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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this program accredited?
Yes, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, the North Carolina Board of Nursing, and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Q: How long will it take to complete the BSN program?
The program is four years, beginning with two years of general education requirements and ending with four semesters of nursing courses.
Q: What are the admission requirements?
Admission requirements include:
- ACT composite score of 21 or SAT Critical Reading score of 480 and SAT Math score of 440
- High school or college level: Algebra I (Math I), Algebra II (Math II), Geometry (Math III), Biology, and Chemistry with a grade of C or better
- Essay: Prompt related to critical thinking and prompt related to “why I want to become a registered nurse”
- References attesting to professional and academic ability
Q: Am I eligible for financial aid?
This will depend on your individual circumstances. A large percentage of our students receive aid, which includes a mix of scholarships, loans, grants, work/study, institutional gift aid and federal financial aid. Our dedicated financial aid team will work with you individually to find all aid for which you are eligible.
Q: What are the clinical experiences like?
Clinical experiences will be conducted in a variety of acute care and outpatient facilities. Supervised clinical experiences begin very early in the program and will allow you to work with clinical faculty and staff nurses to provide high-quality care for patients. The final semester will include a practicum experience designed to allow you to work with a nurse preceptor to manage care for a group of patients.
Q. Will there be opportunities to learn more about nursing before I enter nursing courses?
Yes, look for Cabarrus College Association of Nursing Students (CCANS) events. These events will allow you to learn from and network with nursing students while participating in fun activities and community service projects.
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“One thing that sold me when visiting Cabarrus College was the close-knit environment. Immediately I felt like I was at home, and I knew that this was the perfect fit for me. The faculty are all amazing and they truly care about you as an individual, not just as their student or another number. They want to see you succeed and will do whatever it takes to help get you there as long as you put in the same effort in return. I feel that the Cabarrus College nursing program not only prepares you academically as a nurse, but also professionally for the workforce. I felt confident stepping into my new role as a nurse when I was hired straight out of nursing school.”
Kathryn McRae, RN, BSN, ’22
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences has been educating compassionate, highly skilled and sought-after nurses since 1942. The college and our four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program are supported by and affiliated with Atrium Health, one of the country’s largest healthcare systems.
Our program offers an immersive nursing education on a hospital-based campus, a supportive, student-centered culture, and unrivaled hands-on clinical experience. Cabarrus College nursing graduates are respected in the industry and quickly (often before graduation) find jobs that offer financial and career security, flexibility and opportunities for advancement.
- Traditional four-year nursing degree
- Direct admission into nursing program; move seamlessly into nursing curriculum after completing general education requirements
- Immersive learning on an Atrium Health hospital-based campus
- College student-to-faculty of 7:1 allows small class sizes for individualized instruction
- Extensive, hands-on clinical experience starts in semester five (first semester of the nursing program); allows you to apply concepts you learn in class right away
- Additional skills practice in high-tech simulation labs on campus and at Atrium Health
- Affordable: generous scholarships, financial aid and loans are available
- Affiliated with Atrium Health:
— Preferred access to Atrium Health clinical sites
— Learn from the region’s most experienced healthcare professionals
— Access to leading-edge technology
— Pipeline to jobs in one of the country’s largest healthcare systems
97%
of our students pass licensure and certification, far exceeding state and national averages.*
96%
are employed within six months of graduation.*
*Based on 2023 collegewide data.
“Spending clinical time in Atrium Health hospitals meant many managers were familiar with who I was, and they already knew my work ethic. Without Cabarrus College, I would not have landed my dream job right out of school! A professor’s connection with a former graduate that worked in my desired specialty is what gained me access to shadow on the unit and meet the nurse manager. From there, I got an interview and had a job offer 3 months before I graduated. I truly wouldn’t be where I am today in my career without Cabarrus College!”
Kaitlyn Huff, RNC-NIC, BSN, ’22
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Jenny Loden, RN, BSN, ’22
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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“My experience as a nursing student was great from the beginning to graduation! The individualized attention and help from the faculty were extremely beneficial and made you feel supported and cared for as a student. I feel the education received has prepared me to have the key competencies to excel as a leader and a public advocate for my patients and profession.”
“Size matters. I wanted a school where I wasn’t just another number. Cabarrus College really does have the room to care about you individually. From the receptionist’s smiling face at the front desk to each and every instructor, they really get to know you. Instructors often times give almost instantaneous replies outside of classroom hours and I feel as though anyone of the faculty is just an email or phone call away. I can’t tell you how many times my advisor has checked in on me…and offered assistance in any way she can. Cabarrus College can offer individualized support to help you achieve your dreams.”
Andrea Mosconi, RN, BSN, ’23
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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