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Transfer credit | Transfer up to 90 approved credits |
Format | Take classes on-campus in New Orleans, Louisiana + online general education courses |
Bridge options | Bridge options available for licensed practical nurses, paramedics, military medics, cardiovascular techs, and respiratory techs |
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - New Orleans
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is a 120-credit undergraduate pre-licensure program which prepares you for a career as a Registered Nurse (RN). The New Orleans campus degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in family nursing, medical-surgical nursing, nursing informatics, health assessment, and much more.

Career-focused curriculum
Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.
Flexible schedule
We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
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Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you鈥檙e ready and prepare to get started soon.
Courses & Curriculum Details
The 小黄书 bachelor鈥檚 in nursing program in New Orleans prepares graduates to succeed as a member of a healthcare team in a variety of settings. The program focuses on patient-centered care, teamwork & collaboration, evidence-based practice, safety, quality improvement, informatics, and more.
- Enroll smoothly. Transferring credit shouldn鈥檛 be a headache. We don鈥檛 make you jump through hoops.
- Engage with faculty. Class sizes are small and faculty doors are always open.
Upon completion, you will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN to earn licensure in the state of Louisiana.
Program | Months i | Semester Credits |
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) | 36 | 120 |
Average number of months for students to complete program
Required Courses in Nursing
All courses, 66.00 semester credit hours, are required.
Dual Credit Option for Taking Graduate Level Courses
Dual Credit Options are not available for New Orleans students. See Academic Information for full requirements under title Earning Graduate Credits as an Undergraduate Student. Undergraduate Course Graduate Course Equivalency NSG 321 Advanced Leadership and Management聽 NU 730 Systems-Based Practice聽 (Transferrable to MSN & DNP 小黄书) NSG 324 Evidence Based Practice in Nursing聽 NU 602 Epidemiology, Research, and Theory聽 (Transferrable to BSN to DNP Program Only) NSG 421 Nursing Informatics聽 NU 725 Technology and Nursing Informatics in Advanced Practice聽 (Transferrable to MSN & DNP 小黄书) NSG 423 Policy, Trends, & Ethics in Nursing聽 HA 610 Health Policy and Management聽 (Transferrable to MSN Program, except for MSNWHNP) 聽
Required Courses in General Education
Students enrolled in the BSN program must complete a minimum of 52.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among the following disciplines. A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours must be upper level (300- to 400-level courses). The 小黄书 General Education offerings are listed below. Refer to the General Education section of the catalog for additional information on general education requirement. 12.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications EN 104 English Composition I EN 111聽Information Literacy EN 116聽Speech EN 304聽English Composition II 16.00 Semester Credit Hours in聽Science SC 154聽Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses SC 254聽Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses SC 150聽Principles of Nutrition SC 166聽Microbiology SC 186聽Chemistry 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities HU 140聽Cultural Diversity HU 240聽Introduction to Humanities HU 340聽Humanities and Contemporary Popular Culture 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics MA 109聽College Algebra MA 320 Statistics 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Social or Behavioral Science 聽 PS 101 Psychology PS 105聽Developmental Psychology SS 350聽Social Issues and Technology Note: Transfer students may transfer courses that are within 1.00 semester credit hour of the courses listed above to meet these discipline requirements. Any resulting deficiency in the total of 52.00 semester credit hours required in general education may be made up with general education electives from any of the listed disciplines. Science courses being transferred in from other institutions must meet the nursing program science requirements.
Special General Education Grading Requirements for Nursing Support Courses
The following science courses must be completed with a grade of "B" (80%) or better. Only two attempts are permitted for each course and a student who fails to successfully complete in the maximum attempts is subject to dismissal from the nursing program. SC 154 Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses聽Semester Credit Hours: 4.00 SC 254 Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses聽Semester Credit Hours: 4.00 The following general education courses must be completed with a grade of "C" (70%) or better for a student to continue in the nursing program. *BSN students enrolled in the Atlanta Campus require聽a "B" (80%) or better in聽SC 166 Microbiology聽and聽SC 186 Chemistry. PS 105 Developmental Psychology聽Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 SC 150 Principles of Nutrition聽Semester Credit Hours: 2.00 SC 166 Microbiology聽Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 SC 186 Chemistry聽Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 MA 109 College Algebra聽Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 MA 320 Statistics聽Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 A student who is dropped from the nursing program for failing to achieve the minimum grade specified in the courses listed above, but who otherwise meets the academic standards of the University may transfer to another Herzing degree program and/or may appeal to reapply to the BSN nursing program in a future semester.
Personal and Professional Development Courses
All courses, 2.00 semester credit hours, are required.
Resuming students should refer to the section on re-entering聽for additional requirements.
Distribution of Contact Hours by Course
Distribution of Contact Hours by Course Course or Category Lecture Lab Clinical Total Contact Hours Credits NSG 120 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 NSG 121 30.00 30.00 0.00 聽60.00 3.00 NSG 122 45.00 30.00 45.00 120.00 5.00 NSG 123 45.00 0.00 135.00 180.00 6.00 NSG 124 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 NSG 221 45.00 0.00 45.00 90.00 4.00 NSG 222 60.00 0.00 90.00 150.00 6.00 NSG 223 60.00 0.00 90.00 150.00 6.00 NSG 321 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 NSG 323 60.00 0.00 45.00 105.00 5.00 NSG 324 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 NSG 421 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 NSG 233 45.00 30.00 聽聽45.00 120.00 5.00 NSG 423 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 NSG 425 30.00 0.00 135.00 165.00 5.00 NSG 426 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 EN 101 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 EN 111 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 EN 116 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 EN 304 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 SC 150 30.00 0.00 0.00 30.00 2.00 SC 166 30.00 30.00 0.00 60.00 3.00 SC 186 30.00 30.00 0.00 60.00 3.00 SC 154 45.00 30.00 0.00 75.00 4.00 SC 254 45.00 30.00 0.00 75.00 4.00 MA 109 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 MA 320 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 HU 140 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 HU 240 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 HU 340 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 PS 101 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 PS 105 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 SS 350 45.00 0.00 0.00 45.00 3.00 PD 121 15.00 0.00 0.00 15.00 1.00 PD 202 15.00 0.00 0.00 15.00 1.00 Totals 1485.00 210.00 630.00 2325.00 120.00
Enrollment requirements
Prerequisites for the 小黄书 3-year BSN degree program in New Orleans, Louisiana include:
- A high school or college cumulative grade point average (GPA) of *2.5 or higher.
- Achieve at least a composite score of 58 on the most current version of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS); TEAS score must be from within two years of anticipated date of matriculation.
*NOTE: If an applicant has completed less than 12 semester credit hours (SCH) or equivalent quarter hours of college courses, the high school GPA is used in the calculation. If an applicant has completed 12 semester credit hours or more of college courses, the college GPA is used in the calculation. An applicant that has a GED and less than 12 semester credit hours of college credits is considered to meet the GPA requirement.
Faculty Spotlight

"小黄书 provides an optimal environment for success in Nursing due to the P.R.I.C.E. model that embraces the successful education of non-traditional students, professional, caring nursing faculty, and top-of-the-line technology and equipment."
Mary Bolton Green, PhD, MN, RN
Professor of NursingDr. Mary B. Green is a professional Nursing practitioner and educator. She has worked forty-eight years in diverse nursing and social science settings. Her area of concentration is Psychiatric/Community Behavioral Health Nursing. Her primary objective is two-fold: 1.) to educate and graduate highly skilled and compassionate Nursing and social science leaders, and 2.) stimulate their interests to go into their communities to assist and advocate for underserved/vulnerable populations in need of quality health care and services. Her major motivation is a desire to assist and facilitate those underserved/vulnerable segments of the community 鈥 the mentally challenged, those suffering from addictive disorders, the un/under-educated, intellectually/developmentally disabled, homeless, aged, at-risk ethnic adolescents, specifically males 鈥 in accessing quality healthcare and services which will maximize their holistic well-being and quality of life and ultimately produce positive biopsychosocial outcomes. Her personal philosophy is greatly influenced by Jean Watson鈥檚 Theory of Human Caring and Rosemarie Parse鈥檚 Human Becoming Theory: It is her ultimate belief that All individuals deserve to be educated, to receive quality healthcare, to have their basic needs met, and to be treated as human beings with respect, quality care, and dignity.
小黄书 is by your side throughout your education
No matter your career path, 小黄书 in New Orleans is your partner from the first class up through your final degree program. How long it takes to reach your goals depends on where you are now and your aspirations in the nursing profession. We鈥檙e right there with you every step of the way.
In addition to the on-campus pre-licensure BSN program, we offer several alternatives for students near New Orleans to earn a bachelor's degree:
For non-nurses
Additional pathways for those new to nursing
Accelerated BSN. Built for bachelor鈥檚 degree holders in another field鈥攕tart your second career!
For practicing nurses
Pathways to take the next step
RN to BSN. Current RNs can bridge to their BSN in as little as 1 year鈥攁vailable online!
LPN to BSN. Current Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) can earn their BSN faster by enrolling in our LPN to BSN option.
For health professionals
Transition to nursing faster
We offer unique bridge to BSN options for additional healthcare professionals seeking to become a registered nurse:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) to BSN
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Carla and Michael teamed up to help each other earn their BSNs. You can take on nursing school alongside vibrant, hardworking classmates dedicated to helping us all grow together.

Find your calling as a registered nurse



Earning your bachelor's degree and becoming a registered nurse (if you aren't already an ASN-prepared RN) is a big step towards building the career of your choosing.
Hold a BSN means greater capability of branching into a nursing specialty or career track of your choice. There are many different types of registered nurses and furthering your education with a bachelor's degree is the best way to open up many more options.
Salary and job outlook
According to the , employment of registered nurses is expected to rise 6% from 2023-2033, and their average salary is $98,430 per year ($47.32 per hour).*
Now is a great time to begin earning the education you need to find a great job in healthcare, build a foundation for career growth and make an impact in your community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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You don鈥檛 need a bachelor鈥檚 degree in nursing to become a registered nurse. Earn your associate鈥檚 degree in nursing and you can become an RN more quickly and earn your first set of scrubs.
However, if your goal is to continue climbing the ladder to become a nurse practitioner or pursue roles in nursing leadership or administration, you may be best off enrolling in a BSN program so you can reach your goals faster.
No matter what you choose, Herzing is here to empower you to become the best nursing professional you can be.
We offer online associate, bachelor's, and master's degree pathways for those without nursing experience looking to become an RN. Eligibility varies by state of residence.
Learn more about our online nursing programs designed for non-nurses.
It鈥檚 a question of:
- What your goals are
- How quickly you want to reach them
If your goal is to go from LPN to RN quickly, the best choice may be an associate鈥檚 degree program since you may be able to become an RN in less than 2 years.
If your goal is to become an RN and potentially advance further by working towards a master鈥檚 degree in nursing (MSN), your best option is a bachelor鈥檚 degree in nursing program.
Read about the most basic differences between ADN vs. BSN and discover what's best for you.
There are a wide variety of different career paths in nursing, and depending on what makes the most sense for you there are several different types of nursing degrees you may consider:
- Diploma in Practical Nursing. The fastest way to start your nursing career is to earn a diploma in practical nursing and become a Licensed Practical Nurse. This isn鈥檛 a 鈥渄egree鈥 but it鈥檚 an alternative starting point if you鈥檙e ready to get your feet wet in nursing.
- Associate degree in nursing. Earn an associate鈥檚 degree in nursing and you鈥檒l be eligible to sit for the NCLEX and become a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Bachelor鈥檚 in nursing. A bachelor鈥檚 degree is becoming the new educational standard for registered nurses, and it will qualify you for a master鈥檚 degree program.
- Master鈥檚 in nursing. Many roles up the ladder in nursing will require a master鈥檚 degree.
- Doctorate in nursing. Earn the terminal degree in nursing and reach the top of the field.
All schools have their own distinct degree programs based on their qualifications and areas of focus. 小黄书 offers many different options to provide the shortest path to your destination no matter where you are right now, including campus bridge programs and online programs to help you reach the next level in your education. View all of our nursing programs.
There are many different nursing specialties to choose from. Depending on your personality, educational background and preferred working environment you can follow your own personalized path in the nursing profession.
Here are a few popular nursing specialties you may consider:
- Aesthetic or Cosmetic nurse
- Assisted living nurse
- Cardiac/cardiovascular nurse
- Emergency room nurse
- Flight nurse
- Home health nurse
- Labor and Delivery nurse (L&D)
- Med/surgical nurse
- Neonatal/NICU nurse
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Oncology nurse
- Pediatric nurse
- Public health nurse
- School nurse
- Travel nurse
You can take our nursing personality quiz to get a better idea of what you might prefer in your nursing career.
Yes, general education and didactic/lecture nursing courses can be completed in our 3-year online BSN program for non-nurses.
The program does incorporate hands-on training, including clinicals and an intensive experience to ensure you are equipped to pass the NCLEX-RN, meet the board of nursing requirements in your state and become an RN-BSN.
Our nursing programs are designed to be challenging, but not impossible. Your career as a registered nurse will be demanding, and our goal is to help you succeed and become the best healthcare provider you can be. We won鈥檛 do you any favors by making things too easy.
Learn more about how hard nursing school really is from Herzing graduates who have been through it. You will have support from 小黄书 faculty, staff and other students every step of the way. Never be afraid to ask for help when you need it!
The advantages of a BSN can include:
- Increased autonomy in decision making while on the job
- Open doors to more specialties in the nursing field
- Become a more attractive candidate for hospitals seeking
- Build a foundation to grow into education or leadership pathways
- Positions you better for nursing jobs with higher pay
- Qualify to enroll in an MSN program
- Become more familiar and educated with evidence-based practice opportunities
- Increase knowledge and understanding of RN specialties and skills
- Transition from 鈥渢echnical鈥 to 鈥減rofessional鈥 RN
- Gain a deeper knowledge of nursing theory and leadership theory
A indicates employers have the level of education at top of mind in the hiring process. Based on responses from nursing schools, the survey revealed 69.8% of employers show a strong preference for BSN graduates.
The ultimate benefit is bettering yourself, becoming the best nurse you can be and following the career path of your choosing.
Because nurses with a BSN have earned that next degree level and generally have the edge on the job market, they will on average earn a slightly higher salary than nurses with an ASN. However, there are always exceptions; an ASN with several years of an experience may earn a higher salary than an RN with a BSN who is just starting their career.
With 小黄书 you are never alone. It鈥檚 our goal to provide all students an affordable, career-driven education. Financial aid options include:
- Loan options 鈥 Federal & private
- Scholarships & grants
- VA / military benefits
- Other sources of financial aid
You can find an estimate for tuition and expenses by using the 小黄书 tuition wizard.
The Student Experience at Herzing
Being a mother and working full-time while going to school full-time was extremely taxing, but Herzing give me the resources and the support I needed to push through. I was able to complete my BSN in two years, and I will be re-enrolling with Herzing to earn my master鈥檚 in nursing (MSN) degree.
Carla Bourelly
Nursing Student | Atlanta CampusEverything I went through made me realize that anything is possible. You just have to find your own way because the same process or path doesn鈥檛 work for everyone. I graduated Magna Cum Laude and received an academic achievement award for highest GPA. I also passed my NCLEX exam and have been accepted to the RN residency program at Emory University Midtown Hospital in Atlanta, which is a dream job.
Sharese Windley
Nursing Student | Atlanta CampusI had already been an LPN for eight years and knew that my BSN was the next step in my career.
Victor Kanyendo
Nursing Student | Kenosha CampusHerzing has been like my extended family since my first enrollment in the LPN program back in 2014. The program allowed me to reach my goals on time.
Natanya Hill-Orr
Nursing Student | Online CampusWhat I liked most about my experience at 小黄书 were the faculty members. They made it feel like it was family here.
Wanda Colon
Nursing Student | Orlando CampusPersevering through your courses and clinicals is such a valuable experience, and I can鈥檛 wait to apply what I鈥檝e learned in the field.
Nickolas Flotman
Nursing Student | Minneapolis CampusAccreditation & Disclosures
1. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at 小黄书 New Orleans is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
小黄书 is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* BLS pay estimates calculate the median annual wage for various occupations. Per the BLS the median wage for an occupation is: "The wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount, and half earned less. Median wage data are from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey." Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2024. BLS median wage estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geographic market in which you want to work, and degree level and field, will affect career outcomes, including starting salary and earnings as an experienced employee. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the median salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, particular wage or salary, or other career growth.
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