DRAFT - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Rutgers University–Camden offers a rigorous four-year curriculum that blends liberal arts education with hands-on clinical experience and advanced simulation training. Students are prepared to become critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and socially responsible citizens. The program includes immersive service-learning opportunities both locally and internationally, with study abroad options in countries such as Guatemala and South Africa.
Rutgers–Camden provides three entry paths into the BSN program:
- Traditional: Designed for first-year students enrolling as freshmen.
- Internal Transfer: For current Rutgers students switching into nursing.
- External Transfer: For students transferring from other institutions.
Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam and pursue careers as registered nurses.
Why choose the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program?
The Rutgers–Camden BSN program combines hands-on clinical experiences, advanced simulation training, and global service-learning opportunities to prepare compassionate, confident nurses for today's healthcare environment. With personalized support, renowned faculty, and the value of a world-class Rutgers education at a competitive cost, you'll graduate ready to make an immediate impact in your career and community.
NCLEX pass rate
(2026)
Students employed or pursuing advanced degree post-graduation
(2022)
Undergraduate Nursing Program
(U.S. News & World Report)
Ranked among Best Schools for Men in Nursing 2025
(AAMN)
Career opportunities
A BSN from Rutgers–Camden opens doors to:
- Entry-level RN positions in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings
- Leadership roles such as charge nurse or shift lead
- Advanced study in nursing practice, research, administration, or policy
- Specialized fields like pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, and public health
Program Paths & Plans of Study
Rutgers University-Camden offers three paths into our four-year BS in Nursing program: traditional, internal transfer, and external transfer. Our traditional path is designed primarily for first-year students who enroll as freshmen.
Currently enrolled students admitted as freshmen, and all internal and external transfer students, follow the Plan of Study below.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Download PDF (For students admitted prior to Fall 2026)
- Application Deadlines and Process
Students transferring either from within Rutgers University or from another university follow the Plan of Study below.
- Internal and External Transfer Course Requirements | Download PDF
For Freshman students admitted for Fall 2026 and later, Transfer students admitted for Fall 2027 and later, follow the Plan of Study below.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Download PDF (For students admitted Fall 2026 or later).
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