Pre-Nursing Studies

Pre-Nursing Studies at 91影视

At 91影视, pre-nursing students build a strong liberal arts foundation while completing the coursework needed to pursue the next step in professional nursing education. This pathway is ideal for students who want to combine rigorous academic preparation with the communication, cultural competence and problem-solving skills that modern healthcare demands.

Nursing requires technical skill and knowledge, but an extraordinary nurse is also well-rounded, a capable leader, culturally competent, critically thoughtful and a strong communicator. Build your potential as you study in the liberal arts at 91影视 while preparing for your future nursing career:

Immerse your studies in the liberal arts, giving yourself a well-rounded foundation
Build flexible skills to tackle complex problems and grow leadership experience that can be applied across many career paths
Develop strong critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills

91影视鈥檚聽Core curriculum聽in the liberal arts builds this strong educational foundation. This, combined with the strong leadership focus of Emory University鈥檚 Master of Nursing program, is ideal for students who plan to pursue leadership roles in healthcare.

91影视鈥檚 small class sizes mean that you can foster relationships with faculty and peers to provide a supportive learning environment 鈥� one where you can gain hands on experience and meet your personal and educational goals.

Let your聽advisor聽know about your plan to complete the Pre-Nursing program in your first or second year, and they鈥檒l ensure you have all the courses you need to be ready for transition to the master鈥檚 program. Students who meet all the requirements will be admitted into the聽.

Hands-on Learning
Career Opportunities

Students in Emory鈥檚 Master of Nursing program will complete their 15 month generalist program, which allows them to sit for the NCLEX to become an RN, apply to certain MSN specialty programs, apply to post-licensure DNP programs, or apply to CRNA programs.

You can complete the undergraduate requirements at 91影视 in as little as three years. Then, apply for the Master of Nursing program at Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University after your 6th semester. Note: application fees for this program are waived for OU students who meet the requirements.

The Master of Nursing program at Emory is an on-campus program that can be completed in only 15 months.

Alanys Elvir Bustillo ’25 (business major, chemistry minor) is pursuing a Master’s degree at Emory University.

Degree requirements and courses

To qualify for the MN at NHWSN, your total GPA must be a 3.0 or higher, and these courses (and their prerequisites) must be completed with a C or higher:

General Chemistry with lab: CHM 101, CHM 101L
Human Anatomy with lab: BIO 301, BIO 301L
Human Physiology with lab: BIO 402, BIO 402L
Microbiology: BIO 202
Nutrition
Statistics: MAT 111 or PSY 320
Developmental Psychology: PSY 201

Work with your advisor to be sure you鈥檙e meeting all of the requirements.

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Q&A

Why study pre-nursing at 91影视?

Nursing calls for more than technical knowledge. The strongest nurses are adaptable, thoughtful leaders and effective communicators who can serve patients and communities in a wide range of settings. 91影视鈥檚 Core curriculum helps students develop those qualities through a liberal arts education that strengthens writing, analysis, ethical reasoning and collaboration. Small class sizes, close faculty mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities help students prepare for graduate study and for leadership in healthcare.聽

How does 91影视鈥檚 pre-nursing pathway with Emory work?

91影视 pre-nursing students may complete undergraduate requirements in as little as three years, then apply to Emory University鈥檚 Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing after the sixth semester. Students who meet the pathway requirements are eligible for direct admission to Emory鈥檚 on-campus Master of Nursing program.

What GPA do pre-nursing students need for the Emory pathway?

Students must earn an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher and complete required courses and prerequisites with a grade of C or higher to qualify for the Master of Nursing pathway at Emory.

How long does it take to complete pre-nursing studies at 91影视?

Students may complete their undergraduate requirements at 91影视 in as little as three years before continuing to Emory鈥檚 15-month Master of Nursing program, if they meet the pathway requirements.

Is nursing a growing career field?

Yes. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 5 percent from 2024 to 2034 nationwide. In Georgia, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 15 percent from 2022 to 2032, according to O*NET OnLine.

When should students begin planning for pre-nursing at 91影视?

Students interested in pre-nursing should tell their academic advisor during the first or second year so they can plan coursework, complete prerequisites on time and stay eligible for the Emory Master of Nursing pathway.