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
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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.
Nursing RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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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
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South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges,
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS, 1866 Southern
Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: 1-404-679-4501) as a Level V
institution eligible to award associate's, bachelor's, master's
and doctoral degrees.