Overview

As a student in this program, you'll have access to clinical experiences in a variety of healthcare settings, as well as experienced faculty who are dedicated to helping you succeed. The current NCLEX pass rate is 92%, and our graduates enjoy a 99% job placement within 6 months of graduating.

Kent State University’s Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing program prepares students to become skilled, compassionate, and knowledgeable registered nurses.

With a blend of classroom instruction, hands-on labs, and clinical experiences, students gain a strong foundation in areas such as patient care, health assessment, and evidence-based practice.

The Nursing degree from Kent State University emphasizes critical thinking, cultural competency, and effective communication, equipping graduates to meet diverse healthcare needs across a range of settings. Upon completion, graduates are prepared to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become licensed registered nurses (RNs).

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Meet educational eligibility requirements to take the registered nurse licensing examination (National Certification and Licensure Exam).

Acquire competencies based on professional standards to assume the role of the professional nurse and for career advancement, including graduate studies.

Provide equitable evidence-based care to diverse populations as a member of a diverse, interprofessional team.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Basic Microbiology

General Microbiology

Human Genetics

Genetics

Pharmacology And Alterations In Physiological Functioning

Human Growth And Development For Health Professionals

Parent And Newborn Nursing

Health Care Of Children

Pharmacology And Alterations In Physiological Functioning

Nursing Of Adults Across The Lifespan

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

120-122

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States
Kent, United States
Warren, United States
North Canton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A copy of your Passport Biographical Page.

English Language Proficiency scores

Secondary School Graduation Certificate/Diploma/Attending Certificate (Certified English translation and original language).

Secondary School Transcripts/detailed mark sheets (Certified English translation and original language).

Financial guarantee (bank statements) that show sufficient funds to cover educational and living expenses.

Kent State Affidavit of Financial Support is required when you are funded by a sponsor(s). For example: parent, sibling, relative, friend, government, organization or institute/school.

Financial documents are only required after acceptance.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23690 USD / year

≈ 23690 USD / year
Out-of-State

23690 USD / year

≈ 23690 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13466 USD / year

≈ 13466 USD / year

Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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