Thinking of Switching to a Career in Nursing?

Our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Can Help You Get There!

Earn your Nursing Degree

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Our Program

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)

  • 60-credit
  • Classroom instruction
  • Training in state-of-the-art simulation labs
  • Research opportunities
  • Clinical experience
  • Complete in as few as 16 months

Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing (DEMSN)

  • First cohort Fall 2025
  • 75-credit
  • In-person learning
  • Training in state-of-the-art simulation labs
  • Clinical rotations
  • Research opportunities
  • Complete in as few as 20 months

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master’s degree program in nursing at Texas Lutheran University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Get Hired by Major Hospitals and Practices

Our nursing graduates get hired by major hospitals and practices, including the following:

How Our Nursing Program Works

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Intensive Hands-On Training

Our students receive 944+ hours of hands-on laboratory, simulation and clinical training so they can be ready to practice with confidence after they graduate.

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Curriculum Designed to Challenge and Inspire

Program features rigorous academic content that prepares you to provide superior patient care, lead teams, act as a health educator and advocate for patients.

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Faculty Oversight + Expertise

Clinically experienced faculty bring recognized achievements, passion for teaching and mentorship to your classes. Work with them in labs, clinical settings and research opportunities.

Learn Boldly.
Live to Inspire

We’ve been educating students since 1891 and are proud of numerous accolades our university has earned. Some of the recent ones include:

President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll member 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

The Princeton Review: 2021 Best Western College

Great Colleges to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education

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Earning Your Nursing Degree at TLU

At TLU, we believe every student should have the opportunity to pursue a small, private college experience.

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