Nursing in the 21st Century
Opportunities for nurses are abundant and are evolving in numerous challenging directions. At one time, nurses were primarily prepared for work in hospitals. Today, a large variety of rewarding opportunities is available in a range of geographic and cultural settings. Bachelor of Science in Nursing students prepare to provide health care to people across their lifespans. RNs develop, implement, modify, and evaluate care for individuals, families, and communities through evidence-based practice. Theoretical and clinical learning experiences prepare students to care for the acutely and chronically ill and instruct clients in health promotion, disease and injury prevention. BSN students develop the skills to manage clients’ health care needs in various settings. Nursing positions with the U.S. Public Health Services, Indian Health Service and those seeking to be commissioned officers in the U.S. military require a BSN degree. A BSN degree allows for career flexibility and serves as the foundation for education at the master’s or doctoral level.
Recent Statistics in the Nursing Profession
The nursing profession now includes nearly 5.2 million registered nurses, making it the largest segment of the nation’s health care workforce.
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U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 rankings named nurse practitioner the No. 1 best job overall, citing strong job growth, high earning potential, and industry stability. The registered nurse profession ranked No. 54 overall and No. 18 among best health care jobs.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of registered nurses is projected to increase 5% from 2024 to 2034, which is faster than the average for all occupations. Growth for nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists, and nurse midwives is expected to reach 40% during that period, outpacing most other fields.
Nurses play a central role in advancing health care by addressing challenges such as health equity, adapting to new technologies, and responding to the needs of an aging population.
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International Service Learning
There are numerous opportunities to study abroad within the School of Nursing. This amazing opportunity is available almost every semester in various locations. This is a great way to learn in a rich cultural environment and integrate the nursing practice. Current relationships exist with Kenya, the Dominican Republic, and Cambodia, and these locations are typically visited annually or bi-annually. For questions about study abroad and current opportunities, please visit the Education Abroad or contact the School of Nursing.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at UM-Flint are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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Announcement of Accreditation Review by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
The University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing announces that it will host a site review for reaccreditation of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Post-Graduate Certificate programs by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) on October 22-24, 2025.
As part of the review process, CCNE will accept written third-party comments from our community of interest until October 1, 2025. Comments are shared only with the CCNE evaluation team appointed to review our nursing programs. All comments must be submitted in English, consistent with CCNE’s policy on Conduct of Business in English, and may be submitted to CCNE at thirdpartycomments@ccneaccreditation.org.
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