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No Prerequisites Required

Are you dreaming of becoming a Registered Nurse, but worried about the hurdles of prerequisite courses? Look no further! Sumner College offers a unique and accessible path to your nursing career through our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Here’s what sets our program apart:

No Prerequisite Courses Required

Our BSN program is the only one in Oregon and Washington State that doesn’t demand prerequisite coursework before applying. We’ve revolutionized nursing education by embedding traditional prerequisites within our 12-term program. This means you can jump-start your journey to becoming a registered nurse in less than 3 years.

Credit Transfer Opportunities

Have you already completed college-level coursework at another institution? You can transfer up to 25% of your credits to our program, reducing your tuition costs on your path to a BSN degree.

Hands-On Learning: Our program offers a well-rounded blend of didactic, skills labs, and clinical experiences, ensuring a practical, hands-on approach to learning.

Hybrid Delivery Format: We understand that many of our students have busy lives with work and personal commitments. Our hybrid format allows you to strike a balance between these responsibilities by offering courses delivered on campus, online, and at assigned clinical partner sites. By offering a blend of online and in-person components, you can minimize the time and effort spent commuting to campus, allowing you to make the most of your study time and maintain a better work-life-school balance.

Accreditation You Can Trust

Our program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ensuring the highest standards of nursing education are met. Additionally, the program is approved by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN), and holds institutional accreditation from the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Exceptional Retention Rate

We take pride in our remarkable 97.5% retention rate for our nursing programs. This reflects our unwavering commitment to helping our students succeed, from the moment you step through our doors to the day you graduate as a registered nurse. (ABHES 2022-2023 Annual Reporting Data)

Year-Round Opportunities: With rolling enrollment, you’re not constrained by the traditional academic calendar. You can apply and start your journey toward a BSN degree in the fall, winter, spring, or summer—whenever it suits you best. This means you don’t have to wait for an annual admission cycle to begin your studies.

Lucrative Career Prospects

Oregon boasts one of the highest average registered nurse salaries in the nation, with an impressive figure of $98,630 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Moreover, the field of Registered Nursing is predicted to grow by 15.2% over the next decade, making it one of the fastest-growing professions.

Admissions Process

At Sumner College, we care about more than just your GPA. Our admission process considers a combination of factors, including TEAS exam scores, a panel interview, and essays that allow you to share your unique story.

Ready to take the next step toward your dream of becoming a registered nurse? Download an Information Packet and Reserve a Spot for an upcoming Information Session. Let Sumner College help you make your dream of becoming a registered nurse a reality. Your journey to a fulfilling nursing career starts here.

Dream It. Do it. At Sumner College.

 Why Sumner?

• Earn Your BSN in 32 Months
• Tuition: $510 per credit
• Program is Approved by CCNE and the OSBN
• No Prerequisites Required
• 25% of Prior Coursework may be Transferred
• Program is Delivered Blended Format
• Year Round Enrollment