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Program checklist · Nursing, BS Major in

Nursing, BS Major in

Hofstra University · Hempstead, NY

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Program
Award
Nursing, BS Major in
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The Bachelor of Science with a major in Nursing program, through an interprofessional learning model, prepares graduates for the Registered Nurse (RN) role providing quality, holistic, scientifically sound, evidenced-based, patient-centered care while optimizing the health and well-being of diverse populations and communities for the betterment of humanity. The purpose of this program is to prepare nurses to be providers, innovators, leaders, managers, and care coordinators as well as ethical members of the nursing profession.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
191649
CourseShelf checklist
CK_191649_79aefae0
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Application

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  1. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a Direct Entry Program. Students must indicate a major of nursing on their application to be considered.
    Not resolved to a course
  2. The final candidates may be invited for an interview.
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  3. Admission to this program is highly selective with limited seating offered
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Admission & Progression Requirements

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    Freshman Direct Entry Admission Requirements

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      Transfer and Change of Major Admission Requirements

      11 items
      1. Transfer students include those that completed at least one semester of college and should not apply until semester grades have been finalized. Internal transfer (change of major) students must meet the nursing program admission guidelines outlined to be considered for admission.
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      2. Hofstra’s academic programming requires a minimum of 3 years of full-time study to complete the BS in Nursing. This means that students will be entering as either a freshman or sophomore even though credit hours may equate to a junior or senior. This may affect students’ timelines for completing their overall undergraduate degree as well as impact their scholarship allocations.
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      3. Students interested in transferring into Hofstra’s nursing program are subject to all policies related to Hofstra University’s transfer credit policy for all non-major requirements.
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      4. Transferring students may request a credit evaluation before applying through undergraduate admissions.
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      5. Transfer students who do not have an associate degree or higher must submit a copy of their high school transcript as proof of high school graduation.
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      6. A minimum cumulative college grade point average of 2.75 is required for admission. The program is highly selective, and a 2.75 GPA does not guarantee admission.
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      7. Students who have been dismissed from another nursing program will not be admitted for transfer to the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies.
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      8. Transfer credit will not be awarded for any clinical nursing course.
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      9. Transfer credit will be awarded for grades of C+ or higher.
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      10. Courses transferring in for credit must be completed within 7 years of the date of enrollment.
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      11. Biology and chemistry transfer courses must include a lab component in order to be considered for transfer credit or for degree completion.
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      Progression Requirements

      5 items
      1. Attend Hofstra University for all undergraduate course work;
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      2. Adhere to professional standards, university policies, and Nursing Program policies;
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      3. Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 for each of the eight semesters.
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      4. Follow the prescribed curriculum and remain in the undergraduate nursing program;
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      5. Document prescribed clinical and laboratory hours.
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      Major Requirements - Total Semester Hours: 61

      18 items
      1. Required Nursing Courses
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      2. NUR 011
        Professional Nursing Seminar I Semester Hours: 1
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      3. NUR 012
        Professional Nursing Seminar II Semester Hours: 1
        Not resolved to a course
      4. NUR 105
        Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice Semester Hours: 3
        Not resolved to a course
      5. NUR 108A
        Integrated Pathophysiology with Pharmacologic Principles I Semester Hours: 3
        Not resolved to a course
      6. NUR 108B
        Integrated Pathophysiology with Pharmacologic Principles II Semester Hours: 3
        Not resolved to a course
      7. NUR 109
        Basic Health Assessment and Practicum Semester Hours: 3
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      8. NUR 112
        Seminars in Nursing II Semester Hours: 1
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      9. NUR 118
        Ethical Integration of Patient Safety and Improvement Sciences in High Reliability Systems Semester Hours: 3
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      10. NUR 119
        Transition to Professional Leadership Semester Hours: 3
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      11. NUR 130
        Fundamental Nursing Care of the Adult Semester Hours: 5.5
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      12. NUR 131
        Adult Gerontological Nursing and Care of Elder Patients with Chronic Disease Semester Hours: 5.5
        Not resolved to a course
      13. NUR 133
        Family & Patient Centered Care of Women Semester Hours: 4
        Not resolved to a course
      14. NUR 134
        Care of Individuals and Communities with Behavioral Health Disorders Semester Hours: 4
        Not resolved to a course
      15. NUR 135
        Care of the Surgical Populations Across Transitions Semester Hours: 2
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      16. NUR 140
        Fundamental Nursing Care of Populations & Communities Semester Hours: 5
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      17. NUR 141
        Family and Patient Centered Care of Children and Adolescents Semester Hours: 6
        Not resolved to a course
      18. NUR 146
        Health Policy and Advocacy Semester Hours: 2
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      Sample Schedule: Nursing, BS (127 Semester Hours)

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        Source. Hofstra University, catalog 2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin — https://bulletin.hofstra.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=147&poid=32498&returnto=28222. Captured page pages/0274.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.