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High tech learning
Our labs are set up just like local hospitals, and we have the latest teaching technology.
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Holistic admissions
The Bronson School of Nursing (BSON) is committed to building and sustaining a diverse academic community of faculty, staff and students.
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Virtual Reality
Enhancing your classroom experience with the latest technology
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Holistic certification
Endorsed by the American Holistic Nursing Certification Corporation, the credentialing body for holistic nursing
By focusing on current and emerging knowledge, skills and practice, you'll become effective and competitive in the nursing field. You will be ready for today's nursing workplace thanks to many interprofessional learning activities with other disciplines in the College of Health and Human Services and with our classrooms and labs that feature the latest teaching technology.
Our bachelor's degree is one of only a few to receive endorsement from the American Holistic Nursing Certification Corporation. That assures that you'll receive a quality nursing education with a unique perspective on the whole patient here at WMU.
Wellness focused
The WMU Bronson School of Nursing is proud to be a Holistically Endorsed School since 2001. Our nursing program is one of nine departments within the College of Health and Human Services that share a common emphasis on holistic practice education. The mission and philosophy of CHHS and the University support and are congruent with our holistic-centered curriculum.
Students at a mindful meditation session during finals week.
Student success rates
First-time NCLEX pass rate
Program goal: exceed national average
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81% 2022
National avg: 79%
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86% 2021
National avg: 82%
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96% 2020
National avg: 88%
Graduation rate
Program goal: 90%
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95% 2019-22
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97% 2018-21
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98% 2017-20
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Our BSN program features small class sizes, many clinical experiences and interprofessional learning with some of the other disciplines in the College of Health and Human Services, like physical therapists and occupational therapists. Learn beside the people you'll be working with after graduation.
RN to BSN Program
Being a nurse is already hard. Our online RN-BSN program is designed to make getting your BSN just a little bit easier for working nurses. Our flexible curriculum and online classes are just the beginning.
Master of Science in Nursing
The online MSN program at the Bronson School of Nursing is designed specifically for RNs who want to expand their knowledge and expertise. Our graduates are leaders in promoting health care in individuals and communities.
News and Media
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Video of WMU MSN: Nurse Educator Program
MSN: Nurse Educator Concentration
Learn about the nurse educator concentration in our MSN program.
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Video of BSON Fall 2021 MSN Hooding and BSN Pinning Ceremony
Fall 2021 Pinning Ceremony
Celebrate the fall 2021 graduates from the Bronson School of Nursing.
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Video of BSON Spring 2021 Pinning Ceremony
Spring 2021 Pinning Ceremony
Celebrate the spring 2021 graduates from the Bronson School of Nursing.
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Video of Faculty Feature - Dr. Elissa Allen - Nursing
#FacultyFeature Dr. Elissa Allen
Learn more about WMU's Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Dr. Elissa Allen.
