About the Program
Welcome to the Pre-Licensure Nursing Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
This program is designed for students that wish to pursue a baccalaureate degree in nursing and eventual licensure as a Registered Nurse.
The program is challenging and rewarding. Our program offers students the opportunity to practice in a variety of settings in both rural (Mankato area) and urban areas (Rochester &Twin cities).
As the Pre-Licensure Program Director, I am responsible for coordinating activities within this undergraduate program and monitoring student progression. It is a privilege to work with our students who are eager to join the nursing profession and faculty who are committed to educating students in a caring environment.
Please feel free to contact our Nursing Advising Team if you have further questions about our program. Thank you for visiting our website.
Maya Bastian DNP, APRN, CPNPAssociate Professor
Accreditation
Minnesota State University, Mankato has offered the professional nursing program since 1953 and is one of the nation's most respected Schools of Nursing (SON). The Pre-Licensure Program is approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Minnesota State University, Mankato is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Licensure and Certification
Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination–Registered Nurse (NCLEX–RN). Successfully passing this examination permits the graduate to practice as a registered nurse (RN). Graduates will have met the requirements for certification as public health nurses and licensure as school nurses in Minnesota. For eligibility for licensure in other states, please review this document.
Licensure Disclosure
In compliance with U.S. Department of Education Regulation 34 CFR 668.14(b)(32)(ii), MSU is providing the following disclosures:
The Pre-Licensure Program (PLP) curriculum at MSU, meets educational requirements for initial licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the following states, districts, and U.S. territories:
Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Mariana Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Due to state-level regulations, Pre-Licensure Program (PLP) curriculum at MSU, does not meet the educational requirements for initial licensure as a registered nurse (RN) or cannot verify meeting these requirements in the following states and territories:
California and Virginia
This information was gathered from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website (last updated on June 26, 2024).
MSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions contained in this resource. It is your responsibility to verify the accuracy of this dynamic information.
For Further Information:
School of Nursing360 Wissink Hall
Mankato, MN 56001
507-389-6022 (Office or Phone Appointments)
800-627-3529 (MRS/TTY)
school-of-nursing@mnsu.edu
