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Nursing
Major
Why Study Nursing at Goshen College?
As a nursing major at Goshen College, you’ll study in new state-of-the-art facilities and join a program with a rich history of excellence—established in 1950 as the first of its kind in Indiana. Our program is renowned for producing graduates who provide compassionate, culturally sensitive and high-quality care. Employers often prefer Goshen College nursing graduates for their holistic approach and cross-cultural awareness.
Our nursing program offers a comprehensive educational pathway, including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, allowing you to advance seamlessly in your nursing career.
Career Paths
Our alumni work in hospitals, clinics, community health organizations, and educational institutions. Graduates of our nursing program are well-prepared for roles such as:
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Nurse Educator
- Healthcare Administrator
Credits and Requirements
To be admitted into the nursing program, students must have a college grade point average of 2.7 or higher. The curriculum includes foundational courses in sciences and nursing, along with clinical experiences to prepare you for diverse healthcare settings.
Your coursework will cover areas such as:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology
- Pharmacology
- Nursing Ethics
- Community Health Nursing
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
Goshen College emphasizes learning through real-world experience. Opportunities might include:
- Clinical placements in various healthcare settings both in the hospital settings and in the community, so that students are exposed to the wide breath of nursing opportunities within the field
- Simulation labs that mimic real patient care scenarios in our brand new state of the art 21 million dollar simulation and skills labs
- Service-learning projects within the community, such as, partnering with Goshen Health to assist in running their annual flu shot clinic
Scholarships
Goshen College offers scholarships specifically for nursing students based on academic performance and financial need. For more information on available scholarships and the application process, please visit our financial aid page.
Facilities & Resources
Students have access to state-of-the-art Westlawn facilities featuring our newly renovated nursing & public health spaces, including:
- Modern simulation equipment: OB, Pediatrics, and Acute-Trauma focused rooms and equipment, skills lab
- Comprehensive nursing resources
- Collaborative learning spaces at Goshen Hospital