Nursing, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Sample Plan for New Students
The sample shows a typical plan to complete the degree based on current degree requirements and course offerings, and is not the only possible plan. The number of credits for each course is in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites, and the order of courses in the sample plan accounts for these. Each new student, in consultation with their advisor, will complete a personal academic plan tailored to their specific goals and interests.
- Semester Degree Plan (for students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond)
- Quarter Degree Plan (for students who enroll prior to Summer 2027)
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Program of study is listed as proposed to WABON, and currently subject to their review and approval.
Nursing programs of study may change periodically to address state regulations, national accreditation, professional standards, licensing and certification requirements, and quality improvements to the curriculum. All nursing courses begin with prefix NURS.
Degree Requirements
- Minimum Total Credits: 120 semester credits or 180 quarter credits
- Credits in Major: 87 semester credits or 125 quarter credits
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
Semester-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 1000: Signature Seminar (3) | UCOR Stage I (3) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Stage I (3) | PSYC 1200: Intro to Psychology (3) |
| Course 3 | CHEM 1200: Intro to Chemistry (A/7WKs) (2) | BIOL 2100: Principles of Microbiology (4) |
| Course 4 | BIOL 1100: Intro to Cell Bio (B/7WKs) (2) | BIOL 2200: Anatomy & Physiology I (4) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | MATH 1210: Stats for Life Sciences (3) |
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 3 | BIOL 2210: Anatomy & Physiology II (4) | NURS 3205: Pathophysiology (3) |
| Course 4 | NURS 3705: Nutrition for Health Promotion (2) | NURS 2520: Professional Pathway I: Foundations for Nursing Practice (3) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | NURS 3405: Health Assessment and Interventions (3) |
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Stage III (3) | UCOR Stage III (3) |
| Course 2 | NURS 3305: Introduction to Pharmacology (3) | NURS 3XXX: Professional Pathway III: Leadership and Ethics (3) |
| Course 3 | NURS 3520: Professional Pathway II: Research for Evidence-Based Practice (3) | NURS 4390: Med-Surg II: Promoting the Health of Adults - Theory (3) |
| Course 4 | NURS 3190: Med-Surg I: Promoting the Health of Older Adults - Theory (3) | NURS 4391: Med-Surg II: Promoting the Health of Adults - Clinical (2.5) |
| Course 5 | NURS 3191: Med-Surg I: Promoting the Health of Older Adults - Clinical (2) | NURS 3390: Promoting Mental Health - Theory (3) |
| Course 6 | NURS 3391: Promoting Mental Health - Clinical (2.5) |
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 2920: Healthcare Ethics (3) | NURS 4520: Professional Pathway V: Integration and Transition (3) |
| Course 2 | NURS 4XXX: Professional Pathway IV: Clinical Judgement in Complex Care (3) | NURS 4791: Senior Practicum (3.5) |
| Course 3 | NURS 3590: Promoting Reproductive Health - Theory (3) | NURS 4590: Promoting the Health of Populations and Communities - Theory (3) |
| Course 4 | NURS 3591: Promoting Reproductive Health - Clinical (2.5) | NURS 4591: Promoting the Health of Populations and Communities - Clinical (2.5) |
| Course 5 | NURS 4190: Promoting the Health of Children and Families - Theory (3) | |
| Course 6 | NURS 4191: Promoting the Health of Children and Families - Clinical (2.5) |
University Core Requirements
Prospective students can preview the semester-based University Core by reviewing the University Core Stages Visual Plan (PDF) or explore the current University Core curriculum at seattleu.edu/core.
Curriculum Notes
- Major prerequisite courses for all BSN nursing students must be completed before the nursing course sequence begins (Spring semester of sophomore year).
- Students must earn a C (2.0) or better in all nursing and prerequisite courses.
- Students are expected to be available the first day of the term through the last day of finals week.
- Clinical placements will be made by the undergraduate clinical placement team.
- Your program of study may vary due to prior educational experience or individual goals. The example assumes you have completed no degree requirements.
- UCOR 3300 is satisfied by NURS 4520.
- For complete information on course, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
- Program of study is listed as proposed to WABON, and currently subject to their review and approval.
- Nursing programs of study may change periodically to address state regulations, national accreditation, professional standards, licensing and certification requirements, and quality improvements to the curriculum. All nursing courses begin with prefix NURS.
Plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email College of Nursing Advising at CONAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the
- Level up your skills at the
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for
- Search the expansive network of .
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for .
- Create something at the .
Quarter-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll prior to Summer 2027
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
*PSYC 1200 – Introduction to Psychology (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | *MATH 1026 – Advanced Algebra and Functions (5) OR Higher | *BIOL 2200 – Anatomy & Physiology I + Lab (4+1) |
| Course 3 | *CHEM 1200 – Chemistry of Life (5) | *BIOL 1100 – Principles of Cell & Molecular Biology (5) | *BIOL 2100 – Principles of Microbiology + Lab (4+1) |
*Prerequisite course(s) used in calculating your nursing major pre-requisite GPA
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *BIOL 2210 – Anatomy & Physiology II + Lab (4+1) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 2 | *NURS 2520 – Health Care in the 21st Century (3) | NURS 3405 – Health Assessment & Interventions (5) | NURS 3305 – Introduction to Pharmacology (5) |
| Course 3 | *NURS 3705 – Nutrition for Health Promotion (2) | NURS 3205 – Pathophysiology (5) | NURS 3190 – Promoting Health of Older Adults - Theory (2) |
| Course 4 | *PSYC 3220 – Growth & Development (5) | NURS 3191 - Promoting Health of Older Adults - Clinical (3) |
*Prerequisite course(s) used in calculating your nursing major pre-requisite GPA
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | NURS 3520 – Statistics & Research for Evidence-Based Practice (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 2 | NURS 4401 – Population Health Internship I (1) | NURS 4402 – Population Health Internship II (1) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 3 | NURS 3390 – Promoting Mental Health - Theory OR NURS 3590 – Promoting Reproductive Health - Theory (5) | NURS 3390 – Promoting Mental Health - Theory OR NURS 3590 – Promoting Reproductive Health - Theory (5) | NURS 4403 – Population Health Internship III (1) |
| Course 4 | NURS 3391 - Promoting Mental Health – Clinical OR NURS 3591 – Promoting Reproductive Health - Clinical (5) | NURS 3391 – Promoting Mental Health - Clinical OR NURS 3591 – Promoting Reproductive Health - Clinical (5) | NURS 4590 – Promoting Health of Populations & Communities - Theory (4) |
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | NURS 4520 – Senior Synthesis: Leadership for Health Equity (5) |
| Course 2 | NURS 4190 – Promoting Health of Children & Families -Theory OR NURS 4390 – Promoting Health of Adults - Theory (5) |
NURS 4190 – Promoting Health of Children & Families - Theory OR NURS 4390 – Promoting Health of Adults - Theory (5) |
NURS 4790 – Transition to Professional Practice (2) |
| Course 3 | NURS 4191 – Promoting Health of Children & Families - Clinical OR NURS 4391– Promoting Health of Adults - Clinical (5) |
NURS 4191 – Promoting Health of Children & Families - Clinical OR NURS 4391 – Promoting Health of Adults - Clinical (5) |
NURS 4791 – Senior Practicum (6) |
University Core Requirements
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression and Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations (pre-req to UCOR 3100)
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person (pre-req to UCOR 2920)
- UCOR 2920 Ethical Reasoning (Health Care Ethics)
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities & Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges or
UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Major prerequisite courses for all BSN nursing students must be completed before the nursing course sequence begins (Winter quarter of sophomore year).
- Students must earn a C (2.0) or better in all nursing and prerequisite courses.
- Students are expected to be available the first day of the quarter through the last day of finals week.
- Clinical placements will be made by the undergraduate clinical placement team.
- Your program of study may vary due to prior educational experience or individual goals. The example assumes you have completed no degree requirements.
- For complete information on course, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use My91视频U Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email College of Nursing Advising at CONAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the
- Level up your skills at the
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for
- Search the expansive network of .
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for .
- Create something at the .