Bachelor of Science in Nursing

One of Alabama’s Most Affordable BSN Programs

Quality Education for Careers that Matter

Complete your pre-licensure BSN at the University of West Alabama for a nursing education that is second to none. Benefit from small class sizes as you learn from top nursing experts and join a supportive, close-knit nursing student community.

At UWA, you’ll explore a rigorous curriculum that will prepare you to excel in any healthcare environment. You’ll study topics in mental health, nursing informatics, critical care and more. Complete hands-on clinicals and graduate ready for the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

Explore a curriculum driven by innovation and get involved on a campus that’s rich with diversity. With UWA, the strong academic foundation and career-ready skills your student needs for long-term success are within reach.

Hybrid Format

4 Years

ACEN-Accredited

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A Real-World BSN Curriculum Taught by Nursing Experts

At UWA, you’ll learn from experts in the field and gain valuable practice in providing care to patients with diverse needs. Complete 120-124 credit hours of study and hands-on clinicals to graduate in just four years – or even sooner with transfer credits.

Nursing Informatics

Learn to identify, analyze and communicate nursing data to support top-tier care as part of a healthcare team.

Community Public Health

Gain the expertise to meet the needs of high-risk populations and make progress toward public health goals.

Prep for Licensure

Learn what to expect from the NCLEX-RN. Study with your peers with guidance from expert faculty.

There’s Something About This Place

The University of West Alabama is a full-service university that provides many of the same offerings as big city schools, plus the comfort and familiarity of home. While you’re here, you’ll experience a sense of community and discover numerous ways to get involved. From service organizations and Greek life to honor societies and sports, our beautiful campus has something for everyone. Discover what’s in store for you on campus at UWA.

Pursue a Rewarding Nursing Career

Registered nurses (RN) earn a median of $63,090 per year in Alabama, with the top 10% of RNs earning $82,760 or more.1 Nationally, employment of RNs is projected to grow 6% by 2032.2

5 Largest Employers of Registered Nurses

  1. Hospitals
  2. Ambulatory Services
  3. Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
  4. Government
  5. Education Services

The University of West Alabama is located in the heart of Livingston on the Mississippi border of the state and offers career-focused academic programs on campus and online to students worldwide. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is recognized as one of the safest in the nation and has nature trails along with a 54-acre lake that’s stocked for fishing.

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Sources

  1. O*NET Online. “Alabama Wages: 29-1141.00 – Registered Nurses.” Retrieved Oct. 17, 2023 from https://www.onetonline.org/.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Registered Nurses.” Sept. 6, 2023. Retrieved Oct. 17, 2023 from https://bls.gov/.