Our Programs
Find Your Path in Nursing
The School of Nursing at San Francisco State University offers a comprehensive suite of undergraduate and graduate nursing programs designed to prepare students for professional nursing careers and advanced practice roles.
Prospective students can explore pre-licensure pathways including the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), ADN-BSN collaborative pathway with California community colleges, and an Accelerated BSN for second-degree students, as well as graduate options such as the Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) for non-nurses, the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for registered nurses, post-master’s Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certificates, and a School Nurse Services Credential program.
Undergraduate Programs
Nursing (BSN)
Fall and Spring Entry Admissions
Pre-licensure program for entry into the nursing profession. Second Baccalaureate students, please apply to BSNA program
Nursing (ADN-BSN)
Fall and Spring Entry Admission
A collaborative model for academic progression in Nursing between SF State School of Nursing and designated California Community College (CCC) partners.
Nursing (Accelerated BSN)
Spring Entry Admission
The same as the regular BSN program. The Accelerated BSN Program is a four-semester program that includes the summer session (a 15-month program). For second Baccalaureate students only.
Graduate Programs
Master of Science in Nursing (Entry Level)
Fall Entry Admission
This pre-licensure program is designed for students who possess a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and are seeking to enter the nursing profession. Graduates will earn a BSN and MSN degree upon completion of the program.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Fall Entry Admission
A program designed for California RNs with a bachelor's degree in nursing.
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate (FNP)
Summer Entry Admission
This program is designed for California RNs with a master's or doctoral degree in nursing and a desire to become nurse practitioners.
School Nurse Services Credential
Fall Entry Admission
This program is specifically for California RNs who hold a California School Nurse Services Preliminary Credential, helping them fulfill the requirement to renew their credential before it expires.