What is Nursing?
Nursing is a profession within the health care sector focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life.
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The opportunities in the field of nursing are endless. The BS degree in nursing prepares graduates to practice at the professional level in a variety of healthcare settings, including the community, industry, government, hospitals, and clinics.
The program in nursing is approved by:
The Alabama Board of Nursing.
As required by the Alabama Board of Nursing, Oakwood University Nursing Department as of July 20, 2023 the Alabama Board of Nursing issued a Notice of Correction and confirmed the Oakwood University program to be currently APPROVED. Our average NCLEX pass rate for the Class of 2022 is 91.7; and the class of 2023 is at 100%.
Effective October 18, 2023, Oakwood University Nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on October 18, 2025.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000
ACEN Candidacy Next ACEN site visit is August 26-28, 2025
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Accepted into Oakwood University
TASK 1: Register for NS 101 Introduction to Professional Nursing (Spring Semester)
Registration for NS 101 is done in the Spring semester with the OU Center for Student Success (CSS) advisor located at Cunningham Hall. The pre-nursing advisor will assist students with the Spring registration for NS 101.
Deadline:
Spring of Sophomore Year
TASK 2: Register for BI 111 or have transfer college credit for Anatomy & Physiology w/Lab
Registration for BI111 is done through the OU Center for Student Success (CSS) Advisor for the Fall Semester. Students with transfer credits comparable to the BI111 course, must complete a transfer equivalency form that is honored by the OU Registrar’s office.
Download Transfer Equivalency Credit Form
Deadline:
Fall of Admission Year
TASK 3: Register for CH101 or have transfer college credit for Inorganic Chemistry w/Lab
Registration for CH101 is done through the OU Center for Student Success (CSS) Advisor for the Fall Semester. Students with transfer credits comparable to the CH101 course, must complete a transfer equivalency form that is honored by the OU Registrar’s office.
Download Transfer Equivalency Credit Form
Deadline:
Fall of Admission Year
TASK 4: Register and complete ACT (non-essay) or SAT (non-essay)
Test Registration, available dates and locations, and payment information can be found at the following websites:
Deadline:
Prior to admission to Oakwood University
MEET THE FACULTY & STAFF
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Karen Lynch-Frater PhD,
M.A.Ed, RN (Chair)
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Bev Ross, MSN, RN
(Clinical Instructor)
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Delicia Vanterpool DNP,
RN (Faculty)
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Erhuvwukorotu Kollie
PhD, RN (Faculty)
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Mattie Sherard DNP, RN
(Faculty)
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Marilyn Hendrickson BSc
(Office Manager)
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- Karen Anderson
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- Fredrick Richardson
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- Davonia Taylor
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- LeShawn Fitchard
Required Course for Admission (Spring Semester Sophomore Year):
NS 101 Introduction to Professional Nursing
This course introduces Biblical and Seventh-day Adventist principles of health and philosophy and conceptual framework of the Oakwood University Department of Nursing. Taught from a critical thinking perspective, this writing intensive course will also include nursing history and trends, medical terminology, and an introduction to legal and ethical issues in health care and selected test-taking strategies. Needed for admission to the nursing program.
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OU Nursing played such an important role in shaping the nurse and leader that I am today. OU Nursing provided me with a high-quality Christian education rooted in cultural competence and prepared me to deliver compassionate care to patients and my community. Through relevant coursework, hands-on clinical experience, and instructors that always exemplified their commitment to service, OU Nursing empowered me to become a leader and advocate for health equity, diversity in healthcare, and excellent patient outcomes.
Yarimel Rodriguez
2020 Graduate
NICU Assistant Nurse Manager- Howard University Hospital