Launch Your Nursing Career with Mercer’s Traditional BSN
Becoming a nurse is a calling that is answered by individuals who have a strong desire to care for others and make a difference in their lives. Mercer University’s Traditional Prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) track prepares you with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on clinical experience to succeed on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX) and start your career in nursing.
Prelicensure nursing programs are for students who do not have a nursing license and want to earn a BSN degree and qualify to sit for the NCLEX exam. Mercer’s Traditional Prelicensure BSN is a two-year track, and students will apply for admission to the College of Nursing and begin nursing school after completing core curriculum and prerequisite coursework. Learn more about admission requirements and prerequisites.
You may complete your classes on either Mercer’s Atlanta or Macon campus, and students will progress through a Traditional BSN curriculum that develops a strong foundation in nursing theory along with applied practical clinical experiences. Learn more about program requirements.
How to Earn your BSN with Mercer’s Traditional Prelicensure BSN Track
- Complete core curriculum and prerequisite coursework
- Apply to Mercer’s College of Nursing
- Complete the traditional prelicensure BSN program requirements, including coursework, labs, and practicum clinical experiences within two years
- Graduate prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX)
Your Mercer Traditional BSN program experience
In this track, students enter Mercer’s Georgia Baptist College of Nursing after completing prerequisite coursework and will follow the curriculum plan which includes didactic coursework, labs, and clinical experiences. Classes are taught by caring faculty and advanced practice experts who are dedicated to supporting you along your nursing journey and preparing you to provide the latest standards of care. At Mercer you will have the support you need to succeed in nursing school, build meaningful connections with your professors and peers, and graduate ready for the NCLEX.
Explore Traditional Prelicensure BSN courses
Traditional Prelicensure BSN students take courses such as:
- Fundamentals of Nursing Care
- Health Assessment
- Pharmacology
- Mental Health
- Nursing Research
- Leadership and Role Practicum
View the full program requirements and course descriptions to learn more.
Become a nurse with a BSN
Upon completion of the BSN degree, you will have the foundation and tools to sit for the NCLEX exam for licensure and continue your nursing education at the graduate level. In 2023, Mercer BSN graduates achieved a 90% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX.
Mercer BSN graduates have started their nursing careers in top hospitals in Georgia, including:
- Atrium Health Navicent
- Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
- Emory Healthcare
- Grady Health System
- Northside Hospital
- Piedmont Healthcare
- St. Joseph’s Candler
Learn more about our Traditional Prelicensure BSN
Ready to take the next step?
Contact the Office of Admissions at 678.547.6700 or nursingadmissions@mercer.edu to learn more.
I am originally from upstate New York and applied to over 20 colleges in the southeast, and I chose Mercer because of the outstanding welcome I received from faculty when I toured campus. I feel that Mercer strongly prepared me to become a nurse with the variety of clinical rotations and simulations that were consistently included in the program. Without Mercer's preparation, I don't know if I'd be where I am today.
Mercer will always have a special place in my heart because of the relationships I built while in the program. From professors to classmates, everyone wanted you to succeed. Nursing school can be overwhelming, but through the resources provided to me I was confident in my abilities to become a safe, efficient nurse.
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Professional licensure disclosure
All of Mercer’s programs that lead to licensure are designed to meet the educational requirements of regulatory authorities in the State of Georgia. If you intend to seek licensure or certification outside of Georgia, please review Mercer’s professional licensure disclosure for more information.
Find your purpose with Mercer
At Mercer we’re committed to helping you improve the lives of others through excellent standards of nursing care. Apply to the College of Nursing today to start your journey to become a nurse.