Nursing Programs
Preparing confident, compassionate nurses.
Nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling. Our programs blend science, technology, and compassionate care to prepare women to excel as confident, skilled healthcare leaders.
You’ll learn in our state-of-the-art health professions skills and simulation center, gain diverse real-world clinical experience starting as early as your first year, and train alongside other health professionals to prepare for today’s collaborative care environments.
With personalized advising, one-on-one faculty mentorship, NCLEX coaching, and ongoing support even after graduation, you’ll be ready to step into your nursing career with confidence.
Your Path to Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
For first-time or transfer students
- Flexible 3-year or 4-year pathways, depending on your transfer credits
- Accepted into the BSN Pathway as a freshman if applying from high school
- Earn your CNA after your first semester of nursing classes
- Clinical rotations beginning in your first or second year
- Hands-on learning and interprofessional training for real-world readiness
- Dedicated faculty and NCLEX support to ensure your success as an RN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN)
For active LPNs
- Streamlined program for active LPNs/LVNs — earn your BSN in just 2 years after prerequisites
- Designed for working nurses—balance work, life, and study
- Prepares you to pass the NCLEX-RN and step into expanded RN roles
Practical Nursing Certificate
For aspiring LPNs
- 1-year hybrid program to earn your PN certificate and become an LPN after passing the NCLEX-PN
- Seamless transition option into the LPN to BSN program for eligible graduates
- Guaranteed spot in LPN to BSN with admission requirements met
Program Awards
- College of Saint Mary earned recognition as a College of Distinction for nursing for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 academic years.
- Named the No. 2 Best Colleges for Nursing in Nebraska in 2023 by Niche.
- College Factual named CSM one of the nation's best-value colleges for Nursing. CSM ranked 45th out of 649 colleges, placing it in the top 7% of best-value colleges nationally.