Nursing (B.S., Major in Nursing)

98%

2023-2026 NCLEX annual pass rate

100%

Employment rate since 2018

Caring Souls

The mission of the Kansas Wesleyan University Department of Nursing Education baccalaureate program is to prepare students as professional nurse generalists by incorporating the areas of biopsychosocial, behavioral and spiritual development into the delivery of nursing education so that students may provide client-centered care, pursue graduate studies and continue lifelong learning.

What Makes KWU’s Nursing Program Unique?

Community Partnerships!
Individual Attention for Student Success!
Strong, Revitalized Curriculum!

Kansas Wesleyan’s Nursing program distinguishes itself because of small class sizes and dedicated attention to our students, dynamic partnering opportunities with the Salina Regional Health Center, and the total revitalization and strengthening of the curriculum. Salina Regional Health Center is a Trauma III critical care facility employing nurses year-round. Many scholarships are available! For more information, click on the link below.

This program is offered:

On Campus

Why Major in Nursing?

A Nursing major prepares students to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a variety of healthcare settings. Through classroom learning, laboratory experiences, and clinical practice, students develop the skills necessary to care for patients across their lifespan.

Nurses play a vital role in improving health outcomes and serving communities. Graduates are prepared to pursue licensure and enter one of the most respected and in-demand professions.

Nursing Scholarship Information

Scholarships for KWU Pre-Licensure Nursing Students

Academic University Scholarships: Contact KWU’s Financial Aid Office for details.
Performance Scholarships: Contact KWU’s Financial Aid Office for details.
Phi Theta Kappa: $1,000 awarded to students transferring from a community college to KWU with a 3.5 GPA. Contact KWU’s Financial Aid Office for details.
Prime Scholarship: $1,000 for nursing students interested in pursuing a career in emergency care. Renewable for freshmen through senior year; no residency requirement. Deadlines: July 31st for fall and December 15th for spring semester. Go to www.primemedicalalert.com/scholarship.

Scholarships and Grants from the State of Kansas

Kansas Comprehensive Grant: $3,500 granted if a Kansas resident, can show financial need and file FAFSA by April 1. Contact KWU’s Financial Aid Office for details.
Kansas State Nursing Scholarship: Apply to Kansas Board of Regents and find a sponsor for whom they agree to work one year for each year that they received the $3,500 scholarship. Priority Deadline: May 1. Go to https://kansasregents.org/students/student_financial_aid/scholarships_and_grants
Kansas State Board of Nursing Scholarship: $1,000/year awarded to two RN students. Go to www.ksbn.org for details.

Scholarships provided by Salina Regional Health Center

Go to http://www.srhc.com/careers/scholarships.php for application and information

Student Loan Forgiveness for recent RN graduates: $10,000 per year with a 1 year tie of service commitment at SRHC.
NEW Scholarship (not part of loan forgiveness) for baccalaureate nursing students. Students must be accepted into a nursing program. $5,000 awarded per semester/$10,000 per year with one year of employment/service to SRHC or any affiliates. Must apply and interview with SRHC.