Welcome to Mercer University’s College of Nursing
The mission of Georgia Baptist College of Nursing is to excel in teaching, scholarship, leadership, practice, research, and service, while embracing the core values of the College. The College remains vibrant as we continue the cultivation of new knowledge leading to a multitude of degree opportunities.
Academic Programs
Mercer University’s Georgia Baptist College of Nursing prepares its students for lifelong careers in nursing. Whether you’re entering the field, adding a specialty, or advancing in the profession, we have a degree program that’s right for you.
Coming Fall 2025 – BSN in Macon
Mercer’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) will be offered on the Macon campus beginning in Fall 2025. The BSN in Macon will also be available to transfer students.
FALL 2025 APPLICATIONS
HOW TO APPLY
Fall 2025 applications for the traditional prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (Ph.D.) are open! Learn more about all Nursing program admissions requirements, deadlines, and how to apply.
Admissions
The Georgia Baptist College of Nursing offers degree programs to meet a variety of educational and professional goals. Apply now to start the process of turning your career dream into a reality.
College of Nursing
Latest News and Features
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Leadership experiences at Mercer shaped direction of alumnus’s nursing career
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Professor recognizes nurses’ voices in the world and makes sure they’re heard
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Nursing alumna creates holistic education resources for nurse practitioner students
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College of Nursing student selected as Jonas Scholar
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Mercer to confer degrees to more than 2,200 graduates at five commencements in May
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Dr. Tammy Barbé appointed dean of College of Nursing
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Board celebrates Aspire campaign, approves nursing program and elects new trustees
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Mercer alumna receives DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
Service
Mercer On Mission team provides health care to nearly 1,000 people in India
Discovery and Innovation
Meditation may reduce risk of diabetes complications, Mercer study finds
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Nursing student wins award for book about Black men who became first U.S. paramedics
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Mercer to confer degrees to more than 2,300 graduates at five commencements in May
Faculty and Staff
Meet the team of skilled professionals who educate and train our next generation of nurses.
Get Involved
Student and Alumni Services
Student Life
Learn more about ways to get involved on campus and become active in the community.
Alumni
Your nursing degree is just the beginning of a lifelong connection to Mercer.