PINE BLUFF, ARK. - According to source, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is proud to announce the return of its Nursing (BSN) program as well as the university is now accepting applications. UAPB's website is excited to announce it with a banner posted.

The university received Initial Approval status for its Pre-Licencsure (Generic) Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) program from the Arkansas State Board of Nursing on Wednesday. Enrollment is now open for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year, and prospective students who have completed the required prerequisite general education courses can submit applications.

Students who are admitted to the pre-licensure program and successfully complete all required coursework and program requirements will be eligible to apply to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Students who pass the NCLEX-RN will be licensed to practice as a registered nurse.

"I am exceptionally proud of the dedicated nursing program faculty and staff for completing the rigorous process of building a brand new framework and curriculum for our BSN and their tenacity to meet all of the Board of Nursing's requirements for a stellar program," said Dr. Laurence B. Alexander, Chancellor of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. "Under the leadership of Diann Williams, the chair of the nursing program, we are pleased to shepherd students through the exacting process of gaining the knowledge and skills needed to pass the NCLEX-RN."

Students who's interested in enrolling in UAPB's BSN program can log onto www.uapb.edu for more information on how to apply, or contact (870) 574-8222 to request an application packet, information on admission testing as well as other requirements for admission.