- Courses in Biology (BIOL)
96.43% NCLEX Pass Rate
Roberts Wesleyan University's Class of 2025 achieved a 96.43% first-time NCLEX pass rate, surpassing state and national averages. We’re dedicated to preparing confident, servant leaders in healthcare.
What Will I Learn?
“There’s something different about a Roberts nurse.” This is the most common feedback we’ve received from countless hospital leaders.
Have you always wanted to help others? What you’ll learn in the Roberts’ nursing program will help you change lives.
You’ll learn:
- The essential skills necessary to provide expert patient care
- How to view your patient as a whole person, not just their diagnosis
- The integration of science, compassion, and technology
At the end of the day, it's really all about people.
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Program Highlights
WHOLE PERSON APPROACH
We view students and patients as holistic unique beings with bio-psycho-social-spiritual components.
STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY
Build your confidence during lifelike simulation experiences using clinically accurate medical equipment.
PREPARE FOR YOUR CAREER
Develop relationships and respect by learning to provide top-notch patient care alongside world-class healthcare providers.
Nursing-Specific Virtual Open Houses
Do you want to further your education and strengthen your impact in the Nursing profession? Register for a Nursing-specific Virtual Open House!
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Clinical Placements
- Strong Memorial Hospital
- Highland Hospital
- Rochester General Hospital
- Unity Hospital
- Catholic Health
- Unity St. Mary’s
- Strong West
- Local Schools
- Community Health Organizations
Careers in Nursing
- Adult Medical Surgical
- Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal ICU
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Cardiac Care
- Emergency Department
- Labor and Delivery
- Long-term care
- Oncology
- Operating Room
- Pediatrics
- Psychiatry
Roberts Offers the Following Advanced Practice Opportunities
How Much Will I Pay?
Total Program
Sticker Price for 2026-2027:
$55,781
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$23,345
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
READY TO
LEAD
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
Most nurses say nursing school only teaches you so much, and you have to learn everything else on the job… but that definitely wasn’t my experience. Roberts prepared me well for the real world, including my 2-week adventure to serve patients in Costa Rica.
Transferring
Ready to transfer into the Nursing, B.S. program at Roberts Wesleyan University? Learn about our admissions requirements, prerequisite courses, and the transfer credit evaluation process.
Technical Standards
Learn about the essential skills and standards required for Roberts Wesleyan University’s nursing programs.
Nursing Summer Camp
Spend a week in the life of a registered nurse. With the help of the latest cutting-edge technology and expert clinicians at Roberts Wesleyan University, you will learn to work as a vital member of the healthcare team.
Scholarships may be available.
Minor Options
Minor Requirements
Students wishing to graduate with a minor must complete at least 18 semester hours in a selected
discipline. Specific minor requirements are listed within the departmental sections of this catalog. In
order to earn a minor when some of the coursework is also required by their major, students must take
at least nine hours unique to the minor. In order for a transfer student to earn a minor offered by Roberts, the student must earn at least nine hours at Roberts.
Frequently Asked Questions
The American Nurses Association refers to modern-day nursing as “the glue that holds a patient’s health care journey together".
They list these as RNs’ key responsibilities:
- Performing physical exams and health histories before making critical decisions
- Providing health promotion, counseling, and education
- Administering medications and other personalized interventions
- Coordinating care in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals
How do I become a registered nurse?
You can start in one of three ways:
- Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing
- An associate’s degree in nursing
- A diploma from an approved nursing program
This leads us to the next step to becoming an RN – passing the NCLEX Exam (the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses). At Roberts, we’ll boost your confidence in your ability to pass by guiding you through an in-person and nationally standardized preparation course.
After you pass the NCLEX, you’ll have to get a nursing license for the state you’d like to work in.
While nursing can be a very demanding job, it can be highly rewarding. If you’re interested in medicine, patient care, and helping others, it could be a fulfilling choice for you.
Some other benefits of being a nurse include a more financially secure future, a flexible schedule, room for future career growth, and a sense of purpose.
However, becoming a nurse should not be taken lightly as there are more challenging aspects of the job. For instance, you will have to interact with people which may be difficult, work in a stressful environment, and meet intense physical and mental demands.
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for Registered Nurses was $77,600 in 2021. Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, level, field, and position.
The baccalaureate, and masters, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs in nursing, at Roberts Wesleyan University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Can I meet with a nursing professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet individually with a professor to get an overview of the major and your individual questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
Undergraduate Nursing Faculty
