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Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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The South Dakota State University College of Nursing provides a strong academic and clinical background for entry into professional nursing, as well as opportunities for registered nurses to further their education by obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.). 

The Standard B.S.N. is for students seeking a more traditional four year degree. It  is offered in Brookings, Rapid City or Sioux Falls. The Accelerated B.S.N. is a twelve month option for students seeking a fast track degree. It is offered in Rapid City or Sioux Falls. The RN to B.S.N. is for registered nurses who want to pursue their bachelor's degree. It is delivered online. 

NCLEX-RN First-time pass rate 2023

94.33%

As reported by NCLEX® Program Report, 2023-2024.

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Badge for Best RN to B.S.N. Program in South Dakota

Websites rank ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ nursing programs among best in state, nation

South Dakota State University has claimed the top spots in three rankings of South Dakota's best, most affordable and fastest online RN to B.S.N. — registered nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing — programs.

³ÉÈËÊÓƵ prof to study palliative care, end-stage renal disease

Brandon Varilek, assistant professor in South Dakota State University’s College of Nursing, has received a grant to study palliative care use, kidney transplant rates, and explore survival statistics among American Indians with end-stage renal disease caused by diabetes.

Scrubsandbeyond.com ranks ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ No. 15 in nation

South Dakota State University has been named one of 2022’s best colleges for nursing by the website Scrubsandbeyond. ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ was ranked No. 15, climbing 24 spots from its ranking in 2021.