School of Nursing Program Requirements

Programs Offered

The School of Nursing offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) degree. Graduates of the undergraduate program pre-licensure tracks (Basic-BSN and Accelerated Second-Degree BSN) are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.

Schedule of Classes

Specific offerings for each semester may be found in the Schedule of Classes.

Baccalaureate Program Curriculum

The BSN curriculum is developed to meet professional standards in accordance with the mission and vision of Oakland University and the School of Nursing.

Baccalaureate Program Outcomes (Student-Learning Outcomes)

Apply concepts from the Arts and Sciences in the promotion of health and the management of simple to complex nursing care.
Demonstrate use of the nursing process in clinical decision-making.
Apply principles of patient safety and quality improvement in nursing practice.
Apply principles of wellness, health promotion, disease prevention, rehabilitation, risk reduction, palliative and end-of-life care to individuals, families, communities, and populations.
Demonstrate values-based, ethical professional behaviors that integrate caring, autonomy, integrity, social justice, respect for diversity and human dignity throughout the lifespan.
Use best-evidence in nursing practice.
Demonstrate inter/intra-professional collaboration to optimize health outcomes.
Demonstrate transformational leadership in nursing practice in a variety of settings.
Use knowledge, processes, and skills from informatics to inform clinical decision making.
Apply knowledge of health policy, economics, legal, and political principles to nursing practice.
Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.

Academic Advising

If you are interested in learning more about admission criteria, the application process, course requirements and important dates contact the School of Nursing advising office. Information sessions are offered monthly for each program track. The information provided at these sessions is useful for those students who want to learn more about the academic programs offered by the School of Nursing before applying to Oakland University.

All students admitted to the Basic-BSN and ASD tracks are required to attend a mandatory SON orientation run by the SON Academic Advising Office. Students are encouraged to meet regularly with their academic adviser to discuss academic issues and/or concerns.

BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN Track)

Additional information for RN to BSN Plan of Study on the SON Website.

The School of Nursing offers an RN-BSN track for registered nurses with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) and who possess a valid and unrestricted RN license. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from the student’s ADN program is required for unconditional admission to the RN-BSN track. Students seeking admission to the RN-BSN track must first apply to Oakland University through the OU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The School of Nursing will verify the applicant’s unrestricted RN license. Students admitted to the RN-BSN track will be required to meet all Oakland University general education requirements and should seek guidance regarding transcript evaluation and obtaining the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) through the School of Nursing Academic Advising office.

Applicants who have been dismissed from a BSN completion program or who have ever received two (or more) grades in nursing courses below B- must obtain SON permission to apply to the BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN Track). For more information contact SON Academic Advising.