Nursing
It's Time to find your path
The University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) offers a 4-year direct admit Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Aquinas College (AQ). This unique partnership with Aquinas College and Trinity Health Grand Rapids provides the opportunity to complete liberal arts and supportive coursework at AQ taught by Aquinas faculty. All nursing coursework is taught by UDM faculty. Students gain hands on clinical experience at Trinity Health Grand Rapids and several other facilities throughout Grand Rapids. Students graduate with a BSN from the University of Detroit Mercy. The program at the Detroit Mercy is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Since nursing students are technically UDM students, they are not eligible to participate on Aquinas College athletic teams.
Direct Admit Program
With the direct admit program, you are assured your spot in the University of Detroit Mercy (Detroit Mercy) Nursing Program right out of high school rather than waiting two years to compete for a spot at another institution.
Explore Nursing at AQ
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Steps for Nursing Applicants
This checklist has everything you need to do before you join us in the University of Detroit Mercy Nursing Program at Aquinas College.View the Checklist
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
Quick Facts: Registered Nurses | |
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2020 Median Pay | $75,330per year $36.22 per hour |
Typical Entry-Level Education | Bachelor's degree |
Work Experience in a Related Occupation | None |
On-the-job Training | None |
Number of Jobs, 2020 | 3,080,100 |
Job Outlook, 2020-30 | 9% (Faster than average) |
Employment Change, 2020-30 | 276,800 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
For more information about what you can do with this major see: https://whatcanidowiththismajor.com/major/nursing/
To make an appointment with Career Services to learn more see: https://aqcareertools.campuscareerinnovations.com/

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