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3+1 Accelerated Degree Partnerships in Nursing

Four years, two degrees

4 years, 2 degrees, 1 life-changing career

With a nursing degree that starts at Simpson College, you can enjoy a rich on-campus experience before diving into coursework that will set you on the path to a fulfilling career.

3+1 BSN – Mercy College of Health Sciences

Earn a Bachelor of Arts from Simpson – in Biology or Health & Exercise Science – and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Mercy College of Health Sciences (Des Moines, Iowa) in approximately the same amount of time it normally takes to earn a degree from one institution.

You can apply to Mercy College at the end of your first year at Simpson. Then, your Simpson advisor will work with a newly assigned advisor at Mercy College to guide you through the process.

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS:

  • COMPLETE 6 SEMESTERS AT SIMPSON
  • MAJOR IN BIOLOGY OR HEALTH & EXERCISE SCIENCE
  • COMPLETE A 1-YEAR BSN AT MERCY COLLEGE
  • SIT FOR THE NCLEX® EXAM

Biology
Health & Exercise Science

Earn both your Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Nursing in the time it normally takes to earn one degree.

Complete your education with one of two trusted Iowa partners – Mercy College of Health Sciences in Des Moines or Allen College in Waterloo.

Choose your path to a BSN – major in Biology or Health & Exercise Science.

3+1 BSN – Allen College

A nursing degree that starts at Simpson College offers you the best of both worlds. You will benefit from the engaged faculty and all the opportunities a small, liberal arts school has to offer before moving on to Allen College of Nursing in Waterloo, Iowa to finish your degree.

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS:

  • COMPLETE 6 SEMESTERS AT SIMPSON
  • MAJOR IN BIOLOGY (OR OTHER APPROVED MAJOR)
  • COMPLETE A 15-MONTH BSN PROGRAM AT ALLEN
  • SIT FOR THE NCLEX® EXAM

Want to learn more?

The office of admissions is ready to help! Our admissions counselors are prepared to answer all of your questions. Just send an email to admiss@simpson.edu or call the office at 515-961-1624.