Bachelor of Science in Nursing
About the Program
As a leader in nursing education, the Radford University School of Nursing provides students with the opportunity to excel in a field where the demand grows stronger each year. The program prepares professional nurses who can function in a variety of settings. This program is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing and has full accreditation by CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education).
Graduates qualify to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination in the state of their choice. Membership in the Epsilon Psi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing is available to qualified students who demonstrate outstanding academic and leadership abilities. The Army ROTC has designated RU as a partner in Nursing Education.
The program in nursing is demanding both academically and physically. Students admitted to the upper division must meet the ethical and technical standards of professional nursing, health records, criminal background checks, and urine drug testing are required. Due to the rigorous program, upper-division students are discouraged from working outside of school for more than 10 hours per week.
Student Support
We know the path to higher education can be daunting, which is why we’re here to help.
As a student of the Roanoke Higher Education Center, you will have access to:
- Library collections and services
- Student Success Center
- Career Center
- Computer lab and student lounge
- Cafe serving breakfast and lunch
- Free parking with a student parking pass
Radford University Resources Available To Students Enrolled Via RHEC:
- Radford University Bookstore
- McConnell Library
- Center for Accessibility Services
- Military Resource Center
- Financial Aid Office
- Career Center at Radford University
- Division of Student Affairs
- Division of Information Technology (Radford University 25 station Computer Lab on Site at RHEC)