Thank you for all you did to help me finally accomplish one of my goals in life which was to become a nurse.
Choose Your Nursing Career Path
Whether you have college experience or are a first-time
student, we have a nursing path for you.
Our Associate of Science in Nursing program prepares you for licensure as a registered nurse in as little as 20 months. There are no prerequisites required for admission.
20 months
69 credit hours
No prior course prerequisites required.
Ready to start your journey to becoming a registered nurse?
Gain the knowledge and skills to start a career and pursue a pathway to leadership with a BSN. Our program offers online and in-person learning so you can balance school with your life.
3 years
120 credit hours
No prior course prerequisites required.
Get on the fast-track to a Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Our accelerated BSN is designed for students who already have a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field. Transfer existing college credits to earn your BSN in as few as 20 months.*
20 months*
85 credit hours
There are no course prerequisites to apply.
This program is designed to accommodate distance education students with the majority of coursework completed online.
Our Direct Path MSN pathway enables non-nursing bachelor degree holders to identify their intent to earn a Masters of Science in Nursing degree at the start of their academic journey. Students will enter through the aBSN program and earn advanced placement of MSN coursework, enabling them to gain RN Licensure in 20 months and achieving both BSN and MSN degrees in as few as 32 months.
3 years
146 total combined credit hours
There are no course prerequisites to apply.
Our DPMSN pathway is ideal for career changers looking to gain RN licensure and the field of nursing with the intent to complete a MSN in nursing leadership. MSN graduates will be to sit for the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) or Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) certifications.
Ideal for working nurses, our fast-track online RN to BSN program was designed to expand your nursing skills and increase your earning potential quickly so you can get back to work in a little over than one year.
4 Semesters
51 credit hours
There are no course prerequisites to apply.
Our online RN to BSN program features asynchronous coursework and a more flexible schedule. There is no travel to campus required, and practice experience can be completed in your home community.
Expand your skills and advance your career with a Master of Science in Nursing. Our online MSN program is designed to prepare you for nursing leadership in as little as 1 year.
1 year
32 credit hours
There are no course prerequisites to apply.
Our flexible MSN coursework is delivered online and asynchronously so you can balance education with the rest of your life.
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Classes start every four months!
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As a nurse, you’ll make a living helping others and serve as a valuable member of a patient’s medical care team. You’ll make a difference and help save lives, while enjoying a satisfying and rewarding in-demand career for years to come.
Becoming a registered nurse is a reliable career path with a wide range of job prospects and room for growth over the life of your career. The median annual wage for a registered nurse is $75,330, as of May 2020, with top earners bringing home more than $116,230 annually.*
The nursing field is projected grow 9% over the next 10 years. Demand is expected to increase as more and more nurses head into retirement. On average, an estimated 194,500 openings for registered nurses are projected each year.*
* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Why Choose
Joyce University?
We’re Known for Nursing
As one of Utah’s largest nursing colleges, our community is made up of thousands of amazing nurse alumni who have helped shape our reputation as a leader in nursing education.
Why Choose
Joyce University?
We’re Fast and Focused
Our nursing programs are designed with a focus on academic rigor and efficiency. Through our accelerated programs and high academic standards, you may qualify for RN licensure in as little as 20 months.
Why Choose
Joyce University?
We Offer Online and Experiential Learning
Our programs are designed to help you deliver the highest standard of patient care. Connect your online learning with hands-on practice through real-world clinical experiences and our state-of-the-industry
College of Nursing Accreditation
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ Associate of Science Nursing Program has been granted programmatic accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN, formerly NLNAC) and is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) is recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) to accredit postsecondary institutions.
The baccalaureate degree programs in nursing and master’s degree programs in nursing at Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
*Joyce University was accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) from December 25, 2005 until August 15, 2022.
Thank you for all you did to help me finally accomplish one of my goals in life which was to become a nurse.
Joyce University offers programs leading to professional licensure within the state of Utah. The licensure boards in each state are responsible for establishing the requirements for licensure/certification for their state. Students who intend to return or move to any state other than Utah need to review the professional licensure disclosures pertaining to their program and consult with the state professional licensing board.
New students can enroll at Joyce University three times per year. For more information on requirements, visit our Admissions page.
Nursing school clinicals schedules can vary greatly, but we do our best to work with our students’ individual schedules.
Our nursing programs at Joyce have no course prerequisites to apply. All course requisites are included in the curriculum. Some program lengths may vary based on transfer credits. Learn about our general and program-specific Admissions Requirements.
Joyce University’s Associate of Science Nursing program has been granted programmatic accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN, formerly NLNAC).
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The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master’s degree program in nursing at Joyce University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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Joyce University is a Member institution with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ accreditation status is Accredited. The NWCCU’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on February 18, 2022, was to grant Initial Accreditation.
NWCCU is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Learn more about all of our accreditations.
The approximate cost of the program ranges from $26,115 to $76,455, depending on the level of the degree you want to pursue. All of our tuition information can be found on our Financial Aid page. Please fill out the information request form, and one of our Admissions Representatives will reach out to you with details about a particular program you are interested in.
We are committed to making college accessible and affordable to anyone who wishes to pursue their degree. Financial aid is available for all of our programs to those who qualify. Our Financial Aid department consults personally with every student to offer help through the process. Please fill out the information request form, and one of our Admissions Representatives will reach out to you with details about a particular program you are interested in.
Our future semesters will begin and end as scheduled, but with additional precautions in place. Please see our COVID-19 Update page.
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