Undergraduate

Nursing

Pursue a nursing degree at Assumption and obtain a strong liberal arts education that will allow for well-reasoned decision-making; the ability to think critically; communicate effectively and make ethical decisions that respect the fundamental dignity of every human person.

Nursing Program

Program Tracks Available

Major

Admission Deadline

Early Decision: November 1
Early Action: November 1
Early Action II: December 15
Regular Decision: February 15

Degrees Offered

B.S.

Department

Nursing

Program Overview
Knowledge, compassion, and service. Assumption now offers a direct-admission Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) that prepares you to be a professional nurse who provides high-quality, patient-centered health care. This rigorous program of foundational liberal arts and sciences courses and nursing courses coupled with clinical education in acute-care, community-based, and simulation environments provide a solid education to promote the health of individuals, families, and communities across the globe. Assumption’s direct-admission structure allows applicants to begin the program the same year in which they are admitted.

Students’ educational experiences will include instruction on accountability for their nursing judgments and actions. The faculty believes that the encompassing framework of an Assumption liberal arts education, incorporating work in the behavioral and natural sciences, the humanities, and the arts, will guide the development of such professionals and spur a pursuit of life-long learning and commitment.

The College is currently planning a new facility for the nursing program that will include a state-of-the-art Clinical Skills and Simulation Laboratory to augment the acute care and community-based clinical experiences.

The nursing program at Assumption College admits a diverse student body; an atmosphere that embraces diversity enhances the educational experience and provides a richer understanding of the world.

Direct Admission to the Bachelors of Science in Nursing Program

The requirements for admission to the Nursing program include:
- A completed Common Application with a nursing program-specific essay
- Official SAT or ACT scores
- Three years of sciences courses, with one year incorporating a lab science
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 in high school science and math courses
- An official high school transcript including senior grades (must be submitted directly from the high school)
- A letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher
- A $50 non-refundable application fee (paid through the Common Application at the time of submission)
- A video showcasing the applicant’s personality (optional)
Acceptance into the BSN Program is term specific. Students are not granted automatic deferment of acceptance.

The Assumption College School of Nursing has received Initial Approval Status from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN).

Assumption College School of Nursing is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

Program Contact

Caitlin M. Stover

Dean and Associate Professor of Nursing

508-767-7698 cm.stover@assumption.edu Switzer Building - Room 101

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Program Curriculum

Major

The prerequisite liberal arts and sciences courses consist of 72 credits and the nursing curriculum consists of 55 credits for a total of 127 credits.

Pre-requisite Curricular Requirements

ENG 130	English Composition - 3 SCH
CSC 110	Excel – 1 SCH
LTE 140	Introduction to Literature - 3 SCH
THE 100	Introduction to Theology – 3 SCH
THE 150, 151, 153	3SCH
HIS 114 or 115	West & the World I or II–3SCH
BIO 110	Nutrition - 3 SCH*
BIO 160	Concepts in Biology (with lab) - 4 SCH*
BIO 210	Genetics (with lab) - 4 SCH*
BIO 240	Anatomy (with lab) - 4 SCH *
BIO 250	Microbiology (with lab) - 4 SCH*
BIO 370	General Physiology (with lab) – 4 SCH*
MAT 114	Elementary Functions - 3 SCH*
PHI 100	Socrates & the Search for Truth - 3 SCH
PHI 151	3 SCH
PHI 262	Biomedical Ethics – 3 SCH*
HRS 121	Human Development and Disability Across the Lifespan – 3 SCH*
HSC 100	Systems Approach to Delivering Health Care in America – 3 SCH*
ECO 115	Statistics – 3 SCH
POL 321	Public Policy – 3 SCH*
Fine Arts	3 SCH
Foreign Language	3 SCH
Upper-Level Literature	3 SCH

*A minimum grade of B- is required for all courses with an asterisk (*). Nursing pre-requisites and electives may be repeated only once following either a grade of less than B- or withdrawal.

Academic Catalog and Advising Guide

Completion of the Nursing Program and graduation from Assumption College does not provide eligibility for licensure. Only the Board of Registration can grant eligibility to sit for the licensing exam. To be eligible to practice as a Registered Nurse, the student must pass the NCLEX-RN examination.

To be eligible for licensure by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN), students must be in compliance with the Massachusetts BORN Good Moral Character (GMC) licensure requirement found on the MA BORN website.

The nursing program has received Initial Approval Status from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN).
1. Is the program accredited?
Yes, Assumption College and the Nursing Program are accredited through the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The professional nursing accreditation process will begin in the next 18 months.

2. What are your NCLEX-RN pass rates?
Because we are a new program, no students have graduated from the program, therefore, no student has sat for their NCLEX-RN exam. The first group of students will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN in Summer 2023.

3. Where will clinicals be held?
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island, clinical agencies use a centralized placement system to manage the vast amount of Nursing School requests. This system will not confirm an institutions ability to have students until about six weeks before the rotation starts. In the meantime, assumption College Nursing has received verbal commitments of support from various agencies in Massachusetts.

4. Do I need a car for clinical?
Carpooling to clinical sites is encouraged and recommended to defray parking costs. However, in the spring of the senior year, when the student is paired with a nurse for both clinical rotations, transportation to clinical will be the responsibility of the individual student.

5. Can I study abroad?
Nursing students who are interested in study abroad are encouraged to considered summer abroad offerings as an academic semester abroad experience cannot be fit into the nursing curriculum.

6. What does it mean to have Initial Approval from the Board of Registration in Nursing?
The Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN) has a three-step process to attain Full-approval Status. Assumption College is on the second step of the process. In Spring 2023, BORN will return to campus for a site visit (date is already set), review our submitted report and grant Final Approval Status to the Nursing Program. Once this approval is received, the students are eligible to apply for licensure.

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The Assumption curriculum encourages scholarly and real-world experience. With hands-on research conducted alongside faculty mentors, students gain a depth of knowledge and skills that lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.

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At Assumption College, the world is your classroom. Students can study and explore abroad in over 50 places from Vienna to England, South Africa, and even our own campus in historic, yet modern, Rome, Italy. Assumption’s study abroad program offers culture, history, and a living classroom for all. Nursing students who are interested in study abroad are encouraged to consider summer offerings as an academic semester abroad experience cannot fit into the nursing curriculum.

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Assumption starts planning for your future the day you arrive on campus. Our Career Development and Internship Center helps students secure exciting and fulfilling internships where you’ll apply knowledge obtained in the classroom in a professional setting, preparing for a future career or additional study. Assumption connects students to internship opportunities in corporations, government agencies, research hospitals, non-profit organizations, and more.

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At Assumption's campus in Rome, Italy, the city and the country become your classroom through daily and weekend-long excursions throughout "the eternal city" and the Italian countryside. This unique study abroad experience will enrich your academic and cultural pursuits as you walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators then enjoy delectable Italian cuisine or perhaps a cappuccino after class in a local cafe. (Did you know that your financial aid follows you to Rome?)

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Nursing

Pursue a nursing degree at Assumption and obtain a strong liberal arts education that will allow for well-reasoned decision-making; the ability to think critically; communicate effectively and make ethical decisions that respect the fundamental dignity of every human person.

Nursing Program

Direct Admission to the Bachelors of Science in Nursing Program

Caitlin M. Stover

An Ideal Place to Learn

All classes taught by professors, none by teaching assistants

Students from 29 states and 21 countries

Student/Faculty ratio

Program Curriculum

Pre-requisite Curricular Requirements

Experiential Learning

Learn the Skills Employers Seek

Faculty/Student Research

Study Abroad

Internships

Assumption's Rome Campus

First-rate Academics in a Catholic College Setting

Assumption is dedicated to providing a clear understanding of what your education will cost

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A Catholic college located in the heart of New England in Worcester, Massachusetts, Assumption College strives to form graduates known for their critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship, and compassionate service.