Nursing Students Increasing Opt for Higher Degrees

Recent data from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing showed that enrollment in all types of professional registered nursing programs increased from 2010-2011, including a 3.9 percent increase in entry-level Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree programs.

For its survey, AACN relied on data reported from 647 of the 840 nursing schools in the U.S. with baccalaureate and/or graduate programs. The survey revealed the following results:

•    The number of students enrolled in baccalaureate degree completion programs, also known as RN to BSN programs, increased 13.4 percent from 2010-2011.
•    Nursing schools with master's programs reported a 7.6 percent increase jump in enrollment and a 10.5 percent increase in graduation rates.
•    The greatest growth was seen in Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, where enrollment increased by 20.6 percent from 2010-2011.
•    Graduates from master's degree programs were most likely to have secured jobs at graduation (74 percent for master's vs. 56 percent for bachelor's) and at 4-6 months post-graduation (92 percent for master's vs. 88 percent for bachelor's).

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