Nursing Pre-Licensure Programs in Dallas, New Braunfels and Houston

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Hybrid Coursework

16-20 Months

Over 98% NCLEX-RN Pass Rate

CCNE Accredited

Curriculum Careers

Purpose-Driven Accelerated BSN and Direct-Entry MSN Programs

Turn your passion into a profession. The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing pre-licensure programs* from Texas Lutheran University offer multiple pathways if you have prior non-nursing education and seek the academic foundation for a high-impact career pivot.

Our CCNE-accredited nursing programs feature hybrid or online coursework with in-person skills labs, simulation and practica. With TLU campuses in Dallas, New Braunfels and Houston, you can reach your career goals, no matter where you live in the Texas Triangle.

Program Details

  • Academic support and mentoring from clinically experienced nursing faculty
  • Cutting-edge simulation technology for learning real-world skills
  • Professional practica at healthcare facilities in Dallas, New Braunfels and Houston
  • Lutheran values focused on excellence, ethics and compassionate care

Flexible Options for Your Path to RN Licensure

Our ABSN and DEMSN pre-licensure programs offer three campus locations, three start dates per year, and several pre-licensure pathways to enter the nursing field.

  • Modality: Hybrid
  • Credit Hours: 60
  • Duration: 16 months (average)

Develop foundational knowledge in patient care and nursing best practices or expand your clinical skillset to pursue rewarding opportunities in healthcare.

  • Modality: Hybrid
  • Credit Hours: 75
  • Duration: 20 months (average)

Earn your BSN and MSN degrees in one streamlined program. Gain in-demand clinical skills for specialized leadership roles or prepare for advanced practice.

Immersive Learning and Real-World Clinical Practice

The hybrid curriculum is comprised of hybrid or online coursework and in-person skills labs and clinicals at healthcare facilities in preparation for licensure, all guided by expert faculty. Courses equip you for complex patient care and healthcare challenges in a variety of clinical settings and populations.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master’s degree program in nursing at Texas Lutheran University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

C C N E Accredited

Stand Out With a Respected Credential

TLU graduates of the ABSN or DEMSN program in Dallas, New Braunfels or Houston are ready to take the NCLEX-RN® exam in any U.S. state or territory. Once a licensed RN, you can step into advanced practice roles that contribute to better patient outcomes and higher-quality care.

Careers With an ABSN or DEMSN

Median Wage for RNs $93,600 per year1

Median Wage for Medical and Health Services Managers $117,960 per year2

At Texas Lutheran University, the Human Spirit Is Indomitable

Driven by our values of education, community, and faith, the university empowers all to learn, serve, and lead. Through a practical and powerful education centered on the liberal arts and professional programs, Bulldogs bring out their best for the sake of the greater good. They emerge ready to lead in their lives and communities, transforming our today to create a more just tomorrow.

Nursing Credentials Built for Your Professional Goals

Your rewarding nursing career starts at TLU’s campus in Dallas, New Braunfels or Houston. Enjoy small class sizes, caring faculty and values that align with Lutheran beliefs. Also consider:

  • Your career change is in reach with over 98% NCLEX-RN pass rate.
  • Nursing alumni report that more than 95% have a position in nursing within six months of graduation.
  • Many alumni have an offer of employment before they graduate.
  • TLU graduates work at some of the region’s most prestigious hospitals and health care employers as well as across the state and nation.

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Sources and Disclaimer

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Registered Nurses. Retrieved March 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Medical and health Services Managers. Retrieved March 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.

*TLU Dallas ABSN and Direct Entry MSN programs are pending approval by the Texas Board of Nursing. Student fees are also pending.