Nursing

Major

The School of Education and Human Services

In partnership with Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing & Health Sciences, the Nursing program at Quincy University prepares students for meaningful careers in patient-centered healthcare. Students gain a strong foundation in nursing science, clinical practice, and compassionate care while learning to think critically and act ethically in diverse healthcare settings.

Nursing student training with professor on patient monitoring equipment

Opportunities & Outcomes

Through rigorous coursework, hands-on clinical experiences, and close faculty mentorship, students graduate ready to serve patients, families, and communities with confidence and professionalism.

Career Pathways

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing prepares graduates for a wide range of nursing roles across healthcare environments, as well as for advanced education.

Clinical Nursing Practice

  • Registered Nurse (RN)*
  • Medical-surgical nurse
  • Critical care or ICU nurse
  • Emergency or trauma nurse

Specialty Nursing Areas

  • Pediatric or neonatal nursing
  • Obstetric or women’s health nursing
  • Mental health or psychiatric nursing
  • Geriatric or long-term care nursing

Community & Public Health Nursing

  • Community or public health nurse
  • School nurse*
  • Home health or hospice nurse
  • Faith-based or community outreach nursing

Leadership, Education & Advancement

  • Charge nurse or nurse leader
  • Clinical educator or preceptor
  • Nursing administration or management roles
  • Graduate study in nursing (MSN, DNP)*

Graduate & Professional Pathways

  • Advanced practice nursing (NP, CRNA, CNS)*
  • Nurse education or leadership programs
  • Healthcare administration or public health graduate study

*Licensure, certification, or graduate study requirements apply.

Programs of Study Offered

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Science

Bonaventure Program

Every QU student’s foundation for our liberal arts education, involving service learning, signature courses, writing, technological literacy. Program Requirements

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