
The BSN programs offered in Iowa focus on two target groups: aspiring nurses preparing for initial licensure and existing nurses seeking to earn a bachelor’s degree. With a greater emphasis on increasingly well-trained and qualified nurses, there has been a marketplace shift favoring nurses with a bachelor’s degree. BSN graduates thus gain enhanced stature in the registered nursing community.
BSN programs in Iowa typically last four to five years, with an emphasis on research and leadership that complements a candidate’s development of clinical knowledge and skill. Notable Iowa colleges and universities offering BSN programs include Allen College, University of Iowa, and Northwestern College. BSN candidates must pass the NCLEX-RN national examination to gain licensure after their studies.
Individuals interested in a nursing career can refer to our comprehensive list below of Iowa schools with state-approved BSN programs.