Undergraduate Health Sciences & Nursing
Nursing B.S.N.
Clinical rotations from sophomore year at Boston’s leading hospitals; 97% first-time NCLEX pass rate.
- Credential
- B.S.N.
- Duration
- 4 years
- Credits
- 128
- Format
- On campus
- Tuition
- $58,400 /yr
- Next start
- Aug 30, 2027
- Apply by
- Jan 15, 2027
Program overview
What this program is about
Campora Nursing starts clinical work in your second year. You will train in our simulation center and rotate through six partner hospitals, including Massachusetts General and Boston Children’s.
Graduates pass the NCLEX-RN on the first try at a 97% rate, and most receive a job offer from a clinical site before graduation.
Learning by doing
Every Campora program includes hands-on work outside the classroom — a co-op, a clinical placement, a residency, a studio project or faculty research. Boston is our campus: more than 600 employers and 30 hospitals are a short ride away.
- 99%employed or in grad school within six months
- $92,000median starting salary
- 16students in an average class
What you will learn
- Deliver safe, evidence-based patient care
- Assess and manage patients across the lifespan
- Lead and delegate in clinical teams
- Communicate with patients and families
- Pass the NCLEX-RN licensure exam
Curriculum
Your courses, term by term
128 credits across 8 terms. Course codes and credits as listed in the 2026–27 catalog.
Year 1 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 101 | Foundations of Nursing | 4 |
| WRT 101 | First-Year Writing Seminar | 4 |
| NUR 111 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| CAP 101 | Boston as Classroom (First-Year Seminar) | 4 |
Year 1 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 121 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| MTH 140 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| NUR 201 | Health Assessment | 4 |
| PHL 110 | Ethics and Society | 4 |
Year 2 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 211 | Pharmacology | 4 |
| HIS 120 | American Histories | 4 |
| NUR 221 | Adult Health Nursing I | 4 |
| COM 210 | Public Speaking | 4 |
Year 2 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 301 | Maternal and Newborn Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 311 | Pediatric Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 321 | Mental Health Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 401 | Adult Health Nursing II | 4 |
Year 3 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 411 | Community Health Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 421 | Nursing Leadership Practicum | 4 |
| NUR 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Year 3 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| NUR 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Year 4 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| NUR 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
Year 4 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| NUR 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Concentrations
Shape the degree around your interests
- 01
Pediatrics
Advanced rotations at Boston Children’s Hospital.
- 02
Critical Care
ICU and emergency nursing.
- 03
Community Health
Public health nursing in Boston neighborhoods.
Career outcomes
Where graduates go
- Registered nurse $104,000
- Pediatric nurse $106,000
- Critical care nurse $112,000
- Nurse practitioner (after D.N.P.) $142,000
Median annual pay in Massachusetts, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational data (2025), rounded.
Recent graduates work at
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Boston Children’s Hospital
- Beth Israel Deaconess
- Brigham and Women’s Hospital
- Boston Medical Center
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Admissions
What you need to apply
- Campora online application or the Common App
- Official high school transcript (college transcripts for transfer students)
- One counselor or teacher recommendation
- Personal essay, 250–650 words
- SAT or ACT scores optional (test-optional)
- High school biology and chemistry with a B or better
Deadlines
- Early Action
- Nov 1, 2026
- Priority scholarship
- Dec 1, 2026
- Regular Decision
- Jan 15, 2027
- Transfer students
- Mar 1, 2027
Tuition & aid
Cost and how to pay for it
| Tuition2026–27, full time | $58,400 |
|---|---|
| Student activity & technology fee | $1,180 |
| Campus housingdouble room | $13,900 |
| Meal planunlimited | $6,800 |
| Books & suppliesestimate | $1,200 |
| Estimated total per year | $81,480 |
Scholarships for this program
- $24,000/yrPresidential ScholarshipGPA 3.8 or higher, renewable
- $18,000/yrDean’s ScholarshipGPA 3.5 or higher, renewable
- up to $30,000Commonwealth Grantneed-based, filed with the FAFSA
Faculty
Who teaches you
My clinical rotation at Mass General turned into my first job offer.
FAQ
Questions students ask
When do clinical rotations begin?
In the spring of your sophomore year, after Health Assessment and Foundations of Nursing.
How long does the program take?
4 years of full-time study. Students who bring AP or transfer credit can finish sooner.
When can I start?
The next start date is August 29, 2027. Apply by January 14, 2027 for priority review.
Can international students apply?
Yes. Campora is approved to enroll F-1 students; our International Student Office helps with the I-20 and arrival.
How do I pay for it?
91% of students receive grants, scholarships or employer support. File the FAFSA and use the net price calculator on the Tuition & Aid page.
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