Care With Compassion and Skill
A nursing career offers abundant personal and professional fulfillment. At LaGrange College, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program equips you with both the scientific expertise and the human-centered skills needed to thrive in today's healthcare environment. From classroom learning to clinical experiences, you’ll graduate prepared to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Choose your path
LaGrange offers spring and fall admission, with pathways designed to meet students exactly where they are.
Traditional
With guided support, students move through pre-nursing requirements and apply to the nursing program the moment they're ready.
Transfer
Whether two years in or close enough, transfer students can apply to LaGrange College and the nursing program simultaneously to fast-track their next step.
Direct Admit
Academically qualified high school seniors can secure a guaranteed spot in the nursing program from day one.
“My LaGrange experience has been truly transformative: the supportive and caring faculty, close-knit classes, and hands-on clinical sessions, simulations, and labs have shaped me into a great nurse!”
From Classroom to Clinical
Nursing at LaGrange blends cutting-edge scientific knowledge with compassionate, patient-centered care. Students build advanced clinical understanding alongside the critical thinking and human connection the profession demands.
Clinical Experience
Students gain hands-on clinical experience in real healthcare settings, applying classroom learning directly to patient care under close supervision.
Faculty Mentorship
Experienced nursing faculty provide close mentorship throughout the program, guiding students through coursework, clinicals, and career preparation.
Nursing Scholarships & Tuition
Investing in your nursing education is a big decision — here's a clear breakdown of tuition, fees, and scholarship support to help you plan for your BSN at LaGrange College.
George E. Sims Scholarship
Scholarship support is available to help offset the cost of LaGrange College's BSN program. The George E. Sims Scholarship is awarded to qualifying Nursing students and can be applied throughout your time in the program. Contact the Office of Financial Aid or the Department of Nursing to learn more about eligibility and how to apply.
Nursing Tuition & Fees (2026–2027)
Below is an estimated cost breakdown for traditional BSN students during their junior and senior years, when nursing-specific coursework and fees begin. For general LaGrange College fees, please refer to the LaGrange College Bulletin.
| Junior Year | First Semester | Second Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $19,285.00 | $19,285.00 |
| Nursing Fees | $1,450.00 | $1,450.00 |
| Books (Estimate) | $650.00 | $550.00 |
| LC Undergraduate Fees | $485.00 | $485.00 |
| Total Estimated Fees | $21,870.00 | $21,770.00 |
Total Estimated Cost — Junior Year: $43,640.00
| Senior Year | First Semester | Second Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $19,285.00 | $19,285.00 |
| Nursing Fees | $1,450.00 | $1,450.00 |
| Books (Estimate) | $350.00 | $125.00 |
| LC Undergraduate Fees | $485.00 | $485.00 |
| Graduation Fee | --- | $150.00 |
| Total Estimated Fees | $21,570.00 | $21,495.00 |
Total Estimated Cost — Senior Year: $43,065.00
Additional Program Costs to Plan For
Beyond tuition and fees, BSN students should budget for the following program-related expenses, which are not included in the totals above:
- Uniforms (scrubs, clinical shoes, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
- Advantage Background Check & Drug Screen (required annually)
- Physical exam
- Immunizations
- Room & board
- Meal plans
Where Graduates Go
LaGrange Nursing graduates are prepared for the demands of modern healthcare — working in clinical settings or pursuing advanced degrees as nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists, or nurse educators.
Working at
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
- Shepherd Center
- Wellstar Health System
- Piedmont Healthcare
- Tanner Health System
Career paths include
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Nurse Manager / Supervisor
- Community Health Nurse
- Critical Care / Emergency Nurse
- Pediatric / Geriatric Nurse
- Graduate study: NP, Educator, Anesthetist
Why Nursing at LaGrange?
- 100% job placement rate for graduates
- 95% NCLEX pass rate for the Class of 2024
- 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio — individual attention throughout
Accreditation
LaGrange College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees, as well as the educational specialist degree. LaGrange College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of LaGrange College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (http://www.sacscoc.org).
The Georgia Board of Nursing (GBON) has granted Conditional Approval to LaGrange College for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program. The GBON may be contacted at Georgia Board of Nursing, 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, Georgia 31217.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program at LaGrange College is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the BSN nursing program is Continuing Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm.