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In this program, you'll gain in-depth knowledge and real-world skills in evidence-based practice, research methods, nursing care of families, nursing care of populations, nursing leadership, and systems change.

Associate degree-prepared nurses know that attaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing is critical for career advancement. Nurses understand that finishing a BSN from St. Kate's — with its reputation for quality and values-based learning — is essential for standing out, leading change, and improving health outcomes.

Interested in Continuing on to a Graduate Degree?

After finishing your BSN at St. Kate's, we invite you to continue to a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, with practice-focused doctorate options including Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. 

Qualified RN-BSN ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵs can also get a head start on their MSN or DNP degree by taking graduate-level courses while still enrolled as a BSN ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵ.

We offer corporate partner scholarships for ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵs employed in many regional healthcare organizations. Our complete list of our corporate partners is available here.  

We also offer various ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵ support services, including career counseling, internship opportunities, and financial aid.

Students of all genders are welcome in the program.

Format: Online*

Credits for major: 22

Time to completion: 10-12 months

Cost per credit (2025-2026): $475

Start: Fall or Spring

*One course includes some face-to-face clinical practice experiences; ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵs work with faculty to identify local options.

State restrictions

Restrictions may apply for applicants residing in certain states outside of Minnesota. to determine your application eligibility based on your state of residence.

Important Essential Abilities:

For successful admission and continuance in St. ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵ University’s nursing programs, a specific set of essential cognitive, sensory, communication, psychomotor, and behavioral/emotional health abilities are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Read the .

Accreditation

St. ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵ University's bachelor's degree nursing programs are endorsed by the .