Nursing 

Overview

About the Program

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program prepares students to implement holistic, patient-centered care that reflects an understanding of human growth and development, ethics, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and nursing management across the health-illness continuum, the lifespan, and in various healthcare settings. Our program implements evidence-based nursing interventions as appropriate for managing the acute and chronic care of patients while promoting health and wellness. Students will be prepared to work with an interdisciplinary team of health professionals to positively impact patient outcomes. 

Program

Highlights

At the University of Findlay, the Nursing program prepares you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare settings and communities by developing the clinical knowledge, compassionate care, communication, and critical thinking skills needed to support patient health and wellness.

Admissions

Admissions Requirements

Acceptance to the Nursing Program is competitive with priority given to students admitted to the University of Findlay with the admission status of Early Assurance into the Nursing Program. In addition, University of Findlay students are given priority over transfer students. 

Upon admission to the University, students may declare the major of nursing and schedule courses to complete the nursing prerequisites. After admission to and enrollment in the University, students will need to be formally accepted into the Nursing Program. All students (including transfer students) will be considered for acceptance into the Nursing Program by the Department of Nursing on a competitive basis. Students applying to the Nursing Program may not transfer courses from other institutions to meet the requirements of nursing courses. 

Transfer students may be required to submit course syllabi or descriptions for evaluation before previously earned credits are considered for transfer. Courses will be evaluated by the University’s Office of the Registrar. A minimum grade of “C” (a “C-” is not acceptable) must be earned to receive credit for transfer courses. 

Upon admission to the University, transfer students may declare the major of nursing and schedule courses to complete the nursing prerequisites. After admission to the University, students will need to be formally admitted to the Department of Nursing to take the first clinical nursing course which is scheduled for the spring semester of the second year of the nursing curriculum. All students (including transfer students) will be considered for admission into the Department of Nursing on a competitive basis. 

Students who meet the following criteria will be considered for acceptance into the Nursing Program in the spring semester of the second year of the nursing curriculum:  

• Obtain a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 111 and CHEM 111L, BIOL 222, BIOL 222L, BIOL 223, and BIOL 223L or BIOL 322, BIOL 322L, BIOL 323, and BIOL 323L, and ANHS 150 (“C-” is not acceptable). These courses must be taken within the previous five academic years to be considered for admission into the Nursing Program. 

• Obtain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (admission is competitive). 

• Completion of Application for Acceptance into the Nursing Program. 

• Evidence of current BLS/CPR certification for healthcare providers from an American Heart Association certification program (Red Cross certification is not acceptable). 

• Results of a criminal background check that meets the Ohio Board of Nursing requirements. 

• A current physical exam provided through the Cosiano Health Center, an urgent care center, or through a primary care provider. The required form to be used by all providers is included at the end of the Student Nurse Handbook. If a student does not complete their physical exam through the Cosiano Health Center, the student will need to provide current immunization/vaccine records to the Cosiano Health Center for review and verification prior to submitting records to the Department of Nursing. Health records will be shared between Cosiano Health Center and the Department of Nursing at the direction of the nursing student, as necessary for nursing student files to be eligible to complete their clinical experience. 

• Documentation of current immunizations including Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap), Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR), Varicella (chickenpox- 2 vaccines), and/or titer required, Hepatitis B series (titer required), Mantoux (TB, PPD) Test, including an initial 2-step test and then a 1-step test annually, Polio and additional vaccines required by clinical agencies. This may include an annual influenza vaccine and/or the initial COVID-19 vaccine(s). Vaccines and immunization titers will need to be current and documented through the Cosiano Health Center before a physical exam can be scheduled/completed at the Cosiano Health Center. 

• Urine Drug Screen (definitive negative results). 

• If a student has been adjudicated by a probate court of being mentally ill or mentally incompetent, they must have been restored to competency prior to admission. 

• Students enrolled in Nursing courses with clinical components must be 18 years of age or older. 

First-Time Freshman/Traditional  

• Students must apply 

• For International Students: All International students entering Findlay’s undergraduate program must submit a TOEFL score of at least 500. International students whose medium of instruction was in English at the secondary and/or post-secondary levels may apply for exemption from this requirement 

• Gain acceptance to the University of Findlay 

• Complete all pre-requisite courses 

• Gain acceptance to the nursing program (sophomore year) 

Early Assurance    

Students interested in applying Early Assurance into the Nursing Program will need to complete the early assurance application. High school seniors may receive the admission status of Early Assurance if the following criteria are met: 

• Obtain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.4 in high school; 

• Complete a minimum of 3 years of high school math, including algebra; 

• Complete a minimum of 3 years of high school science, including biology and chemistry. 

Students who have been granted Early Assurance into the Nursing Program are expected to successfully complete the prerequisite coursework for acceptance into the Nursing Program. A student admitted under this admission status who does not successfully complete the Nursing Program prerequisite requirements within the first three semesters (for a traditional 4-year program) or within one semester (for a 3-year program with College Credit Plus [CCP] credit), will forfeit their Early Assurance seat. 

Curriculum

Course Requirements

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Findlay complete required coursework grounded in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, and patient-centered nursing care to build a strong foundation in healthcare practice. Depending on academic preparation and professional interests, additional science coursework or specialized clinical experiences may be required.

Students gain hands-on experience through simulation labs, clinical instruction, and supervised healthcare placements that prepare them for professional nursing practice in hospitals, clinics, and community healthcare settings. The program equips graduates with the clinical expertise, critical thinking abilities, communication skills, and professional competencies needed for careers in nursing and patient care.