Take Your Next Step as a BSN Nurse
Apply your prerequisites and start directly into the clinical portion of the BSN nursing degree. Learn from experienced nurse clinicians in high-tech sim labs, and gain real-world experience through clinical placements at top-tier healthcare facilities.
After graduation, you’ll be prepared to take the NCLEX licensing exam and launch your career in nursing.
Skip the Waitlist and Start Nursing Classes in August 2026
Nursing program seats are now available on the Baker College campuses in Royal Oak, Owosso, and Muskegon. Start your nursing career today and make an impact in the healthcare field.
| Campus | Program | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Muskegon | Nursing (Traditional) | July 24, 2026 |
| Owosso | Nursing (Traditional) | July 24, 2026 |
| Royal Oak | Nursing (Traditional) | July 24, 2026 |
Timeline
- Complete your application by the deadline listed for your campus
- Receive your decision within 48 hours
- Complete paperwork and enrollment requirements*
- Begin classes August 24, 2026
Nursing Scholarships Available
At Baker, we’re committed to making your nursing education accessible and affordable. Our competitive and specialty tuition rates ensure you’re getting great value for your investment in a high-quality BSN program. Plus, we offer a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help you achieve your goals, including up to $9,000 in transfer scholarships.
Nursing Transfer Requirements
Students transferring into Baker’s BSN program must meet the following requirements:
- Have earned a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7
- Have completed enough transferable courses to fulfill Baker’s prerequisite courses listed below
Baker BSN Degree Prerequisites
| Course ID | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 1210 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 credits |
| BIO 1211 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | 1 credit |
| BIO 1220 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 credits |
| BIO 1221 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | 1 credit |
| BIO 2150 | Pathophysiology | 3 credits |
| COM 1010 | Composition and Critical Thinking | 3 credits |
| COM 1020 | Composition and Critical Thinking II | 3 credits |
| HSC 1010 | Introduction to Health Professions | 2 credits |
| MTH 1150 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 credits |
| PSY 2050 | Self and Society | 3 credits |
Transfer Equivalency Tool
Use our interactive online evaluation tool (below) and see what courses you’ve completed at other institutions will transfer to Baker College. You can also open the Transfer Equivalency Tool in a new tab.
Our course equivalency tool allows you to explore how thousands of courses offered by more than 450 colleges and universities around the country compare with courses offered at Baker College.
All schools may not be represented by our transfer equivalency tool. Only those schools and courses reviewed by our registrar’s office are included. If your school is not listed, please contact our enrollment specialists at (855) 487-7888 or via email at [email protected] to arrange for a review of your transcripts.
* Disclaimer: If admitted to the nursing program, all required paperwork and medical tests/vaccines must be completed by August 24, 2026 to join classes starting that day. Other requirements may be needed based on clinical placement locations.
Baker College offers student housing at the Muskegon, Cadillac, and Owosso campus locations.
Start Your BSN Nursing Program
Don’t spend valuable time sitting on a waitlist. Submit your nursing program application today and be ready to start nursing classes on August 24, 2026.