Prepare for a Rewarding Career as a Registered Nurse (RN)
The Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program at Georgian College prepares students for lifelong careers in healthcare as Registered Nurses (RNs). This direct-entry nursing degree is designed for individuals without prior nursing education who are ready to make a difference in modern, person-centered healthcare environments.
What You’ll Learn in the BScN Nursing Program
This comprehensive program blends classroom learning, hands-on clinical experience, and community engagement to ensure graduates are fully prepared to meet the demands of the evolving healthcare landscape.
Key Areas of Study:
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Nursing Theory and Clinical Practice
Learn essential nursing concepts, patient care techniques, and clinical decision-making grounded in evidence-based practice. -
Person-Centered and Culturally Sensitive Care
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Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Understand how to educate and empower patients to lead healthier lives while managing chronic and acute health conditions. -
Leadership in Nursing
Prepare to take on leadership roles in healthcare, advocating for patient care improvements and contributing to system-level change. -
Community-Based Nursing Practice
Address the unique healthcare needs of local populations, including Indigenous communities, Francophone groups, seniors, and those experiencing mental health challenges.
Clinical Placements and Real-World Experience
This program is deeply embedded in both urban and rural healthcare settings, providing students with diverse clinical experiences that reflect the realities of professional nursing. Under the guidance of experienced faculty and preceptors, students:
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Participate in clinical placements in hospitals, long-term care facilities, community health services, and more
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Apply theoretical knowledge in real-time patient care scenarios
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Gain experience working with interprofessional teams and diverse populations
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Develop critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills in real-world settings
Career Opportunities for BScN Graduates
Graduates of the BScN program are eligible to write the NCLEX-RN exam to become Registered Nurses (RNs). They are prepared for employment in a wide variety of healthcare environments, including:
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Hospitals and Emergency Departments
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Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes
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Community Health and Public Health Agencies
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Mental Health and Addiction Services
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Indigenous Health Services
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Primary Care Clinics and Family Health Teams
- Academic Requirement: The applicant is required to complete six Grade 12 courses, including English, Biology, Mathematics, and one of either Chemistry or Physics, along with two additional Grade 12-level credits.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: Minimum of 7.0 in each section TOEFL iBT: Total score of 89, with at least 22 in both Writing and Speaking Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 140
If you decide to cancel your enrollment, here’s a clear explanation of how tuition fee refunds and deferrals are handled at Georgian College.
LOA Deposit: $2,500 CAD
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The $2,500 CAD deposit is refundable only if your visa is refused.
❌ Refunds for Visa Refusal
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If you request a refund within 14 days of your visa refusal:
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You will get a full refund.
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If you request a refund after 14 days of the visa refusal:
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$2,500 CAD will be taken from your refund.
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It’s the agent’s responsibility to inform the college about the visa refusal within 14 days.
✅ Withdrawal Refunds
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If you withdraw within the first 10 working days of the term, you will get a partial refund.
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If you withdraw after 10 working days, no refund will be given.
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Fees paid for future terms will be fully refunded.
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If your study permit is refused, you can get a full refund if you submit the refusal letter within the first 10 working days.
⏳ Deferral Policy
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You are allowed one deferral with a valid reason.
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For any additional deferrals, you will need to pay a $100 CAD application fee.
- Application Fee: $100
- LOA Deposit: $2,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $20,483
- Total Tuition Fee: $81,932
- Course Duration: 4 years
- Credentials: Bachelor
- Intake: September 2025
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Copy of passport
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All academic transcripts
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All academic certificates
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IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable
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Student Email ID:
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Student Contact No:
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Student Address:
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Emergency Contact details:
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• Email ID :
• Contact no. :
• Relation with student:
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
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Stamped copy of visa
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LOI
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Study permit
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Canadian Address:
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Canadian Contact No: