Wright State University Nursing School Review

Wright State University (WSU) is responsible for starting the very first baccalaureate nursing program within Dayton, Ohio.

Wright State University – College of Nursing and Health

This program has been fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and has been approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

This program takes four years to complete and prepares students for a lot of different careers in various healthcare settings.

To apply, students will need to complete the admission application and submit their official transcripts. They will also need to complete all of the prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of C and take the admission assessment exam at Wright State University. Aside from that, students will need to have a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Graduates will be able to take the National Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

ADENA Cohort Program

This program also takes four years to complete and is dedicated to students who would rather finish their courses in Chillicothe, Ohio instead of in Dayton, Ohio.

RN – BSN Completion Program

RNs who already have associate degrees in nursing can take this flexible program to accommodate their regular work schedules.

To apply, students will need to complete the admission application, as well as all of the prerequisite courses for Wright State University. They will also need to have a valid RN license and a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Baccalaureate Education Accelerates Career Opportunities in Nursing (BEACON) Program

This accelerated program takes 24 months to complete and exists for college graduates who want to become nurses. The courses in this program are offered both face-to-face and online, or in hybrid mode, and consists of 5 graduate nursing courses.

To apply, students will need to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and complete all of the prerequisite courses. Conversely, to stay in the program, students will need to maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

Master of Science in Nursing (MS) Program

This program prepares nurses for advanced courses in various specialty tracks, including Clinical Nurse Specialist, Healthcare Administration, School Nursing, Nurse Practitioner, and Clinical Nurse Leader.

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

This track needs to be completed within 5 years, though students can either enroll as full-time students or part-time students. It also takes 52.5 credit hours and 500 clinical hours to complete and consist various subspecialties, as seen below.

To apply, students will need to have a BSN, a valid RN license for Ohio, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and at least two years of full-time experience as RNs. They will also need to complete and submit a statement of goals along with their college transcripts.

Graduates will be able to sit for advanced practice certification exams.

Healthcare Administration

This track includes courses on human resource management, strategic planning and financial management and includes creative practicum opportunities.

School Nursing

This track takes 59 credit hours to complete and consists of both clinical and classroom experiences.

To apply, students will need to have a baccalaureate degree in nursing, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, a valid CPR certification tand a valid RN license for Ohio. They will also need to submit all of their college transcripts and a statement of goals.

Graduates will be able to sit for the school nurse licensure exam.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Family Nurse Practitioners provide general healthcare in a lot of different settings to people of different ages. This track can either be taken in class or online.

To apply, students will need to submit a valid resume, a meaningful essay, two recommendation letters, and a statement of goals. They will also need to have a BSN, a valid RN license for Ohio, a minimum of a year’s full-time experience in nursing and go through a personal interview.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

This tracks prepares advanced entails nurses to provide care for infants and children up to 21 years old.

To apply, students will need to have a BSN, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, at least a year’s full-time experience in nursing, and a PALS certification. They will also need to complete a basic course for physical assessment.

Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL)

Through this track, students will be prepared to become clinical leaders at unit levels and to manage and create unit-based healthcare microsystems.

To apply, students will need to have a BSN, a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, a valid RN license in Ohio, and 1-2 years of clinical experience as an RN. They will also need to submit a statement of goals.

Bridge Program

Students with associates degrees in nursing can take this track to enter the master’s program in nursing earlier than usual.

To apply, students will need to have a nursing diploma, an RN license and a baccalaureate degree. They will also need to have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program

This program takes 36 credit hours and 520 clinical hours to complete and is also offered as a part-time program.

Contact:
Wright State University
160 University Hall,
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.,
Dayton, OH 45435