The nursing major is very small, which is nice because you have small classes and have a nice student-professor ratio. The material is interesting and challenging and overall makes you feel like everything you are learning is essential to being a successful nurse.
— Alyssa Randall-Rose (NHS’22)

About the Program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a traditional four-year program. A highly regarded faculty provides students with a grounding in clinical skills; knowledge in the biological, physical, and social sciences; and nursing theory. Students have access to diverse health systems and community-based organizations around the Washington region and the O’Neill Family Foundation Clinical Simulation Center in St. Mary’s Hall. Students are well prepared for the NCLEX-RN examination. Georgetown’s nursing programs are recognized by the National League for Nursing as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education. Alumni of the BSN Program have gone on to diverse careers, prestigious graduate programs, and leadership roles in various sectors.
Program Features
- Direct-entry nursing program with hands-on clinical experience in the first year of study
- 850-plus total clinical hours in a variety of clinical settings (view a list of primary clinical sites)
- Senior nursing practicum allows students to gain further experience in an area of their choice
- High first-time pass rates on NCLEX-RN exam, typically 96-100%
- A BSN Honors Program
- State-of-the-art O’Neill Family Foundation Clinical Simulation Center
Student Experience
Hear From Students in the BSN Program at Georgetown
Program Admissions
Application Deadlines
Early Action – November 1, 2022
Regular Decision – January 10, 2023
Transfer – March 1, 2023
BSN Honors Program
This three-semester Honors Program allows students in the undergraduate nursing major with academic potential to be challenged at the highest level. Through scholarly inquiry, participants in the Nursing Honors Program address a contemporary issue related to clinical nursing practice.
For Current Students
Schedule a meeting with your academic dean, see a degree progression plan, or view more resources for current School of Nursing students, including academic calendars.