About our Pre-Nursing Specialization

A degree in public health focuses on research and studies that help communities achieve optimal health and wellbeing. Our pre-nursing specialization aims to educate and empower the emerging generation nurses on their way to nursing school. 

The pre-nursing specialization will prepare your entrance into nursing school with a solid background in public health theory and practice. CWU does not offer a degree program in nursing, but offers prerequisite courses suited for admission to professional nursing programs available across Washington. 

Why Specialize in Pre-Nursing at CWU?

In this program, you will develop academic skills and learning habits needed for nursing programs through courses that advance your professional potential and support your career aspirations. 

Working in the health sciences is about helping people. It’s about caring for others. CWU wants to help you do the work that moves our world forward by providing you with the skills to do great things in the health sciences field

Program Highlights

Where is this program offered?

Ellensburg
Online

How much does this program cost?

Find out how much this program costs through the registrar

Community Response Lab

The CWU Public Health Program operates a Community Response Lab focused on emerging research and best practices in response to the needs of rural communities in the Pacific Northwest region.

Careers and Outcomes

• Registered Nurse, average annual wage: $82,750 
• Nurse Practitioner, average annual wage: $ 118,040 

If you are interested in continuing your education in a health-related field, find more information about Health Careers

Degree Information

For information regarding admission requirements, required and elective courses, please reference the 2022-2023 Academic Catalog. 

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