3+1 Nursing/Health Sciences
Dual Degree Program
Prepare for your career in nursing with a dual degree from UNI and Allen College. Offered through UNI's Individual Studies Department, our 3+1 Pre-Nursing program allows you to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Individual Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing - unlocking career opportunities while providing you access to resources and services on both campuses.
- 3 years at UNI
- 1 year at Allen College - Accelerated BSN Program
- Approximate total: 89 credit hours
The UNI and Allen College
Partnership Advantage
- Seamless advising and communication between UNI and Allen College
- Options to continue living on UNI's campus while attending Allen College
- Build a future professional network as you take course sections reserved for Pre-Nursing/Allied Health students
- Participate in health related student organizations, helping you to develop leadership skills and experience
- Add a minor in other UNI programs such as Spanish, Family Studies, etc.
Requirements
Students pursuing a dual degree in Pre-Nursing/Health Sciences will complete the following:
- UNI's Liberal Arts Core (general education requirements)
- Major Requirements:
- Principles of Microbiology
- Anatomy & Physiology I and II
- Principles of Chemistry
- Community and Public Health
- Cultural Competency for the Helping Professions
- Minority Health
- Public Health Theory
- Environmental Health Science
- Basic Nutrition
- Introduction to Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Bio-Medical Ethics
- Introduction to Statistical Methods
- Undergraduate Thesis
Questions?
If you have any questions about the 3+1 Nursing program requirements or next steps, contact Colleen Sullivan, Academic Advisor, at colleen.sullivan@uni.edu or by calling 319-273-3406.
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