Nursing Science Degree

Success within the Nursing Science profession requires attention to detail, problem solving skills, and strong management skills to resolve many issues that arise in a complex healthcare environment. A Nursing Science student is required to delicately balance technical skills, organizational know-how, and academic excellence with a professional, approachable demeanor. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer nursing science degrees.

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Rush University

Also known as Rush University Medical Center

7900 W Division Street, River Forest, IL

Rush University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Rush University exceeds 1,900 per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $28,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $10,000 annually. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students may take a look at the school's website at RushU to view additional information about courses, mission, values, and educational benefits offered by the school.

Students Enrolled in the Nursing Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rush University Medical Center has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Post-Masters Certificate
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Registered Nurses

Description

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).