BSN licensing requirements
The University of Nevada, Reno is required to disclose licensure information to students who are enrolled in a program that leads to professional licensure. This information is reviewed annually. The University has collected this information and determined its accuracy to the best of its ability.
Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body​
| State | Does the program meet the educational requirements for licensure? | Educational exceptions | Available license | Educational requirements | Additional required coursework or training | Examination requirements for licensure | State Board |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Alaska | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Arizona | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Arkansas | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| California | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Colorado | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Connecticut | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Delaware | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| District of Columbia | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Florida | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Georgia | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Guam | Have not made a determination | ||||||
| Hawaii | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Idaho | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Illinois | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Indiana | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Iowa | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Kansas | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Kentucky | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Louisiana | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Maine | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Maryland | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Massachusetts | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Michigan | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Minnesota | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Mississippi | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Missouri | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Montana | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Nebraska | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Nevada | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| New Hampshire | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| New Jersey | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| New Mexico | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| New York | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| North Carolina | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| North Dakota | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Ohio | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Oklahoma | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Oregon | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Pennsylvania | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Puerto Rico | Have not made a determination | ||||||
| Rhode Island | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| South Carolina | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| South Dakota | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Tennessee | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Texas | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Utah | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Vermont | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Virgin Islands | Have not made a determination | ||||||
| Washington | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| West ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵ | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Wisconsin | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN | |
| Wyoming | Yes | None | RN | Program accreditation by approved National Accrediting Body | None | NCLEX-RN |
*Updated on 4/5/24