Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Pursue a rewarding health care career with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from Lincoln Memorial University! We carefully crafted our BSN program to prepare you to become a safe and effective caregiver, equipped to function successfully in entry-level Registered Nurse (RN) positions after completing and passing your NCLEX-RN examination.

You will have access to two options for the BSN program. In the traditional format, you will complete four semesters with a summer break, while in the accelerated format, you will complete four semesters without a summer break. 

Regardless of your program choice, you will learn in small classes, where you'll receive personalized attention and mentorship from our dedicated faculty. Our programs are fully accredited, so you can trust that your education is rigorous, up-to-date, and meets the highest academic standards.

You will begin your nursing education with hands-on learning from your first semester, and your curriculum will include both didactic and clinical semester hours. As you work towards your degree, you'll get experience as a generalist, caring for individuals, families, and community groups at different points on the wellness-illness continuum. 

Our BSN program is offered at five LMU sites, including:

On a university-wide level, our cornerstone belief is in the importance of serving humanity, and few professions embody that belief like nursing. As a nurse, you'll have the opportunity to help people attain and regain their wellness. You will work with individuals, families, and community groups, helping them to adapt changes in their needs, roles and relationships brought on by changes in health.

As a nursing student at LMU, you will be held to high moral and ethical standards, as you cultivate a a sense of personal responsibility vital to nursing. Pursuing your BSN degree, you will receive the training and education you need to qualify for success in the 21st century health care environment.

Apply to the BSN Program

Admissions Requirements

Review the list below to ensure that you are eligible for the BSN program at LMU. To qualify, you must:

After being admitted into the BSN program, you will receive instructions for several tasks you must complete in order to participate in class and clinicals. Those tasks include:

How To Apply

At LMU, we have "rolling admissions," meaning that applications are reviewed and potentially approved in the order that they are received. Because of this, we encourage you to apply early, preferably one to two semesters before you intend to begin. However, later applications will be considered. 

For admission to LMU, you must apply through the LMU portal. After you've applied for regular admission, you must also apply to your preferred location in the Caylor School of Nursing. 

The BSN program begins at different times at different sites. Browse the list for your preferred location:

Nearly 90% of LMU undergraduate students receive some type of financial assistance through a combination of scholarships and need-based financial aid. Learn more about our financial services here.

Program Outcomes

Past graduates from the Caylor School of Nursing have consistently achieved high pass rates on the NCLEX-RN exam and are now working in all areas of nursing, including specialized areas like neonatal intensive care, mental health nursing, school health nursing and trauma nursing. Like those graduates, you'll be prepared to pursue a host of specialized positions all over the country, in a variety of settings, from major medical centers to small community hospitals.

Upon graduating, not only will you have the option of pursuing a wide variety of advanced degree opportunities, but you will be highly sought after and eligible to work in any setting hiring registered nurses. 

Contact Us

Want to learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Lincoln Memorial University? Reach out to us at any time and we will be happy to help!

Office of Admissions
Phone: 1.800.325.0900 ext. 6280
or 423.869.6280

Nursing Programs
Phone: 1.800.325.0900 ext. 6324
or 423.869.6324
Email: Nursing@LMUnet.edu

For specific information about each location, please review the list below.

Harrogate, Tennessee (Main Campus) and Corbin, Kentucky

Kimberley Breeding
Coordinator of Nursing Recruiting and Advising
Hamilton Math and Science Building, 218D
Phone: 423.869.6574
Email: Kimberley.Breeding@LMUnet.edu

Sherry Pearman
Director of Nursing Enrollment
Hamilton Math and Science Building, 218C
Phone: 423.8696283
Email: Sherry.Pearman@LMUnet.edu

Knoxville, Tennessee (Cedar Bluff and LMU Tower)

Susan Long
Coordinator of Nursing Recruiting and Advising
Cedar Bluff 179
Phone: 865.531.4116
Email: Susan.Long@LMUnet.edu

Tampa, Florida (Florida Hospital of Tampa)

Kerri Courter
Coordinator of Nursing Recruitment and Support Services
Phone: 813.331.4614
Email: Kerri.Courter@LMUnet.edu

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Raheem Mosley
Coordinator of Nursing Recruitment and Advising (no – site coordinator)
Phone: 423.568.4905
Email: Raheem.Mosley@969532.com

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