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Nursing is a compassionate and dynamic profession dedicated to the direct care of others. Being a nurse is a fulfilling role with many opportunities for growth. IU 51ÁÔÆæ offers bachelor-level nursing programs as well as master-level programs in nursing.

• Pre-licensure BS in Nursing
• RN to BSN
• MS in Nursing, Nursing Education
• MS in Nursing, Nursing Administration

IU 51ÁÔÆæ offers several pre-professional programs for undergraduate students planning to pursue post-graduate degrees. Our pre-professional programs can be completed with any major. 

• Pre-Med
• Pre-Physician Assistant
• Pre-Anesthesiology Assistant
• Pre-Occupational Therapy
• Pre-Physical Therapy
• Pre-Pharmacy
• Pre-Veterinary

IU 51ÁÔÆæ has agreements with several colleges and universities that create preferred admissions pathways to professional programs.

• Indiana University School of Medicine, Evansville
  • Medical Doctor as part of the Bachelor/Medical Doctor Scholarship program
• Indiana University School of Social Work, Indianapolis
  • Master of Social Work
• Hanover College 
  • Doctor of Occupational Therapy 
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy 
• Spalding University
  • Master of Science in Athletic Training
  • Doctor of Occupational Therapy
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Sullivan University
  • Doctor of Pharmacy
• University of Indianapolis
  • Master of Sociology

Careers in mental health and social work focus on supporting individuals, families, and communities in overcoming challenges related to mental well-being, such as addiction, suicidality, and anxiety. Students interested in this field can obtain their bachelor’s degree in psychology or sociology. We also offer master’s degrees in clinical mental health counseling or school counseling that prepare for licensure.

• Common bachelor’s degrees:
  • BA or BS in Psychology
  • BA or BS in Sociology
• MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Master of Science in Education with a major in Counseling

If you’re interested in the study of healthcare without direct patient interaction, the medical laboratory and technology field may be the right fit. Medical laboratory science involves performing diagnostic tests, analyzing samples, and providing essential data for disease detection. Neuroscience and sociology focus on the study of the brain, nervous system, and the effect of societal behavior on how people interact.

• BS in Medical Laboratory Science
• BS in Neuroscience
• BA or BS in Sociology

The field of medical information focuses on managing, analyzing, and distributing healthcare data to support patient care, research, and decision-making. People in this field work with electronic health records and medical databases to ensure accurate and secure healthcare information.

• BS in Health Information Management
• Medical Coding Certificate
• Healthcare Documentation Certificate

IU 51ÁÔÆæ also offers several degrees with applications in healthcare. Applied health sciences focuses on practical, interdisciplinary training in healthcare with paths such as healthcare administration and community health education. Careers in health policy can branch from the study of political science and sociology.

• Applied Health Sciences
• Healthcare Administration
• Community Health Education
• BA in Political Science
• BA or BS in Sociology