Notre Dame College
4545 College Road
South Euclid, OH 44121-4293
Changing the world, one student at a time.
A Catholic institution in the tradition of the Sisters of Notre Dame, Notre Dame College was established in 1922, and has never been afraid of adapting to the changing needs of its students. The acclaimed Weekend College (WECO), established in 1978, responded to the needs of non-traditional students who needed a weekend class alternative. In 2003, WECO celebrated its 25th anniversary. Since then Notre Dame College has continued to add a variety of programs for the adult learner including our online teacher licensure program and our graduate programs in education.
Notre Dame College sits on 53 picturesque wooded acres, tucked away in a quiet suburban neighborhood just outside of Cleveland, Ohio - the only small liberal arts college in Greater Cleveland. We value the low student-faculty ratio that fosters a warm personal atmosphere and the individual attention that contributes to success.
Notre Dame College Division of Nursing Mission
The mission of the Notre Dame College Nursing Program is to prepare a professional nurse who is responsive to the health needs of a diverse global society.
Notre Dame College offers the BSN in two tracks. The pre-licensure track is for those individuals seeking to become a registered nurse. Upon completion of the program you are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX-RN). The RN to BSN track is for those who are already licensed as a registered nurse and are seeking a BSN degree.
Why Should You Earn a BSN?
- A BSN is a gateway toward professional advancement in nursing.
- Health care organizations and facilities demonstrate a preference toward hiring and promoting nurses with a BSN.
- Nurses who hold a BSN are prepared to assume beginning leadership roles in the nursing field.
- Nurses who hold a BSN can continue education and pursue specialization and other career options at the graduate level.
Why Come to Notre Dame for Nursing?
- The BSN program is based upon a liberal arts foundation
- We focus on preparing the student to act as an advocate for underserved and vulnerable populations.
- We actively promote a culture of diversity within our student body while fostering cultural competence in the care of clients throughout the lifespan.
- We base the theoretical framework of our curriculum on systems to prepare you for health care in the 21st century.
- As a Catholic nursing program, we seek to nurture the spirit as well as the body and mind.
Pre-Requisites for the Pre-Licensure Track BSN
- EN 100/101 Basic Principles of Expository Writing (6 credits) OR EN 110 Advanced Composition: Expository Writing (3 credits)
- CH 106/107 Principles of Inorganic Chemistry/Lab (4 credits)
- CH 116/117 Principles of Organic and Biological Chemistry/Lab (4 credits)
- MA 110 Intermediate Algebra (3 credits)
- BI 204/205 & BI 206/207 Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Health Sciences I &II/Labs (8 credits)
- PY 201 General Psychology (3 credits)
RN - BSN Track Curriculum*
- Provides credit for certification in gerontology (ANCC)
- Blends online and face-to-face classroom course delivery systems to provide an optimal learning experience. Students can attend onsite nursing classes every other week.
- Provides individualized clinical experience with flexible clinical options.
- Students can earn credit from prior nursing experience and previous coursework.
- There are unique learning options with courses such as Health Policy, International Nursing in Developing Countries, and Complimentary Alternative Health Care.
*The RN to BSN track is for those who are already licensed as a registered nurse and are seeking a BSN degree.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to qualified students.