BS in Nursing (BSN)
Minnesota State University Moorhead’s nursing program meets the region’s high demand for nursing professionals. We offer an on campus Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Frequently asked questions about MSUM’s BSN program.
MSUM Nursing faculty are doctorally prepared, specialty credentialed, and experienced nurse educators. They are accessible and accommodating and will work with you to ensure you receive the best education possible to advance your nursing practice.
MSUM’s BS in Nursing is designed as an 8-semester program. After completing prerequisite courses and upon acceptance into the nursing program nursing students will progress year round (Fall, Spring and Summer).
For more than 40 years, MSUM has been educating future nurses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. MSUM is recognized as one of the most affordable, high-quality, and long-standing programs in the country, and often receives accolades as a best nursing program by Nursing Degrees.
Fargo-Moorhead is an epicenter of high-quality, integrated health systems that serve the region with outstanding patient care. MSUM enjoys excellent, long-term relationships with all of our community partners.
A study abroad experience will elevate your personal and professional growth by experiencing different populations, environments and health systems, which is not something that can be learned from a book or a class.
MSUM’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program integrates holistic nursing principles throughout the entire nursing curriculum. Holistic nurses nurture wholeness, peace and healing by valuing each person’s physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and environmental strengths and challenges, and honoring each person’s values, health beliefs and health experience (American Holistic Nurses Association [AHNA], 2019). MSUM will seek endorsement from the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC).
Nursing Student Success Stories
MSUM nursing professor provides life-saving aid during emergency flight landing
Jill Holmstrom, professor of nursing, was the only medically trained person onboard a flight when a medical emergency took place, causing the plane to make an emergency landing.
Accelerated Programs Offer Students More Options
Over winter break, around 300 participants took advantage of MSUM's first-ever winter term. Students were able to take an online course at an accelerated fashion to get ahead of their degrees and lighten their course load during the academic year.
Finding Opportunities in Nursing
Joan Justesen enjoyed a 43-year career in healthcare thanks to degrees (BSN ’83, MBA ’90) she earned at MSUM. Now she supports the next generation of nurses.
Learning opportunities within the Nursing program include experiential learning, academic recognition, and international study experiences.
You might also be interested in…
Nurse Educator (NED) Post-Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate | Nursing Administration and Organizational Systems Leadership (NAOSL) Post-Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate | Nursing Masters | Health Services Administration | Healthcare Leadership, Quality and Patient Safety Certificate | Long-term Care Administration Certificate | Master of Healthcare Administration
MSUM’s nursing program provides the most current and essential nursing education and practice. You will build your knowledge on emerging healthcare issues and trends, evidence-based and population-focused practices, leadership, and systems-thinking to impact quality and safety for your career in healthcare. Here is just a sample of nursing careers that are predicted to have job growth in the next 10 years.
What are some Common Nursing Related Careers?
| Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6% | $77,000 |
| Long-term Care Leader | 28% | $101,000 |
| Community Health Worker | 12% | $49,000 |