BSN Degree - Undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

Earn Your Undergraduate BSN from a Leader in Nursing Education

A BSN is a four-year nursing program that is the standard for entry-level nursing positions today and is increasingly a prerequisite for work in hospital settings. Whether you're a recent high school graduate, a transfer student, or a Registered Nurse looking to earn your BSN degree, we can help you become the nurse you are meant to be. 

As one of the most established undergraduate nursing programs in Philadelphia, Gwynedd Mercy University’s Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions has built a reputation for innovation and leadership in nursing that spans more than 50 years. GMercyU is known for producing excellent nurses, and our undergraduate BSN degree programs are the makings of future nurse leaders.

GMercyU’s BSN degree program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commissions on Collegiate Nursing Education.

The GMercyU Difference

Gwynedd Mercy University, one of the top nursing schools in Philadelphia, provides a combination of educational advantages that you won’t find anywhere else.  Here, you will develop your sense of professional ethics as well as the leadership, interpersonal and technological skills you need to be a well-rounded nurse leader.  We offer:

• State-of-the-art technology, including SIM mannequins and Advanced Video System (AVS) replay for improved confidence and deeper understanding
• 200+ regional health care affiliations
• Richer learning experience with our low 13:1 laboratory and 8:1 clinical student-faculty ratios 
• 89% average first-time pass rate on the National Certification Licensing Examination (NCLEX) in 2017
• All undergraduate bachelor's in nursing courses taught by experienced credentialed instructors with clinical backgrounds (no teaching assistants)
• Diverse, real-world clinical preparation featuring actual patient care and interaction with health care professionals in a variety of specialties and settings
• Degree program approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
• Study abroad in Ireland at the University of Limerick. Learn more about this opportunity on our study abroad page!

Options for Transfer Students

Three-Year Program: Through a special degree completion program, transfer students with 24 to 35 (or more) transferable credits can earn a BSN in just three years. You will need to have completed either Anatomy and Physiology I and II or Chemistry for Health Professions I and II (or equivalent courses) to graduate within three academic years. You also may be eligible for a special transfer student scholarship when you enroll on our Main Campus

BSN Degree - Start Here!

Offered on our 314-acre campus in Gwynedd Valley, Pa., our undergraduate 4 year BSN degree bachelor's degree provides you with the quality education and clinical experience you need to succeed, along with all the benefits of a traditional undergraduate college experience, including rich campus life and 19 NCAA Division III athletic programs. 

As a bachelor's in nursing student at GMercyU, you will work closely with faculty and other students who share your passion for providing exceptional nursing care. You also will develop the knowledge and clinical skills needed to become a leader in the nursing profession, which is why we are ranked as one of the top nursing schools in Philadelphia.

If you already hold a bachelor of science in nursing, check out GMercyU's graduate nursing programs.

Other Degree Options

Change Careers with our Weekend BSN Program

For students who hold a bachelor's degree in another field and want to become a nurse, GMercyU offers a Weekend BSN on our Main Campus in Gwynedd Valley, Pa.  Learn more about GMercyU's Weekend BSN program.

Undergraduate Minors

Increase the value of your degree by adding an undergraduate minor. GMercyU offers a wide variety of minors so you can choose the one that best meets your personal and professional goals.