Department of Nursing
Prepare for a career as a compassionate, talented nurse who makes a difference in your community.
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Experience Bethel for yourself
Visiting campus is the best way to learn about Bethel and our majors. As you explore our welcoming community, you can attend a class, meet with students and professors, and get a taste of life in our program.
Meaningful preparation
Program highlights
All our academic departments stand out for their excellence and innovation—and the way our professors care about their students. Learn more about what sets our department apart.
Learning opportunities
You’ll find numerous opportunities to travel the world, get involved, apply what you’ve learned. Join student organizations like the Bethel Student Nurse Association, Nurses Christian Fellowship, and Chi-At-Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, or pursue research opportunities with faculty.
Advanced facilities
You’ll learn in our state-of-the-art nursing complex, which includes two skills labs and four life-like simulation labs. Here, you'll experience the nurse’s role in a controlled situation, which prepares you for professional nursing practice.
Early admit option
If you have an ACT score of 26 or higher or a TEAS exam score of advanced or higher, you'll have an opportunity for early admittance into the nursing program.
Faith integration
You’ll study the core concepts of nursing from a Christian perspective, integrating faith into your coursework.
Real-world impact
Career outcomes
A degree in nursing prepares you for diverse career paths and further education.
Skills
You’ll learn how to:
- Think critically
- Utilize evidence based on research
- Make decisions in ethically challenging situations
- Communicate to a diverse population of individuals
- Understand the complexities of the healthcare system
- Integrate your Christian faith with nursing practice
Careers
You’ll be prepared to work in:
- Acute care facilities
- Emergency rooms
- Home care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Mental health settings
- Intensive care units
- Long-term care facilities
- Missions
- Public health agencies
- Research facilities
- Schools
Graduate school
You can go on to study:
- Nurse anesthesia
- Clinical specialties
- Nursing practice
- Midwifery
- Public health
- Nursing education
- Nursing leadership
Our Community
Alumni spotlight
Elizabeth Hicok
Degree: Nursing
Meet Elizabeth Hicok ’23. She’s grateful for how Bethel has prepared her for the nursing field, the relationships she’s made, and the support she’s found from her Bethel peers and professors.
Recent news
Bethel launches the Anderson Family College of Health Sciences
October 10, 2024 | 9 a.m.
Celebrating Excellence: the 2024 Campus Compact Award recipients
June 05, 2024 | 10:45 a.m.
Upcoming events
DEC 10 2024
1:20 p.m. University Library
Join Dr. De Haan as she shares the findings from the literature and research conducted for her dissertation. She will provide practical ways to create, evaluate, and revise exam items to improve item and exam statistics so that exams are strong and fairly constructed.
FEB 14 2025
Dedication Ceremony of the Nursing Class of 2027
4 p.m. Benson Great Hall
Dedication Ceremony of the College of Arts & Sciences Nursing Class of 2027
MAY 23 2025
Pinning Ceremony of the Nursing Class of 2025
3 p.m. Benson Great Hall
Pinning Ceremony of the College of Arts & Sciences Nursing Class of 2025
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Connect with a counselor
They’ll answer your questions, connect you with professors, and help you find the right time to visit campus. They’ll be there every step of the way to help make applying to Bethel as smooth as possible.
Faculty mentors
Meet your professors
You’ll experience close mentorship alongside supportive and knowledgeable professors who always have an open-door policy. You’ll also get to learn in a state-of-the-art nursing complex that includes two skills labs and four life-like simulation labs.
Diane Dahl Ph.D., M.S.N., RN
Interim Dean of Healthcare Programs and Dean of Nursing; Chief Nursing Administrator
Student Support
Your support team
At Bethel, you’ll experience a community where you belong. And that means you’ll be able to access numerous tools for your academic success—tutoring, mentors, study help, and more.
Career coaching and preparation
A dedicated team is here to empower you to lead a purposeful life. Career coaches will help you build a resume, pursue internships and jobs, and provide support at every step of the way.
Academic advising
No matter your goals, you’ll find support from your advisor. They’ll help you plan your courses and will provide support as you complete your degree and start a successful career.
Tutoring and academic support
The Academic Enrichment and Support Center (AESC) will be your first stop for academic support. You’ll find help in building study skills, academic counseling, and more.
Faith formation
As you develop your faith, you’ll have support from our Campus Ministries team. From Chapel to Bible studies, you’ll have numerous opportunities to explore and grow in your faith.
Accessible education
Tuition and financial aid
We want you to understand from the beginning what a Bethel education costs. That’s why we made it simple. Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, tuition for the College of Arts & Sciences will be $25,990—down from $44,050. This more accurately reflects what you can expect to pay, empowering you to make informed decisions and become who you're meant to be.
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