Nursing Pre-Licensure Programs in Houston

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Hybrid Coursework

16-20 Months

Over 98% NCLEX-RN Pass Rate

CCNE Accredited

Curriculum About Houston Careers

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.

TLU’s CCNE-accredited pre-licensure nursing programs pair online coursework with in-person skills labs, simulation, and clinical practica. The Houston campus offers aspiring nurses access to world-class healthcare and medical research facilities.

Program Details

  • Expert nursing faculty who support diverse perspectives and student development
  • Hands-on practice in state-of-the-art skills and simulation lab for building competence and confidence
  • Clinical placement in healthcare facilities in Houston
  • Lutheran values that foster intellectual growth, community service, and spiritual exploration

Your Roadmap Licensure Readiness and Beyond

More clinical. More confidence. Our ABSN and DEMSN combine rigorous pre-licensure prep and immersive real-world placements to launch your nursing career from day one.

  • 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.

Build Clinical Confidence With Comprehensive Learning in Real Care Settings

Taught by expert faculty, our hybrid curriculum balances rigorous coursework with immersive learning. This integrated approach helps you build the knowledge you’ll need in engaging classes and apply it in labs, simulations, and supervised clinicals, preparing you for RN licensure eligibility and in-demand roles with competencies in patient-centered care, leadership, and evidence-based practice.

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

Houston: World-Class Healthcare at Your Doorstop

Houston offers a multicultural landscape celebrating heritages and customs from around the globe. It is home to the renowned Space Center as well as Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, and Houston Methodist Academic Institute, a leader in medical research. Students at TLU Houston enjoy lively arts and culinary scenes, and affordable housing and dining options. See Houston Moving Guide.

Higher Earning Potential

Graduates from TLU are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN® exam in any U.S. state or territory. Our ABSN and DEMSN pathways position you for career growth in leadership, nursing education, and specialty practice.

Careers With a ABSN or DEMSN

Registered Nurse $93,600 per year1

Medical and Health Services Manager $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 That Take You Further

Your rewarding nursing career starts at TLU’s campus in 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

  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/.