Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Fact Sheet

Mission

The University of Northern Iowa BSN program will prepare graduates who are clinically-focused and practice-ready while instilling proficiency in situational awareness and clinical reasoning, allowing them to excel within their full scope of nursing practice.

Vision

By fostering innovative teaching strategies, the Department of Nursing will utilize best practices and innovative teaching strategies to meet a variety of learning styles and empower students to become collaborative members of interprofessional teams and leaders in promoting care for individuals across the lifespan.

Effective June 26, 2024, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This candidacy status expires on June 26, 2026.

The date for the Initial Accreditation Site Visit of the Baccalaureate Nursing Program is scheduled for March 3, 2026 thru March 5, 2026. 

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000 

Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON)

On April 5, 2023,  the lowa Board of Nursing approved the nursing program proposal and curriculum for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at University of Northern lowa, Cedar Falls, pursuant to IAC 655, Chapter 2, 2.3(1). 

Following the graduation of the first nursing cohort in spring 2027, the Department of Nursing & Public Health will submit a self-study to the Iowa Board of Nursing. The Iowa Board of Nursing will conduct a site visit in 2027 as the final step of their accreditation process. 

The Nursing Student Handbook contains all policies and expectations for BSN students, including academic standards, policies, clinical expectations and support services.

Grievance Policy

Students have the right to voice concerns or file formal grievances related to the nursing program. UNI follows both university and nursing-specific grievance processes.

Before starting clinicals, students must meet all health and immunization requirements, including uploading proof of insurance.

• UNI Student Health Clinic
• Nursing Student Checklist

Students must have access to a reliable laptop, internet, and proctoring tools (e.g., Respondus LockDown Browser). 

• UNI IT: Policies & Procedures
• UNI E-learning Suite: Getting Started

UNI Rod Library offers support for nursing students, including access to CINAHL, APA guides, evidence-based databases and research consultations.

• Rod Library - Nursing Student Resources
• The Learning Center
• APA Resources
  • Purdue Owl: Students are encouraged to use the Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) as a reliable resource for understanding and applying proper citation and formatting guidelines. 

• Dean of Students: The Office of the Dean of Students values and welcomes all students, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for every member of our campus community. They provide assistance, advocacy, and guidance to students as they navigate their academic and personal journeys. In addition, they support faculty, staff, parents, and family members in their efforts to help students succeed. 
   
• Student Conduct
• Absence Information
• Student Accessibility Services
• Military & Veteran Services
• Pregnant & Parenting Students
• Temporary Health Conditions
• Psychiatric and Counseling Services
• Let's Talk

All current UNI Nursing program policies are publicly available through:

• The University Catalog
• The UNI Nursing Website
• The Nursing Student Handbook