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The Newberry College Nursing Department is dedicated to providing an education that heals, cures and comforts. With state-of-the-art facilities, knowledgeable and compassionate faculty, and clinical partnerships with Lexington Medical Center, Nursing graduates will be prepared to meet the demands of the world beyond.
Nursing
Excellence and Compassion
Nurses comprise the largest group of healthcare providers in the country, and are consistently seen as the most trustworthy of professionals. Nurses prepared at the baccalaureate degree level provide care in both traditional (hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, etc.) and non-traditional (homes, communities, jails, etc.) settings. Newberry College Nursing alumni heal not only in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida, but across the country. Some choose to continue their education to become nurse practitioners, and even doctors.

Available Majors, Minors and Concentrations
Nursing (Prelicensure Track)
Career Possibilities
- Acute Care Nurse
- Ambulatory Care Nurse
- Assistant Nurse Manager
- Certified Nurse Anesthetist (with additional education)
- Neonatal Nurse
- Critical Care Nurse
- Emergency Department Nurse
- Faith Community Nurse
- Home Health Nurse
- Labor & Delivery Nurse
- Military Nurse
- Certified Nurse Midwife (with additional education)
- Nurse Educator (with additional education)
- Nurse Practitioner (with additional education)
- Occupational Health Nurse
- Pediatric Nurse
- School Nurse
- Travelling Nurse
Overview
The Department of Nursing offers two pathways for earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree. The B.S.N. Prelicensure Track is for students who want to become nurses. The R.N.-to-B.S.N. completion track is for registered nurses (RNs) who already have an associate degree or a diploma in nursing, and who want to take the necessary courses to earn their bachelor's degree. The Nursing program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
The BSN Prelicensure Track at Newberry College is a four-year degree program. Students take foundation courses during their first year of study at Newberry College, followed by two years of upper-division courses. The program is offered in partnership with Lexington Medical Center, so students have a variety of learning experiences with expert nurses, both in the classroom and in the clinical setting. The Nursing program is approved by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina, so graduates are eligible to take the licensing examination to become registered nurses.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
The prelicensure Nursing curriculum currently consists of 127 total credit hours, including 57 credit hours of required courses all taken in the junior and senior years, 3-4 hours in Human Genetics, 38-39 credit hours of required Pre-Nursing coursework, and Newberry College core courses.
Admission to Newberry College and successful completion of prerequisite course work does not guarantee admission to the upper-division Nursing major. Admission to the Nursing major in the junior year is a separate process that occurs in the spring of the sophomore year, and is based on the student’s ability to compete academically with other applicants. The number of students admitted to the Nursing major in any given year is limited to those who can be accommodated, given available resources and within regulations set forth by the State Board of Nursing.
Any Newberry College student may declare Pre-Nursing as their initial program of study. This declaration will mark their admission to the Pre-Nursing (lower division) curriculum. Upon declaring this intent to the College, students must schedule an appointment with a Nursing faculty advisor.
Admission to the Major
Pre-Nursing students at Newberry College seeking admission to the upper-division Nursing major must
- Have completed or be enrolled in a minimum of 64 credit hours of coursework applicable to the degree
- Have a minimum C grade in each of 11 required Pre-Nursing required courses
- Have a minimum Pre-Nursing GPA of 3.0 AND a minimum science GPA of 3.0 at the time of application
- Have an overall score of “Proficient” or higher on the ATI-TEAS exam, with a minimum science sub-score of 50
In the event that seats are available after all qualified, currently-enrolled Newberry College students have been seated, direct-transfer students from other institutions will be considered for admission. To be considered, prospective direct-transfer students must contact the Department of Nursing by May 1 for the fall semester, or by October 15 for the spring semester.
Technology Requirements for the Department of Nursing
To meet Program Learning Outcomes and to provide access to technology, students taking Nursing courses are required to equip themselves with a laptop computer with wireless network capability meeting or exceeding the recommended requirements, specified under the Technology Tab in Wolf Den. Laptops must have the basic software functionality of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. This functionality is provided free of charge in Windows 365. Please note that Apple products are not always compatible.
Newberry College Appoints New Department of Nursing Chair
Newberry College has named Dr. Susan Ludwick to serve as chair of the Department of Nursing effective Jan. 3, 2019. Ludwick replaces Dr. Betsy McDowell, who retired this month after 10 years with the College. Susan Ludwick comes to Newberry College from Charleston Southern University where she was assistant professor of Nursing. Her teaching responsibilities focused on pediatrics and pharmacology and coordinating student clinicals in these areas. Click here to read the complete story.
Newberry Acquires Property for New Nursing Building
Newberry College is planning construction of a 12,000 square-foot facility on newly-acquired property at the corner of College and Evans streets. With steady growth and strong student demand for the Nursing program, the new facility is a primary focus of the College’s fundraising efforts in the Scaling the Summit capital campaign. Newberry's enormously-popular Nursing program has operated at maximum capacity for several years. In 2016, the College expanded its pre-licensure program by one third the number of candidates admitted to the major, from 24 to 32 students admitted per year. When completed, the new building will offer state-of-the-art classrooms and clinical simulation labs.
Newberry College Student Nurses Association
The Newberry College Student Nurses Association is the local chapter of the National Student Nurses Association, and of the Student Nurses Association of South Carolina. The NCSNA provides pre-professional opportunities for both Pre-Nursing and Nursing majors. The NCSNA members are active throughout the school year with community service projects, informational seminars and other endeavors.
Nursing Boot Camp and Spring Training
At the beginning of each semester, all Nursing majors attend 2-4 full days of Boot Camp (fall) and Spring Training (spring) on the first clinical days of the semester. Each of these days begin with physical activities, breakfast together, completion of required paperwork, teamwork-building sessions, and introductions of students to classroom and clinical instructors.
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Ava Culbertson
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Administrative Support - Department of Nursing
Office: SCM 125
Office Phone: 803-321-5670
Email:
ava.culbertson@newberry.edu
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Susan Ludwick
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Chair, Department of Nursing
Office: SCM 125
Office Phone: 803.321.5104
Email:
susan.ludwick@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Susan Ludwick, DNP, MSN, RN (Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Nursing) is originally from Kansas City, MO and grew up in Overland Park, KS. She obtained her BSN from Wichita State University in Wichita, KS;… Read More
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Jennifer Bickley, MSN RN
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Assistant Professor of Nursing
Office: SCM 118
Office Phone: 803.321.5671
Email:
jennifer.bickley@newberry.eduBio:
Jennifer Bickley obtained her BSN from Newberry College in 2014 and her MSN from South University in 2017. She earned her graduate degree from South University with a specialization in nursing education. Though not currently enrolled,… Read More
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Jenny Lindler , RN, MSN, CMSRN
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Assistant Professor of Nursing
Office: SCM 119G
Office Phone: 803.321.5630
Email:
jenny.lindler@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Jenny Lindler's professional goal has always been to become a nurse educator who empowers students to become the best nurse they can be, contribute to nursing research and help in shaping the future of nursing.
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Susie Pippin
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RN-to-BSN Advisor and Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
Office Phone: 803.321.5670
Bio:
Susie Pippin obtained her MSN from University of Phoenix, her BSN from University of South Carolina and an ADN from Midlands Technical College. She worked at Lexington Medical Center for 41 years. She has worked at Newberry College… Read More
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Gabrielle Scott
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Assistant Professor of Nursing
Office Phone: 803.321.5118
Email:
gabrielle.scott@newberry.eduBio:
Gabrielle Scott received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and her Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis on Nursing Education from Francis Marion University.
Prior to joining the full time Newberry… Read More
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Download the 2018-2019 Academic Catalog
Download the 2017-2018 Academic Catalog
Download the Addendum to the 2017-2018 Academic Catalog
Download the 2016-2017 Academic Catalog
Download the 2015-2016 Academic Catalog

RN-to-BSN Online
Rx for Career Success
Enhance your credentials and advance your career with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Newberry Online. Courses for this program are 100% online, so you can pursue your degree and still manage your busy life. With our fast-paced program, you can complete your degree in as few as 12 months!

Available Majors, Minors and Concentrations
CURRICULUM PLAN
The RN-to-BSN degree-completion program is designed for working RNs with an associate’s degree or a diploma in nursing who want to earn their bachelor's degree. Newberry Online courses are offered over 7.5-week terms with five subterms for the year. Students can take a maximum of 15 credits per trimester (two subterms).
SAMPLE COURSE LIST -- RN-to-BSN ONLINE
- Bridging to Generalist Nursing Practice for RNs
- Nursing Leadership & Change for RNs
- Pathophysiological Bases of Nursing Practice for RNs
- Nursing Leadership & Change – RN Practicum
- Health Assessment Across the Lifespan for RNs
- Community Health Nursing for RNs
- Community Health Nursing – RN Practicum
- Nursing Research & EBP for RNs
- Human Heredity
- Professional Development for RNs
APPLY FOR ADMISSION
Career Possibilities
- Acute Care Nurse
- Assistant Nurse Manager
- Labor & Delivery Nurse
- Travelling Nurse
- Certified Nurse Anesthetist (with additional education)
- Nurse Educator (with additional education)
- Ambulatory Care Nurse
- Pediatric Nurse
- School Nurse
- Faith Community Nurse
- Certified Nurse Midwife (with additional education)
- Occupational Health Nurse
- Critical Care Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- Military Nurse
- Home Health Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner (with additional education)
- Emergency Department Nurse
Overview
Key Program Dates & Deadlines
Click to view the complete Newberry Online 2019-2020 Academic Calendar
Term | Subterm Dates & Holidays |
Admission & Course Registration Deadlines |
SPRING 2020 |
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Subterm 1
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January 6 – February 26 |
December 5, 2019
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Subterm 2
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March 2 – April 22 |
December 5, 2019
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SUMMER 2020 |
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Subterm 1
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May 4 – June 24 Memorial Day No classes May 25 |
December 5, 2019
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Subterm 2
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June 29 – August 19 Independence Day No classes July 4 |
December 5, 2019
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Requirements
Eligibility for Admission
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You must hold an active RN licensure, currently employed in nursing role (part-time or full-time)
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You must be a graduate of an accredited ADN program
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You must have earned a grade of “C” or better on all prerequisite courses
Program Completion Roadmap
You will work with your program advisor to review your transcripts from other institutions and complete your transfer credit evaluation. Download the Degree Completion Roadmap to ensure you have the correct distribution of courses. You can use this worksheet to record previously completed courses for which we’ve granted credit and plan the remainder of your course requirements with your advisor.
Tuition & Fees
RN to BSN Tuition
(Effective May 2019 to May 2020)
$395 per credit hour
RN to BSN Expenses
- Application fee – No fee to apply at Newberry College
- Student Services fees – Included in your tuition
- Course Resource fee – Included in your tuition
- Testing fees – Included in your tuition
- Books and Supplies – Varies by course requirements; approximately $100 -- $300 per course
- Transcript fees (transferring schools) – Varies by institution; typically $20 - $30 per school.
Financial Aid
You may be eligible for tuition assistance through the South Carolina Tuition Grant. We encourage you to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at https://fafsa.ed.gov
Newberry College school code: 003440
Apply for Admission
Apply for admission in two easy steps!
- Complete the Online Programs application for admission.
- Send official transcripts from all academic institutions.
If you are admitted to the program we’ll conduct a free credit evaluation and provide you with a Degree Completion Roadmap so you’ll know exactly where you stand now and what comes next.
Apply Now
Questions?
We're Here to Help!
Our admission counselors are ready to answer questions and walk you through the application process.
Call 1.800.845.4955 or email admission@newberry.edu.

Newberry College Appoints New Department of Nursing Chair
Newberry College has named Dr. Susan Ludwick to serve as chair of the Department of Nursing effective Jan. 3, 2019. Ludwick replaces Dr. Betsy McDowell, who retired this month after 10 years with the College. Susan Ludwick comes to Newberry College from Charleston Southern University where she was assistant professor of Nursing. Her teaching responsibilities focused on pediatrics and pharmacology and coordinating student clinicals in these areas. Read the full story.
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Ava Culbertson
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Administrative Support - Department of Nursing
Office: SCM 125
Office Phone: 803-321-5670
Email:
ava.culbertson@newberry.edu
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Susan Ludwick
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Chair, Department of Nursing
Office: SCM 125
Office Phone: 803.321.5104
Email:
susan.ludwick@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Susan Ludwick, DNP, MSN, RN (Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Nursing) is originally from Kansas City, MO and grew up in Overland Park, KS. She obtained her BSN from Wichita State University in Wichita, KS;… Read More
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Jennifer Bickley, MSN RN
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Assistant Professor of Nursing
Office: SCM 118
Office Phone: 803.321.5671
Email:
jennifer.bickley@newberry.eduBio:
Jennifer Bickley obtained her BSN from Newberry College in 2014 and her MSN from South University in 2017. She earned her graduate degree from South University with a specialization in nursing education. Though not currently enrolled,… Read More
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Jenny Lindler , RN, MSN, CMSRN
-
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Office: SCM 119G
Office Phone: 803.321.5630
Email:
jenny.lindler@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Jenny Lindler's professional goal has always been to become a nurse educator who empowers students to become the best nurse they can be, contribute to nursing research and help in shaping the future of nursing.
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Susie Pippin
-
RN-to-BSN Advisor and Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
Office Phone: 803.321.5670
Bio:
Susie Pippin obtained her MSN from University of Phoenix, her BSN from University of South Carolina and an ADN from Midlands Technical College. She worked at Lexington Medical Center for 41 years. She has worked at Newberry College… Read More
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Gabrielle Scott
-
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Office Phone: 803.321.5118
Email:
gabrielle.scott@newberry.eduBio:
Gabrielle Scott received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and her Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis on Nursing Education from Francis Marion University.
Prior to joining the full time Newberry… Read More
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Download the 2018-2019 Academic Catalog
Download the 2017-2018 Academic Catalog
Download the Addendum to the 2017-2018 Academic Catalog
Download the 2016-2017 Academic Catalog
Download the 2015-2016 Academic Catalog
