Nursing (BSN)
Major
Launch a successful career in nursing through service, excellence, and respect.
Putting an emphasis on quality education has led to the same reaction from graduate schools and employers: Thomas More alumni are incredibly prepared and well-rounded. As a small, liberal arts institution, our students are afforded the distinct advantage of learning alongside an engaged cohort that often creates meaningful connections and even friendships. Through this, they are uniquely prepared for careers as nurse practitioners, clinical specialists, healthcare administrators, educators, and more. Our students learn from professionals and leaders in the healthcare industry, and our partnership with St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Crestview Hills, KY has set us apart as leaders in the nursing field.
Ready to learn more about the Thomas More Bachelor of Science (BSN) in Nursing program? Discover how we help our students harness their talent and ability ethically and in service to humanity.
Meet the People
You’ll Be Learning From
Our professors are committed to helping students in their journey in finding their place in this world. Many professors maintain employment in their fields to stay up to date with the most current knowledge and techniques. In addition, we have clinical adjuncts employed in clinical settings who supervise our students. These adjuncts have a thorough understanding of the processes and procedures that are unique to their unit/institution.
With a nursing degree from Thomas More, your career options are wide open.
From hospitals to the military, private practices, schools, community centers, and corporations, it’s easy to find a multitude of career options in nursing. You can serve in a variety of professional settings and live and work nearly anywhere.
| Bedside Nurse | Clinical Specialist | Educator |
| Healthcare Administrator | Emergency Room Nurse | Operating Room Nurse |
| Researcher | Critical Care | Community Health Nurse |
| In-home Health Care | Hospice |
Our graduation rates are outstanding. Our students complete the nursing program faster than the national benchmark.
Our partnership with St. Elizabeth Healthcare has forged a path to bring Thomas More students into the workforce.
Students who maintain a requisite GPA can fulfill their clinical experience with St. Elizabeth’s Edgewood campus. These clinicals are also paid for by St. Elizabeth Healthcare. This unique partnership serves to unlock career paths for our students and reward high-achievers by lifting financial burdens. Our aim is to equip the next generation of nurses with practical experience and meaningful connections that last throughout their careers.
Thomas More nursing graduates are thriving.
- Most of our graduates end up working in one of the institutions where they did their clinical experience.
- About half of our graduates pursue advanced degrees within 5 years of graduation, a majority of them within the Tri-State.
- 100% of graduating nursing students passed the NCLEX exam.
- PayScale estimates an average salary for nurses with a BSN at $84K per year, while the salary average for RNs is $66k per year. A potential of an $18k per year increase in salary is worth the investment.
- You will have increased job opportunities because many hospitals, especially those with magnet status, require a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Advance your nursing career with our new Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
This 100% online program is specifically designed for working professionals and aspiring nurse leaders. In as few as 34 credit hours, provides the advanced knowledge and practical skills you need to lead effectively in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
The baccalaureate nursing program at Thomas More University located in Crestview Hills, KY 41042 is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326(404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the baccalaureate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
In addition, the baccalaureate nursing program is approved by the: Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN)312 Whittington Parkway, Suite 300 Louisville, KY 402221-502-429-3300
“Thomas More University really made sense for me not only because of the culture and curriculum, but also for the overall cost.”
Rachel Blankenship ’22
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