Nursing major

The major in professional nursing, leading to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.)* degree, involves learning in the areas of nursing theory, case management, human dynamics, organizational development, family and community health. This interdisciplinary program takes a systems approach to the problems, principles and practices of today's complex health care system, incorporating conceptual and theoretical knowledge.

Study in this program exposes you to:

• The importance of developing knowledge and skills necessary for new nurse roles in community-based environments as well as institutional settings with the advent of managed care and integrated delivery systems.
• The practical application of skills and theories in the classroom and through a field-based research project.
• The evaluation of issues and concepts central to the practice of professional nursing through the perspectives of historical, cultural, biblical and ethical standards.

How to begin the application process

1. Attend a meeting with a program representative who will present information about the program and the application process.
2. Submit an application with a $25 fee to Eastern Mennonite University through the Adult Degree Completion Program Office.

Financial Aid

Students in the Adult Degree Completion Program are eligible to apply for federal financial aid. A complete financial aid packet is available from the program representative.

* You may earn a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree if you successfully complete intermediate-level foreign language requirements.