Launch or advance your nursing career
Offering undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees.
Nursing remains listed among the highest-growth occupations today. With undergraduate programs in Lansing, Warren, Midland and Grand Rapids and master's-level programs offered online, we're sure to offer you the right program at a place that's convenient for you. As students begin their journey to become nurses, we begin to prepare them to pass their registered nurse licensing exams. In fact, Davenport graduates pass the NCLEX exams at higher rates than others.
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Nursing scholarships
Every new student enrolled at our Great Lakes Bay, Lansing or Warren campus in a qualified nursing program is eligible to receive $8,000 per academic year and will automatically be awarded this scholarship or an academic scholarship — whichever is of greater value.
Pathways to a bachelor's degree in nursing
Looking for a bachelor's degree in nursing? Davenport offers several pathways to obtain your degree faster and to launch the career you love sooner.
Direct Admit From High School
An acceptance to Davenport's nursing program means a guaranteed seat, and you'll begin nursing classes right away.
Direct Admit for Adult/Transfer
Adult and transfer students who achieve a 3.0 GPA in each of 9 core courses will receive direct admittance, and we will waive the TEAS exam.
RN to BSN (up to 90 credits)
Earn your bachelor's degree in one to two years as a part-time student.
ADN to BSN (up to 90 credits)
Earn your bachelor's degree in one to two semesters after graduating with your ADN.
Michigan EMS to BSN (up to 39 credits)
Turn your real-world paramedic experience into academic credits with Davenport.
Corpsman or Combat Medic to BSN (up to 46 credits)
Turn your real-world military experience into academic credits with Davenport.
Transfer Student to BSN (as many credits as possible)
Transfer credits from another school, and let us help you obtain your degree faster.
Medical Assistant to BSN (up to 6 credits)
Get a head start on your bachelor's degree with up to six credits waived for your real-world experience.
