Bachelor of Science in Nursing
OKWU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing is designed to prepare students with a thorough knowledge of the technical skills and scientific proficiencies needed to excel in the modern field of nursing.
The curriculum is enriched with a foundational background in the humanities, as part of our university’s continued commitment to liberal arts education. All classes are taught through the lens of biblical truth, adding the unique dimension of spiritual well-being to patient care. Our graduates care holistically for their patients – mind, body, and soul.
Admissions Requirements
Professional nurse deals with the lives of people, young and old. It is essential that nursing students exhibit a high caliber of academic and personal performance. Criteria for entrance into the School of Nursing are established in an attempt to ensure our students and graduates meet the profession’s high standards. These criteria cover four major areas: academic, testing, health, and criminal background checks.
Nursing Christian Fellowship Group
Explore the transformative journey of faith within our Nursing Christian Fellowship student ministry group at OKWU. Dedicated to fostering a community that explores the intersection of spirituality and nursing, our group is a haven for students seeking to discover what it truly means to follow Jesus in the field of healthcare.
Cutting-edge simulation labs
Equipped with a range of mannequins, including one high-fidelity mannequin, mid-fidelity mannequins, and several low-fidelity ones. Our lab caters to a diverse range of scenarios to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Additionally, we conduct an annual department-wide disaster drill, which incorporates live actors alongside the simulators. This ensures that our students are well-prepared to handle various real-world situations. At our simulation lab, we prioritize practical training and readiness for the challenges that nurses may face in their professional careers.
Career Path
- 100% employment rate for traditional students for 2020
- 100% NCLEX pass rate for Class of 2024, 2022, 2021, 2019, and 2018
- Average pay for a Baccalaureate degree is $75,000
- A 6% employment growth in nursing is projected from 2022 to 2032.
Why Nursing Matters
The OKWU School of Nursing has been built on the foundation of Christ and His ministry to heal individuals, communities, and nations.
- We recognize the God-given passions of nurses to lead healthcare into new pathways that affect patient outcomes through love and education.
- We recognize that nurses are lifelong learners who strongly desire to bridge gaps for vulnerable populations that need outreach.
- We develop curricula, policies, and programs that expand Christ’s mission to the world while mentoring nurses at every level of degree.
Featured Core Classes
Leadership in Nursing
Leadership in Nursing is designed to develop leadership and management skills for student
nurses transitioning into professional practice. Theories, dynamics, and management of individual, group, and organizational behavior are considered. Issues in management, power and conflict resolution, work stress, discrimination, group dynamics organizational change, and other topics in a clinical setting are analyzed. Learning methods include lecture and clinical instruction.
Nursing Interculturally
Nursing Interculturally integrates anthropological theories, concepts, and methods with professional nursing practice. The focus is on the impact of today’s healthcare environment on cultural systems and the need for cultural sensitivity in the provision and management of holistic client care.
Spiritual Aspects of Nursing
Spiritual Aspects of Nursing is designed to prepare the student to care for patients
who are experiencing spiritual distress. Emphasis is placed on understanding and incorporating a biblical approach in planning spiritual care while being sensitive to patients’ cultural beliefs and preferences. Students will also learn how to evaluate spiritual care practices currently advocated within the nursing profession through a biblical decision-making model. Acceptance into the nursing major required before enrolling in this course.
Bachelors in Nursing
Admissions Requirements
Professional nurse deals with the lives of people, young and old. It is essential that nursing students exhibit a high caliber of academic and personal performance. Criteria for entrance into the School of Nursing are established in an attempt to ensure our students and graduates meet the profession’s high standards. These criteria cover four major areas: academic, testing, health, and criminal background checks.
- Completion of a minimum of 32 college credit hours of study
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Completion of the following courses with a grade of “C” or better:
- English Composition I & II
- General Psychology
- At least two of the following general Science courses:
- Introduction to General and Organic Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Anatomy
- Physiology
Note: All of the courses listed above must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to progress to junior-level nursing courses.
If positions are limited, additional consideration will be given to students’ ACT, SAT, GPA, and other test scores in making decisions for admission to the Department of Nursing.
BSN Entrance Exam
The entrance exam, known as the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), must be taken. All applicants must be able to reach the TEAS V benchmark score of 70% within three attempts for acceptance in the Traditional BSN program. TEAS V Testing is available on the Bartlesville campus for those that have applied to the School of Nursing. Applicants who cannot test on-site will have to make arrangements to test through www.atitesting.com.
This requirement will be necessary after the applicant has been accepted by the university. Information will be sent upon admittance into the Traditional BSN program, but applicants can view the requirements below or locate them in the Traditional BSN packet.
Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen
This requirement will be necessary after the applicant has been accepted by the university. Information will be sent for these criteria upon admittance into the Traditional BSN program.
Required Documents for Traditional BSN Acceptance
- OKWU Application for Admission
- Admission to Nursing Department
- Nursing Essay
- All Transcripts submitted to Admissions Office
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Experience the OKWU Difference
In addition to providing our students with a mastery of their craft, we desire to instill a firm foundation of Christian values and ethics consistent with the mission of OKWU. We prepare our graduates to be true leaders in the field of nursing.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Oklahoma Wesleyan University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (ccneaccreditation.org).
How does it work?
- Students are organized into cohorts and go through our program together.
- Asynchronous Format: Students can log into coursework 24/7 online.
What are the benefits?
- Entirely online. No classroom requirements.
- Transfer-friendly.
- Federal financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Corporate reimbursement accepted.
- CCNE accreditation
- NNEI applications accepted.
Degree at a Glance
- Course length: Eight weeks
- Program length: 88 weeks
- Delivery format: 100% online
- Style: Accelerated course style with flexible learning choices
- Total program credit hours: 33
- Credit hours to graduate: 33
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