Overview

When you choose the traditional option (2.5-4 years of academic study) pre-licensure program in Nursing from University of Massachusetts Boston, you’ll experience rigorous academic work and a carefully designed plan of study.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the completion of the undergraduate nursing program in the Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Boston, the graduate will be able to:

Integrate evidence-based nursing assessments and interventions to coordinate and manage complex health care concerns for chronically ill and acutely ill individuals and families across the life span.
Evaluate patient-centered, culturally sensitive care delivered within complex healthcare systems.
Analyze effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration strategies to address the concerns of diverse urban populations within complex healthcare systems.
Apply knowledge, skills, and attitudes of health promotion and disease prevention for urban populations along the health-illness continuum.
Create a culture of quality and safety in nursing practice for chronically ill and acutely ill members of urban populations.
Integrate informatics for obtaining and utilizing best evidence and clinical judgment to achieve patient outcomes in contemporary professional nursing practice.

Utilize current ethical and legal standards and health care policies to guide nursing practice and professional development.

Career Possibilities

At the end of the traditional nursing program, you'll be ready to take the national examination for state licensure (NCLEX) and become a Registered Nurse (RN). The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of registered nurses to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031.

As an RN, you can find positions in:

Ambulatory care facilities
Clinics
Doctor's offices
Educational services, such as schools
Government services
Hospice care
Hospitals

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anatomy and Physiology

Medical Microbiology

Physiological Chemistry

Pathophysiology

Life Span Growth and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-02-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed UMass Boston online admission application
Application fee of $100
An official high school record, leaving certificate and/or graduation examination results or their notarized copies. All documents in foreign languages must be translated by a certified professional. Records must be sent directly from the institution to be considered official.
Academic recommendation letter (from a school-based counselor and/or teacher)
500-word essay
Test scores
The average minimum GPA has been around 3.2 during the last few cycles
A “waiting list” is generally created for a small group of students below the minimum GPA. These applicants are considered for admissions if we do not reach our yield goal.
Applicants may be offered acceptance to their secondary option if they are not accepted to Nursing. Please contact Undergraduate Admissions for further information.

Tuition Fee

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International

37495 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37495 USD per year during 30 months.
National

37495 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37495 USD per year during 30 months.
In-State

15278 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15278 USD per year during 30 months.

New England Regional Regional: $26,733 /year

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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