Jul 23, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Roadmap: Nursing, BS


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The following roadmap is a sample advising map to complete the degree program in four years. Please consult your MyPlanner and major advisor as you develop your individualized academic plan. Students must have completed 60+ units in order to enroll in GE UD courses.

*Courses marked with an asterisk may be taken in a different semester than listed.

Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5

Year 1


Fall Semester (14 units)


Spring Semester (14 units)


Year 2


Fall Semester (14 units)


Spring Semester (12 units)


Year 3


Year 4


Year 5


Fall Semester (12 units)


Roadmap Notes


*Courses marked with an asterisk may be taken in a different semester than listed. 

Lower division courses should generally be taken in years 1-2, and upper division courses in years 3-4. Students should work with an academic advisor to create an individual roadmap using the MyPlanner tool.

The overall requirements are the same for undergraduate students and post baccalaureate students in the BSN program. Students must maintain a minimum grade of “C” (73%) or better or “Credit” in each nursing course and in all prerequisites and corequisite courses for the nursing major (see admission impaction supplemental criteria). In addition, students must pass background and drug clearances and obtain personal professional liability insurance through the School’s designated vendor. Students must carry personal health insurance at all times. Policies are posted on The Valley Foundation School of Nursing website at www.sjsu.edu/nursing.

Major Exceptions: This degree program meets certain University Requirements through approved major modifications. Please see the Major Exceptions area in the Policy and Procedures section of this catalog to identify the specific adjustments for this degree program or contact your major advisor for more details.

Major-Specific Graduation Requirements: All courses required in the major (preparation, major, and electives) require a grade of “C” (73%)  or better or “Credit” (see admission impaction supplemental criteria). In addition, students must pass background and drug clearances. Policies are posted on The Valley Foundation School of Nursing website.

A minimum of 120 units is required for this degree.

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