Tuition & fees
Costs include tuition, fees, & other costs such as books. See cost details
Financial aid
On average, 92% of enrolled students who file a FAFSA receive an offer. 91% of offers include scholarships, grants, waiver, and/or work-study. Explore aid
Program duration
Typical completion time: 4 years. Flexible options may save time. Explore options
Admissions
SAT & ACT scores optional. Apply by February 1 for fall term only. View application process & deadlines
Program highlights
Expected career outcomes
Career opportunities
Our program will prepare you to begin your nursing practice in a variety of health care settings, including specialty areas.
Accreditation
This program is approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Licensure
Upon program completion, you’ll be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®).
Clinical experience
You’ll spend your final three semesters in clinical settings. Our students work in small groups along with a clinical faculty member. In your final semester, you’ll be assigned to work with a preceptor in a direct-care setting for your practicum experience.
Hands-on learning
In addition to clinical experience, you’ll work with underserved populations to identify risks and establish plans for improvement. Our students provide primary care, public health, and mental health services to the clients of community-based organizations.
Learning spaces
We offer robust learning environments and laboratories. For example, our Learning Resources and Simulation Center provides an environment to develop clinical judgment and reasoning while focusing on best practices.
Program requirements
You’ll follow a sequence of didactic and clinical courses with a student cohort group. Learn to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for people of all ages: in families, groups of clients, and communities across the health continuum.
Dedicated faculty
Our faculty are active in research and policy issues at the state and national level, are board members of state and national nursing associations, and frequently publish in leading nursing journals.
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarships offer valuable financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You’ll be automatically considered for Merit Scholarships when you apply for admission by the deadline. Additional opportunities are available.
Considering transferring to USM?
We welcome students who are transferring from another four-year university or community college. Our knowledgeable Admissions Counselors will help you to navigate the admissions and credit-transfer process.
Our helpful admissions counselors are here to answer your questions about the admissions process, our academic programs, and student support services. We also invite you to explore the many ways to visit campus or to engage with us through online experiences.
Admission information: Nursing — Traditional Program BS
Because the baccalaureate nursing program includes supervised clinical experiences, the nursing faculty reserves the right to limit enrollments. Admission to the program is highly selective.
There are three different application processes for this program. Prospective students should select the appropriate application process for their current student type.
For questions about the application process, or to check the status of a completed application, please contact the Office of Admissions.