Nursing - Bachelor [4 Years]
$23,377 /Yr On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Science in Nursing [B.S.N]

  • The University of Alberta offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing for a duration of 4 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The nursing program is the pathway to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN), which opens doors to a variety of careers in nursing and beyond.
  • The Faculty of Nursing offers various Nursing programs such as:
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (4 years)
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (After Degree)
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Bilingual)
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (After Degree Honours)
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RPN to BSN)
  • The program gives students the most comprehensive training to prepare them for an exciting career in nursing.
  • Students receive hands-on laboratory experiences throughout the program using advanced learning methods and equipment, including cutting-edge patient simulation technology in the Nursing Simulation Centre.
  • In the 1st semester, hands-on training begins and students get the opportunity to complete several clinical placements throughout the degree.
  • It is a collaborative program and students can choose to complete their degree on North Campus, or at one of the partner institutions: Red Deer College, Keyano College, or Grande Prairie Regional College.
  • After the 2nd year, students can apply to enter the BSN Honors Program, which is competitive and requires additional coursework.
  • Students who complete the BScN are eligible to write the NCLEX exam to become a Registered Nurse in Canada.
  • Nursing scholarships, awards, prizes, and bursaries are awarded in Alberta for higher education students.
  • The University of Alberta is one of the Top 5 universities in Canada, with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
  • According to campus rankings, the University of Alberta has the 9th best health services program in Canada.
  • The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta is recognized as one of the top nursing schools and ranks 2nd according to MacLean’s 2020 in Canada.
  • Job opportunities after Bachelor of Science in Nursing are Staff Nurse, Department Supervisor, Nursing Supervisor, etc and the average salary goes up to 41,853 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $20655 $20655 $20655 $20655
Health Insurance $97 $97 $97 $97
Books and supply $2625 $2625 $2625 $2625
Total Fees $23377 $23377 $23377 $23377

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 61 90 3
Duolingo Duolingo 115 160 1

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students should complete the following course with a minimum of 70% score to apply for the program:
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Calculus and Mathematics
    • English (Literature and Composition)
  • Students have to submit an English Language Proficiency test scores for the program.
  • Submission of the CASPer test is required to be evaluated for admission to this program. 

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
  • Secured a minimum of 70% marks in one of these certificates:
    • All India Senior School Certificate
    • Higher Secondary School Certificate
    • Intermediate Certificate
    • Indian School Certificate
  • Completed grade 11 and grade 12 with 70% marks
  • Students have to submit the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) score to take admission.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.