South University

A Century of Academic Excellence

Backed by more than a century of academic excellence and personalized attention, South University continues to be recognized as an innovator in higher education.

South University - Columbia is a private academic institution dedicated to providing quality education to its diverse and vibrant student population. The university's faculty brings a wealth of practical and professional knowledge to the classroom, while offering dynamic learning environments with interaction and challenging curricula. In addition to a strong academic foundation, students develop the real world skills they will need to advance their professional goals and succeed in their desired fields.

Columbia Campus

South University - Columbia is located in Columbia, SC, the state capital and largest city in South Carolina. Columbia is home to the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, numerous cultural offerings and a rich history along the Congaree River. The South University - Columbia campus is situated in the Carolina Research Park, off Interstate 77 in northeast Columbia, one of the fastest growing sections of the city.

Campus facilities comprise 40,000 square feet of space that includes wireless technology, classrooms, a medical lab for students pursuing health care degrees, three computer labs and video conferencing capabilities.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

The South University Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program prepares individuals to enter the nursing profession. Specifically, graduates of the program are able to incorporate the concepts of caring, communication, critical thinking and professionalism to provide quality health care.

The program encompasses curriculum that is structured as an accelerated program of study. Students may complete prerequisite courses in as few as 6 quarters and be eligible to receive an Associate of Science in Allied Health Science degree.

To enter the Bachelor of Science degree program in Nursing, students must undergo a selection process that includes an academic performance review, entrance examination review and personal interview.

The comprehensive theoretical and clinical practice component of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program allows graduates to make a smooth transition into professional nursing practice at a variety of health care settings and/or further study if they choose.

Nursing RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

The nursing RN to BSN degree completion program is designed for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution or who hold a diploma from a school of nursing accredited by the National League of Nursing (NLNAC).

This degree program is structured in a way that gives students the flexibility to fit education into their busy schedules so they don't have to put their career or life on hold while pursuing a degree. The accelerated course schedule combines campus and online classes, helping RNs achieve their goal of a BSN in the most efficient way possible.

In this program, students will explore innovative health care concepts as they relate to disciplines such as:

• Palliative care
• Gerontological nursing
• Complementary and alternative nursing methods

They also will develop management skills in critical areas such as establishing priorities, delegating responsibility and making sound decisions.

Accreditation

South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of South University.

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