College of Nursing

The College of Nursing provides a strong academic program, professors with firsthand knowledge and a realistic learning environment for future nurses. We offer program options in Brookings, Rapid City, Sioux Falls and online. We also offer a health science minor for both nursing and non-nursing students and an innovative healthcare leadership specialization for students pursuing their Bachelor of Science in health studies through the College of Education and Human Sciences.

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Nursing Degrees

Bachelor of Science (BSN)

This program provides a strong academic and clinical background for entry into professional nursing, as well as opportunities for registered nurses to further their education by obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Bachelor of Science (BSN)

Master of Science (MSN)

The MSN program prepares nurses for advanced practice in nursing administration or education.

Master of Science (MSN)

Postgraduate Certificates

Expand your knowledge and credentials with a postgraduate certificate.

Postgraduate Certificates

Doctor of Nursing Practice

The DNP program prepares advanced practice registered nurses to transform clinical practice as expert clinicians and leaders with a special focus on rural and underserved populations.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in nursing prepares scientists to assume roles as health care researchers, faculty and health care administrators with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention in underserved and rural populations.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)