Indiana University Kokomo Nursing School Review
Indiana University Kokomo (IUK) is part of the Indiana University system. The campus is located in Kokomo, Indiana and was founded in 1945 and currently serves over 3,000 students. Other campuses of the regional system include Northwest, Bloomington, Southeast, East, South Bend and two partnership campuses in Indianapolis and Fort Wayne. Indiana University Kokomo is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Nursing Programs
The School of Nursing at Indiana University Kokomo offers undergraduate and graduate opportunities for aspiring nurses at the university. BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) programs at Indiana University Kokomo are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The MSN program is a candidate for accreditation by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Indiana University Kokomo Undergraduate Nursing Programs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
The BSN program at Indiana University Kokomo is a pre-licensure nursing program for aspiring nurses who are not yet licensed practitioners. The BSN program at Indiana University Kokomo has unique features not common in other nursing programs. Students in the BSN program will participate in clinical experiences each semester and culminate their degree with a capstone project. The BSN program is 6 semesters. Students apply to the nursing program separately, after gaining admission to the university.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN Online Program
Students can complete an online BSN in just one year. Students can also complete the RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program in 18-24 months on a part-time basis. The program caters to the working nurse with flexible options, including clinical experiences completed locally. The online program is taught by faculty from various campuses of Indiana University.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN Face to Face Program
The face to face RN to BSN program is built upon previous work experience and education of the Registered Nurse (RN). The RN to BSN program is 87 credits total, with 33 of the academic credits specifically related to nursing coursework. The program is completed in 3 pods, each of which explores a different area of the BSN nursing role.
Indiana University Kokomo Graduate Nursing Programs
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program
The MSN program at Indiana University Kokomo is an online nursing program consisting of 39 academic credits. Students complete the course in three steps. All MSN candidates take core courses for the MSN degree. Students choose from an MSN Nursing Education or MSN Nursing Administration specialization and take nursing courses specific to their area of study. The program concludes with a 225 hour clinical practicum experience related to the student’s individual plan of study and goals as a nursing professional. Faculty and program representatives assist students with their transition to studying nursing at the graduate level.
Student Organizations for Nurses at Indiana University Kokomo
There are two student nursing organizations in operation at the University of Kokomo. The Student Nurses’ Association and Nurses’ Christian Fellowship both offer leadership and networking opportunities for nursing students. Each year, students select two Student Nurse Leaders from their cohort to represent nursing students in their program.
Contact:
Indiana University Kokomo
2300 S. Washington Street
Kokomo, IN 46904-9003
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