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Nursing science, education, and practice


What is a nursing science, education, and practice major?

Nursing science, education and practice studies concentrates on the examination of advanced clinical practices, research methodologies, the administration of complex nursing services, and that prepares nurses to further the progress of nursing research through experimentation and clinical applications.

20%

of students said hands-on experience was a highlight of this major.

77%

of students found this major to be difficult.

30%

of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.

89%

of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.

28%

of students said difficult exams/assessments were a challenging aspect of the major.

How much do nursing science, education, and practice majors make?

This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!

How popular is nursing science, education, and practice as a major?

Each year, around 2,380 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 720 students obtain an associate degree in nursing science, education, and practice. In 2021, 2,601 students received a bachelor's degree and 875 students received an associate degree. This is 14% more nursing science, education, and practice majors than there were in 2020. Nursing science, education, and practice is one of the most popular majors within nursing.

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