Huntington University School of Nursing

Huntington University has a Nurses Christian Fellowship group that meets during the semester.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Nursing is to provide a baccalaureate educational program of excellence that prepares professional nurses for the diversity in health care needs of the 21st century. The Huntington University baccalaureate program in nursing is built upon a strong liberal arts foundation and Christian principles. The program will prepare generalists who are competent practitioners, providers of holistic care that contribute to safe and high quality outcomes and are critical thinkers and leaders. Graduates will impact their world through service.

Accreditations

• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• Approved by Indiana State Board of Registered Nursing
• Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Distinctives

Huntington University’s nursing program distinctives include hands-on learning with high-fidelity simulation equipment, faith integration woven throughout the curriculum, and a proven track record of graduate outcomes - 100% job placement within six months of graduation and a strong first-time NCLEX pass rate. Students also complete a Role Transition experience, working alongside a preceptor to synthesize skills and gain confidence in practice often aligned with an area of professional interest. Beyond the clinical setting, students participate in service-learning opportunities that connect coursework to meaningful community impact. The program is further strengthened by passionate professors who bring real-world experience from the healthcare areas in which they teach, fostering mentorship, clinical reasoning, and professional formation throughout the curriculum.

Mission/Service-Learning Opportunities

Service learning is a cornerstone of the program, allowing students to live out compassionate, hands-on care beyond the classroom. Learners participate in mission experiences in Belize, where they serve alongside local partners while developing cultural and global health awareness. Closer to home, students engage in community-based initiatives that support individuals who are unhoused and families experiencing food insecurity, translating classroom knowledge into meaningful action. These experiences cultivate servant leadership, advocacy, and a deep commitment to meeting people where they are-physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Degrees Offered

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BS, BSN)
• Accelerated BSN (post-bachelor's/second degree BSN)