BSN Programs in Iowa

There are several great reasons to get a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or BSN, degree in the hawkeye state. The most important one is that Iowa is on the verge of a nurse retirement crisis. The state is already facing a nurse shortage, and 21% of the current nursing workforce is currently eligible for retirement. With Iowa’s nurse shortage being projected to get much worse over the next five years, it will be easy to find work with your BSN degree.

Beyond the job prospects, Iowa is a fun place to live. Nature lovers can look forward to 220 miles of walking paths in the beautiful Loess Hills area. Iowa is also home to Dickinson County’s “Great Lakes,” including the 5,000+ acre Spirit Lake. The lower-than-average cost of living in Iowa means your money will go a long way there. With an average nursing salary of $53,520, it’s easy to achieve financial stability as a registered nurse in this state.

A non-profit institution called The Iowa Nurses Association is working to solve the nurse shortage problem in Iowa. When you study in this state, you’ll have plenty of resources to help you get through your four-year BSN program.

The Best BSN Programs in Iowa

The largest BSN program in this state by far is the one offered by the University of Iowa. With that said, there are several smaller private schools that you can look at for alternative choices. When considering the schools, look for good NCLEX-RN pass rates and small class sizes. Also, ensure that the school you choose offers an accredited BSN program.

1. Allen College

   1990 Heath St, Waterloo, IA 50703 (319) 226-2000

2. Briar Cliff University

   3303 Rebecca St, Sioux City, IA 51104 (712) 279-5321

3. Clarke University

   1550 Clarke Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001 (563) 588-6300

4. Coe College

   1220 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 (319) 399-8000

5. Dordt College

   700 7th St NE, Sioux Center, IA 51250 (712) 722-6000

6. Graceland University-Lamoni

   1 University Pl, Lamoni, IA 50140 (641) 784-5000

7. Grand View University

   1200 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 (515) 263-2800

8. Iowa Wesleyan University

   601 N Main St, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641 (319) 385-8021

9. Kaplan University-Davenport Campus

   1801 E Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA 52807 (563) 355-3500

10. Luther College

    700 College Dr, Decorah, IA 52101 (563) 387-2000

11. Mercy College of Health Sciences

    928 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 (515) 643-3180

12. Morningside College

    1501 Morningside Ave, Sioux City, IA 51106 (712) 274-5000

13. Mount Mercy University

    1330 Elmhurst Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 (319) 363-8213

14. Saint Ambrose University

    518 W Locust St, Davenport, IA 52803 (563) 333-6000

15. University of Dubuque

    2000 University Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001 (563) 589-3000

16. University of Iowa

    5 W Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 335-3500

17. Upper Iowa University

    605 Washington St, Fayette, IA 52142 (563) 425-5200

18. William Penn University

    201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577 (641) 673-1001

Iowa Board of Nursing

For more information, contact the Iowa Board of Nursing.