We work with our students to best fit the desired program they would like to pursue in health professions such as a nurse, physician's assistant, physical therapist and more. While the articulations below are agreements with the following institutions, we will always explore your options to further your career and Graduate READY.
Nursing Articulations
51成人 offers the option to earn your BSN on campus through our four-year nursing program which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), as well as the option to earn an . Below you will find other agreements the College has with our partner schools to help you find the best path towards your education goals.
St. John's College of Nursing -- 2+2
Students spend two years at 51成人 and transition to coursework at for years three and four. Graduates of the program will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from St. John鈥檚 and a Bachelor of Arts degree in health sciences from IC. Nursing students in the program will have the benefit of academic innovation from both campuses, with coursework that emphasizes the critical thinking and communication skills needed to be a successful nurse and access to St. John's state-of-the-art simulation center. While completing coursework in Springfield, students will continue to have the option to live in Jacksonville in IC鈥檚 campus housing and participate in extracurricular activities for all four years.
Students attend IC and graduate after 4 years. During their time at IC, they have the opportunity to apply to Rush for a master鈥檚 in nursing (MSN) which they receive after 2 years there. Students may choose to become an RN or a CNL (clinical nurse leader) while at Rush. Students may also stay to get a DNP (doctor of nursing practice) and become a nurse practitioner as well.There are guaranteed seats for IC students.
Students attend IC and graduate after 4 years. During their time at IC, they have the opportunity to apply to St. Louis University for a master鈥檚 in nursing (MSN) which they receive after 2 years there. Students may choose to become an RN or a CNL (clinical nurse leader) while at SLU. There are guaranteed seats for IC students.
Occupational Therapy
Students attend IC for 3 years, major in Health Sciences then transfer to WUSTL for either their master鈥檚 or doctorate in occupational therapy.
Clinical Lab Science/Medical Lab Technician
Students attend IC for 3 years then transfer to OSF for a year for technical training for become a medical lab technician.
Athletic Training
Students attend IC and graduate after 4 years. During their time at IC, they have the opportunity to apply to C-S for a master鈥檚 in athletic training (MAT) which they receive after 2 years there. There are guaranteed seats for IC students.