Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is designed as a four-year nursing program. In the first two years, students in the pre-nursing track complete the Core Curriculum and pre-nursing science requirements and then apply to the Nursing Major. Upon successful admission to nursing, students spend the third and fourth years taking almost exclusively nursing courses.Ave Maria University is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing to offer the BSN degree. Our program adheres to the Charter for Health Care Workers issued by the Pontifical Council for Pastoral Assistance to Health Care Workers (1995). As of March 2021, this nursing education program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing®.

The baccalaureate nursing program at Ave Maria University located in Ave Maria, FL is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing® (ACEN®).

3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400

Atlanta, GA 30326

(404) 975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN® Board of Commissioners for the AMU BSN nursing program is continuing accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN® regarding this program on the ACEN® website.

1. Critical thinking. Throughout your coursework, you will gain understanding of and experience with evidence-based practice, communication, collaboration, professional leadership, cultural humility, professional values and information technology. These skills combine to create a solid background as you begin your nursing career, and will assist you as you navigate your personal life.

2. Catholic understanding of the human person. At Ave Maria University, we take a decidedly faith-based approach to nursing. By embracing Catholic values that respect the dignity of each individual, you will apply what you learn in the nursing program to a career focused on bringing healing and hope to others.

3. Catholic Bioethics. As you partake in a Catholic-focused approach toward nursing, you will grow in respect for ethical medical treatments as you care for the sick and suffering through the love of Christ.