Earn a Degree Beyond Yourself in Nursing
Cumberland’s BSN program prepares caring, highly competent graduates who will provide excellent evidence-based nursing care across the lifespan. Our graduates are characterized by their professional excellence and positive impact on healthcare.
Make an Impact
This program is recommended for students who are interested making a positive impact on the health of their community and being part of the most trusted profession in America. Graduates pursue many unique career opportunities including:
- Flight nurse
- Palliative Care nurse
- Telehealth nurse
- Informatics nurse
- Certified Nurse Midwife
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Forensics nurse
What is new at CU
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First Annual Cumberland University Nursing Camp Offers High School Students Immersive Learning Experience
On July 29, 50 high school students from across Middle Tennessee caught a glimpse into everyday tasks Registered Nurses perform during Cumberland University’s first annual Heartbeat Heroes Nursing Camp. Students spent the day meeting current
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Cumberland University Announces 10 New Programs, New Focus in STEM
Cumberland students’ educational opportunities are expanding beginning in the fall 2023 semester with the addition of 10 new bachelor’s and master’s level degrees. More new programs are expected to be available soon and will be
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Five Cumberland University Faculty Named 2023 Rising Star Nursing Leaders
Five Cumberland University faculty members have been recognized by the Tennessee Nurses Association, the Tennessee Hospital Association, and the Tennessee Action Coalition for their outstanding leadership in the nursing profession. Joe Callis, Kelcey Flagg, Ashley Walkner, John “Jake”
Ranked first for pass rate in the state of Tennessee in 2021
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100% NCLEX pass rate in 2021
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100% job placement
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11:1 student to faculty ratio
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1,080 clinical hours
Scholarships & Tuition Reimbursement
Cumberland students have access to multiple endowed nursing scholarships. In addition, healthcare systems are offering tuition reimbursement for students in exchange for a commitment to work for them after graduation.
What Our Graduates Say
“Being an international student and joining the nursing program has helped me actively give back to society by helping those in dire need of medical assistance. I am hopeful that upon completion of the program I can help in voluntary community activities in my country, Kenya.” -Denis Kiplagat, Class of 2023
“Cumberland’s nursing program has taught me the study skills to succeed in the program and in the nursing career. The professors are passionate about the program, and go above and beyond to make sure we succeed. I am proud to be a Cumberland student.” -Jackline Kumar, Class of 2024
Contact us. We're here to help.
If you have any questions or need any help through your next steps, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help guide you through this process and discuss your future at Cumberland University.
Contact the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Director Dr. Beth Chatham at (615) 547-1360 or bchatham@cumberland.edu.