When you apply for your nursing degree at Eureka College, you're not only obtaining an education; you're embarking on a fulfilling and impactful career in healthcare. Our expert faculty and staff and dedicated to ensuring that you have the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in the fast-paced and rewarding field of nursing.
At Eureka College, your dreams of becoming a nurse are well within reach. Join us, and together we'll make a difference in the world of healthcare.
Apply for Your Nursing Degree at Eureka College
Choose a Close-Knit Campus with Big City Opportunities
Eureka College's small class sizes and experiential, hands-on learning opportunities ensure that students pursuing a degree in nursing are thoroughly prepared to embark on their academic journey. Eureka College's pre-nursing program provides opportunities for students to matriculate into several colleges of nursing and medical centers:
- Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing: Eureka College and Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing have an affiliation where each semester five recommended Eureka College full-time students as prescreened for all pre-nursing prerequisites are guaranteed enrollment into the junior year B.S. in Nursing program.
- Methodist College of Nursing: Eureka College and Methodist College of Nursing have an opportunity for students to be able to enter into their program. Eureka College full-time students who meet requirements and prerequisites will be guaranteed matriculation into the junior year B.S. in Nursing program. Students must complete a minimum of 55 semester hours at Eureka College. In addition, Eureka College students need 2 online courses for 5 additional credits that can be taken through Methodist College while they are enrolled at Eureka College. A minimum GPA of 2.50 is required.
- Rush University Medical Center: Eureka College and Rush University of Rush University Medical Center have an agreement in which two Eureka College students per year, upon our recommendation, can enroll in the Generalist Entry Masters of Science in Nursing degree program (MSN). Students must meet the course and admission requirements and hold a Eureka College bachelor's degree in any of our recognized majors. This program engages students in a full-time curriculum that focuses on clinical leadership and prepares students to sit for the NCLEX (RN licensure exam). In addition to being prepared to function at a high level as a nurse in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, students are also poised to pursue advanced-practice programs, such as the NPDNP or PhD programs.
Ready to apply for your nursing degree? Our admissions team is here to help each step of the way.
Learn More About Eureka College's Nursing Program
Prepare for Your Future with a Degree in Nursing
Students who apply for their nursing degree at Eureka College receive instruction that allows them to explore a variety of healthcare settings. Our nurisng program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in nursing theory, inpatient and outpatient care, and clicnical skills. Here' what you can expect when you enroll at Eureka College:
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Core Curriculum: You’ll start with a core curriculum that ensures that you have a strong understanding of the fundamentals of nursing.
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Clinical Training: As you progress, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical settings under the guidance of experienced healthcare professionals.
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Specialization Options: Eureka College offers a range of specialization options, allowing you to tailor your education to your career goals.
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Preparation for Licensure: Our nursing program will prepare you for the NCLEX-RN examination, the essential step to becoming a registered nurse.
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Centralized Location: Eureka College's proximity to Peoria, IL allows students to gain further educational opportunities at major medical centers in the city.
Plan your Eureka College visit to learn more and begin your journey to apply for your nursing degree today.
