations, and train them on necessary skills. Meanwhile, students earn a paycheck and clinical hours while gaining confidence that they’ll be ready to transition from student to RN when the time comes.

Additionally, CoxHealth offers an externship in the senior semester to help nursing students gain experience in the field. 

It's time to make a difference

Are you called to a career in nursing? We're here to fully prepare you for your future. Don't just take our word for it. Hear from our students first-hand.

Take the next step toward your nursing career

Ready to join Missouri State’s community of caring, confident nurses? Request more information or contact us to learn more, or begin the application process today.

 

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Location
Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall, Suite 200, 609 E Cherry Street
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