Bachelor of Science in Nursing 3-Year Program (Similar to B.S.N.)
Earn your B.S. with a major in nursing from OHSU
Get a high-quality nursing degree from one of our five campuses across Oregon: Ashland, Klamath Falls, La Grande, Monmouth or Portland.
- A better degree for your career. Earn a higher salary and access more job opportunities with a B.S. degree.
- Local and convenient. Go to school close to home.
- Full campus life experience. Enjoy 100% access to student activities, amenities and resources on our host campuses.
- High-quality nursing education. Learn from top nursing faculty at Oregon’s only academic health center.
- Advanced learning tools. Gain deeper knowledge and enhance your skills in our nursing simulation labs.
- Diverse clinical experiences planned for you. Gain hands-on experience across multiple sites, learning to care for patients with a variety of health needs. OHSU arranges all your clinical placements.
- Quick path to your future. Graduate in just three years with a degree that takes you further.
Application deadline extended
Klamath Falls and Monmouth are now accepting applications on a rolling basis until May 1.
Nursing scholarships
OHSU offers more nursing scholarships than ever before. See if you qualify.
Admission and application requirements
Follow these steps to complete your application, and you’ll be on your way.
Admissions
Before you apply, you need:
- Completed prerequisites: 28 quarter credits. Credits must be completed by the end of the fall term the year before you start your program.*
- A 3.0 minimum GPA in prerequisites courses
- C- or better in all prerequisite courses
*Students applying to Klamath Falls for fall 2025 have until the end of winter 2025 to complete prerequisites.
How to apply
Follow these steps to apply:
- Now accepting applications on a rolling basis until May 1 for Klamath Falls and Monmouth programs. Applications for Ashland, La Grande and Portland will reopen in August.
- Go to Nursing CAS and apply.
- Enter your college courses in Nursing CAS.
- Send transcripts to CAS. Contact Nursing CAS to ensure your transcripts arrive.
Tuition and scholarships
Affordable nursing school tuition puts your degree in reach. If you need assistance, explore scholarships.
- Cost: $434 per credit for Oregon residents, $796 for non-residents. Learn more about tuition and cost of attendance.
- Scholarships: OHSU offers many nursing scholarships to help you fund your education. See what’s available and if you qualify.
Classes and degree requirements
You need 180 credits to complete the B.S. with a major in nursing program. This includes 93 credits in nursing, 72 non-nursing credits and 15 credits that can be either nursing or non-nursing. The non-nursing credits include the prerequisites you must take before you enroll (45 quarter/30 semester hours).
Along the way, OHSU faculty and staff will help guide your success.
Why get your B.S. in nursing from OHSU?
During our 3-year program, you’ll take all your classes locally from OHSU’s leading faculty members. Graduate with a degree from Oregon’s only academic health center.
- Unlock career opportunities with a bachelor’s degree. A B.S. in nursing can help you earn a higher salary and access more job choices.
- Learn in an environment that feels personal. Enjoy a low student-faculty ratio and stay with the same cohort for all three years.
- Pursue a high-quality education. Gain knowledge and experience to meet the complex health care needs of diverse patient populations.
Still have questions? Contact an admissions counselor to schedule a call.
3-year B.S. in nursing frequently asked questions
Why get a B.S. in nursing instead of an associate’s degree?
A bachelor’s degree in nursing offers many advantages over an associate’s degree (ADN/ASN). Nurses with bachelor’s degrees typically become critical thinkers, problem solvers and successful leaders. They also provide better patient care. Top hospitals and clinics seek out nurses with bachelor’s degrees to improve patient outcomes.
How do I apply for the 3-year B.S. in nursing program?
Visit Nursing CAS to start your application.
Do I need to apply to the school that hosts the program, too?
No, you do not need to apply to the host school to get admitted to OHSU’s 3-year B.S. in nursing program.
Where are classes and clinicals?
You’ll take classes at School of Nursing’s main campus in Portland or at one of our host campuses in Ashland, Klamath Falls, La Grande, or Monmouth.
- For our Portland program, you’ll take classes on OHSU’s main campus.
- For our Klamath Falls program, you’ll take classes at Oregon Institute of Technology.
- For our La Grande program, you’ll take classes at Eastern Oregon University.
- For our Monmouth program, you’ll take classes at Western Oregon University.
- For our Ashland program, you’ll take classes at Southern Oregon University.
For clinicals, it depends on the location. Each campus works with many clinical partners. Some are close to campus; others require travel.
Are the programs in Klamath Falls, La Grande, Monmouth and Ashland the same as the program on OHSU’s main campus?
Each of our five campuses offers the same high-quality nursing education.
Will this program work for people with children and/or jobs?
Yes. Our program includes a variety of students, such as parents and people with full-time jobs.
Contact us
- Ask admissions
- Attend an information session
- Call us at 503-494-7725 or 866-223-1811 (toll free)
Teshia's story
Read about Teshia Wilburn, a student in OHSU’s B.S. in Nursing 3-year program. Passionate about health advocacy, she earned the 2024 diversity scholarship and works to make health care accessible to all.
Hear from students
“This is such a great program. Whether you are a traditional student or married with kids, you have a place here. It is never too late.”
—Montana Rundall, Klamath Falls, Class of 2025
Accreditation
OHSU is accredited by the NWCCU and OHSU School of Nursing is accredited by the CCNE.