Your Future in Nursing Starts Here.

At the Valdosta State University School of Nursing, you won’t just learn about nursing—you’ll learn how to be a nurse.

Our programs combine strong academics with hands-on learning experiences designed to build your knowledge, clinical judgment, confidence, and leadership skills. You’ll learn alongside experienced faculty who are invested in your success and committed to preparing you for the challenges of today’s health care environment.

What You’ll Gain at VSU

Hands-on experience. Apply what you learn through clinical experiences and learning opportunities that connect the classroom to real-world nursing practice.

Faculty who know and support you. Learn in a student-centered environment where faculty serve as teachers, mentors, coaches, and guides throughout your nursing education.

Confidence and clinical judgment. Develop the critical thinking, decision-making, and evidence-based practice skills you’ll need to provide safe, high-quality care.

Preparation for what comes next. With 1st time NCLEX-RN pass rates that surpass the national average you’ll graduate ready to take your next steps into your professional nursing career.

A chance to make a difference. Prepare to care for individuals, families, and communities while contributing to the health and well-being of the region and beyond.

The Accelerated BSN Path

Once students are accepted into the accelerated BSN program, the program is four semesters (see Core Curriculum for Accelerated BSN Students) Students enroll in the accelerated BSN program each May and graduate the following July (approximately 15 months). Each semester students are enrolled in the nursing program, students will be enrolled in 15 credit hours. 

For more information about our programs, contact an Academic Advisor for the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, 229-253-2866 or conhsadvising@valdosta.edu