Overview
The Department of Nursing at Bradley University is housed within the Susan and Norman Rothstein College of Education and Health Sciences and has built a long-standing reputation for producing well-prepared, licensure-ready nurses. Established as part of Bradley's broader mission to provide practical, career-focused education, the program has evolved to include a BSN, accelerated options, and graduate offerings, emphasizing evidence-based practice, clinical competence, and compassionate patient care. The program is accredited and consistently recognized for strong NCLEX-RN pass rates among its graduates.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Peoria, Illinois |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Total students | 600 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 10:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 70% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $40,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $40,000 |
| Room & board | $13,000 |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1080-1300 |
| ACT range | 22-28 |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- BSN Nursing
- Accelerated BSN
- RN to BSN
- Nursing Leadership
- Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN)
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.