Nursing

Department of Nursing

Department of Nursing Welcomes You

Welcome to the Department of Nursing at Tarleton State University. Our mission is to provide academically and clinically challenging programs that engage students in acquiring value-based understanding, attitude, knowledge and skills essential for professional nursing careers, responsible citizenship and leadership. We are delighted that you are considering the nursing program at Tarleton as your choice for advancing your education and your career.

A degree from Tarleton is an affordable choice both financially as well as in terms of your time. Originally established in 1976, Tarleton’s nursing program has a thirty-four year history of academic excellence in preparing graduates to professionally and competently care for patients.  As one of 1,250+ alumni of the Tarleton Nursing Program, doors will be wide open to you. And, the time to become a nurse has never been better.  With predictions that the Nursing shortage will continue for the next decade, a Nursing career will mean choices in work settings, types of positions, and security knowing that there is a well-paying and prestigious position waiting for you upon graduation.

Our outstanding faculty and staff are ready to help you meet your educational needs in an environment that is engaging and interesting. As a TSU nursing student, you will be challenged to strive for excellence and professionalism in the classroom, clinical, and community settings. Please review this website for admission and program details and call to make an appointment with one of our faculty advisors. We are confident that your decision to join us will be a good one.

Program Accreditation.  The Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing program is fully accredited by the Texas Board of Nursing. The baccalaureate program at Tarleton State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 887-6791.

Highlights

• MSN Program Approved. Tarleton's recently approved Master of Science in Nursing program offers two concentrations in the MSN program, Nursing Education and Nursing Administration. Accepting students for Fall 2012. Deadline for application August 1, 2012. Apply through the Tarleton College of Graduate Studies.
• A non-refundable processing fee of $35.00 must be paid when the application is submitted (BSN only).  The $35.00 processing fee must be paid by cashier's check or money order, no cash, credit or personal checks accepted.  If the processing fee is not received with the application, the application will not be processed.
• Advising by appointment only. Please call 254-968-9139 for an appointment.  Due to travel required by each nursing faculty, we can not advise walk-ins.  Appointments MUST be made by calling the number above.
  
• Information Sessions/Group Advising. Open to all interested students, Sessions are at 4:00p.m. selected Thursdays and Fridays: March 29, 30th, April 5th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 26th, 27th, and May 4th, check in at the nursing office on the third floor of the Nursing Building or call 254-968-9139.