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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Launching fall 2026: earn your BSN in Denver, CO

Classes Start Soon

Program begins fall 2026

Graduate in Under 3 Years

New cohorts in January, May, and September

Experiential Learning

Over 750 clinical hours and 270 laboratory hours

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Concordia University, St. Paul is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Colorado State Authorization

At the October 23, 2024, Full Board meeting, the State Board of Nursing voted to approve Platt College baccalaureate degree in nursing teach out plan, recognized Concordia University St. Paul as the governing body of Platt College BSN program starting January 1, 2025, and accepted Concordia University St. Paul CCNE accredited BSN curriculum for the new admissions starting January 2025.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program in Colorado is approved by the Colorado Board of Nursing, located at 1560 Broadway, Suite 1350, Denver, CO 80202 P 303.894.7800 F 303.894.7693, www.colorado.gov/dora/dpo.

Licensing Requirements

Each state has different requirements for professional licensure and certifications. If you are considering an academic program that prepares you to pursue professional licensure or certification, you are strongly encouraged to contact your state’s licensing authority for guidance before beginning an academic program outside of your state. (Please see information about licensing/certification and links to state boards for your program of interest below.) Additional licensure requirements may include professional examinations, background checks, years of work experience, fingerprinting requirements, etc.

If you relocate during your course of study: Since licensing requirements vary by state, moving to a different state before or during your program may impact the requirements for licensure or certification. If you are considering relocating, you should contact the licensing authorities provided for your desired program.

Nursing

CSP’s pre-licensure nursing programs prepare students to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN®), which is required for professional nursing licensing in all states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. CSP BSN program graduates are eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN® in any state. States may require additional licensure application conditions including but not limited to background studies that may include fingerprinting. State specific professional nursing licensure requirements are accessible via the identified state’s nursing board website.

Graduates of CSP Global’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program are well-prepared to enter the nursing profession. With a BSN, you’ll be able to choose between various competitive nursing specialties, such as:

  • Emergency nursing
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Surgical nursing
  • Cardiac nursing
  • Community health nursing
  • School nursing

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of registered nurses will grow by 5% from 2024 to 2034, with approximately 189,100 job openings each year during this period. This growth, coupled with a median annual wage of $93,600 as of May 2024, underscores the promising career prospects for nursing professionals.

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