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Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Discover Your Path as a Regis Nurse

At Regis University, nursing education goes beyond the classroom. Our prestigious programs emphasize caring for the whole person while equipping you with the knowledge, skills and an ethical foundation to excel in a rapidly evolving health care landscape.

As a Regis nurse, you will gain a deep understanding of nursing science while engaging in meaningful discourse on the values and ethics of the profession. You’ll also learn how to cultivate a commitment to social justice and community service through health care.

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We offer three unique Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) pathways tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners. Which BSN is right for you?

Traditional BSN: Ideal for recent high school graduates or students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. Regis students entering the pre-nursing track receive priority admission into the BSN portion of their program without needing to apply separately, provided they meet the Guaranteed Admission requirements.
Accelerated BSN: Designed for individuals who already hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and want to fast-track their nursing education.
CHOICE BSN: Perfect for professionals already working in health care, this program provides scheduling that can help students balance school, work and other responsibilities.

Whichever path you choose, the result is the same — you will graduate with a BSN degree from the Loretto Heights School of Nursing at Regis University.

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Program Snapshot

Program Format
Daytime on-campus classes and a variety of clinical placements.

Credits for Completion
120 credit hours
58 for pre-nursing requirements
62 for BSN degree completion
Generous transfer credit opportunities

Tuition for the 25-26 Academic Year
$48,490

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Sample Nursing Classes

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NR 414: Health Assessment Across the Lifespan

A holistic approach to evaluating physiological, developmental, psychosocial, spiritual, age-related, socioeconomic and sociocultural components of patient health.

NR 422: Clinical Leadership in Professional Nursing

Apply leadership theories to individual roles, skills and decision-making processes in the provision of nursing care, including health care team coordination, oversight and accountability.

NR 472: Community and Population-Focused Nursing

Analyze nursing roles at the individual, family, community and systems level of practice, with an emphasis on promoting healthy communities through epidemiological, ethical, environmental and public health principles.

Clinical Education

Students complete 756 hours of clinical education to learn hands-on skills in real health care settings across the Front Range (Ft. Collins to Colorado Springs and Boulder to Aurora).

Program Length

Four-year degree including two years of pre-nursing prerequisite and core studies requirements, and four and a half semesters of major course work specific to professional nursing. Graduates are awarded the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with eligibility to take the national licensing examination (NCLEX-RN).

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science degree in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at Regis University’s Loretto Heights School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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Pre-Nursing Requirements

High school students interested in a rewarding career in nursing should consider our pre-nursing track which offers students a guaranteed spot in our competitive BSN program, provided they meet established guidelines by the end of their sophomore year. Students are required to complete all pre-nursing requirements prior to enrolling in major requirements.

Students who complete all pre-nursing requirements outside of Regis submit an application directly to the BSN program within the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions. Students who complete a portion of their pre-nursing requirements through Regis College must also submit a separate application to the BSN program upon completion.

"Classes were uplifting and hands-on"

Chad Powell
Clinical Informatics and Data Team Manager at the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute Medical Group

B.S. Nursing, 2010
M.S. Health Informatics, 2019

Read About Chad's Regis Experience

Chad Powell’s first experience as a Regis student came in 2010 when he earned his B.S. in Nursing from the University. As a nurse, he discovered the electronic health record system at the hospital reignited his love for technology, and he developed a passion for applying data-driven knowledge to improving patient health outcomes.

Chad returned to Regis in 2018 to pursue his M.S. Health Informatics degree, augmenting his broad clinical experience as a nurse with a deeper understanding of technology and the power of information in health care settings. He now works as a Clinical Informatics and Data Team Manager at the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute Medical Group.

You’ve studied both nursing and health informatics at Regis. How do these experiences impact your work today?
I’ve worn a few hats over the years; I’m a jack of all trades and people often come to me for answers. The majority of my job today is with electronic health records systems — blood cancer treatment and protocols are some of the most complicated I’ve ever seen in medicine.

What drew you to return to Regis for your master’s degree?
One of the main reasons I decided to get my master’s at Regis was the small class sizes and individualized attention from faculty. Classes were uplifting and hands-on, professors are great and class sizes are ideal.

Did you find online classes helpful in earning your degree?
I thought I wasn’t well suited for online [classes], but it quickly became the strongest feature of the program. I could study at my own pace and manage my workload around my schedule.

How did the Regis program prepare you to make a career shift into health informatics?
What we were being taught is on the edge of what’s about to happen in health care. We focused on the forefront of what’s new and what’s to come. This absolutely gave me a leg up.

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How to Apply

To apply directly to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, you will need:

High School Students: Completed Regis application
Transfer Students: Completed online application through NursingCAS
Official transcripts from prior college(s) and institutions
Resume
Essay
Two professional and/or academic recommendations

The first step in the application process is to contact an admissions counselor, who can evaluate your prior learning credit, provide information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance and help you through the entire application process.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year: $24,245 per semester
Total program credits: 120 (58 for pre-nursing, 62 for BSN degree completion)
Tuition is one part of the overall cost of attendance, which includes all expenses students may have, including basic living costs. For more information about tuition, fees and your estimated cost of attendance, visit our Cost of Attendance for On-Campus Daytime Undergraduates page. Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Additional fees may include a nursing lab fee, background check and drug screen costs, application fees and clinical fees, among others. Credit hours listed are the total number of credits required to graduate. Students complete 58 credit hours before starting the BSN program major requirements, which may be completed at any regionally accredited institution. The final 62 credit hours are completed as part of the BSN program at Regis University. View the Transfer Guide for a complete list of transfer credit equivalents.

Curious about financial aid options? Regis offers a variety of scholarships, grants and other programs to help you pay for school. Check out our Net Price Calculator to get a better look at what your financial aid package may include.

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Application Timeline

High School Students:
Regis University has a rolling admissions policy. However, you are encouraged to submit your application by the priority deadlines:
For Fall Start
Early Decision: Oct. 1
First-Year Students: Jan. 1
International Students: March 1

Transfer (BSN Major Only):
The BSN Major program begins once a year in June. Admission is awarded on a rolling basis.
Application opens: September 15
Application deadline: February 1
Program starts: June

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Regis University follows in the heritage of the Jesuit Catholic order, prioritizing the development of the whole person while preparing you for the modern world. Learn more about our tradition of excellence and the benefits of a Jesuit education.

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A Culture of Excellence

Learn more about our historic Loretto Heights School of Nursing within the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions and other programs they offer.

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Trad BSN	Accelerated BSN	CHOICE BSN
Ideal for recent high school graduates or students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree	Designed for individuals who already hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and want to fast-track their nursing education.	Perfect for professionals already working in health care, this program provides flexible scheduling to help students balance school, work and other responsibilities.
120 credit hours (58 for pre-nursing requirements 62 for BSN degree completion) Generous transfer credit opportunities	120 credit hours (56 for pre-nursing requirements 64 for BSN degree completion) Generous transfer credit opportunities	120 credit hours (58 for pre-nursing requirements 62 for BSN degree completion) Generous transfer credit opportunities
Daytime on-campus classes Weekday clinicals	On-campus classes Monday-Friday	Evening on-campus classes Weekend clinicals In the final semester of the program, clinicals may be any day of the week.
Time Commitment: Four years (two years of pre-nursing prerequisite and two years of professional nursing	Time Commitment: 12 months All prerequisites must be completed before starting the program and can be applied as transfer credit from your prior degree.	Time Commitment: As little as 2 years
High School Students: Completed Regis application Transfer Students: Completed online application through NursingCAS Regis students entering the pre-nursing track receive priority admission into the BSN portion of their program without needing to apply separately.	Completed online application through NursingCAS	Completed online application through NursingCAS