Ohio Residents Can Now Prepare for RN Licensure in as Few as 20 Months

Joyce University Expands Nursing Education to Ohio Students

Flexible, hybrid nursing programs now available for Ohio residents

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – February 12, 2025 – Aspiring nurses in Ohio can now prepare for RN licensure in as few as 20 months. Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences is broadening its hybrid pre- and post-licensure nursing programs in Ohio.

Over the last three years, Joyce University has steadily expanded beyond Utah, now serving students in 12 states, including its latest additions in 2025: South Carolina and Ohio. This growth reflects the university’s commitment to providing flexible, career-focused educational pathways to meet the increasing demands for skilled nurses throughout Ohio.

“Ohio is facing a critical nursing shortage” said Dr. John Smith-Coppes, President and CEO of Joyce University. “Joyce’s mission is to bridge that gap in the communities we serve. By incorporating all program prerequisites within our curriculum and integrating dynamic online coursework with hands-on skill development, we’re creating accessible pathways for aspiring nurses at every stage of life—while upholding the highest standards of education, safety, and patient care.”

With this expansion, students in Ohio can access a range of pre-licensure programs, such as the 20-month Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), the 3-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and the accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (aBSN). Joyce University offers two post-licensure programs for those looking to further their nursing careers: the 4-semester online RN to BSN program and the 3-semester online MSN in Leadership program.

“Joyce University is committed to meeting the increasing demand for highly skilled nurses,” said Dr. Kelly McCullough, Dean of Nursing. “Our programs blend online coursework with hands-on labs, simulations, and clinical training in local communities—offering students the flexibility they need while ensuring a rigorous, high-quality education that prepares them for a rewarding career in nursing.”

Students benefit from a hybrid approach, attending online lectures while gaining hands-on experience at the Joyce Johnson Center of Simulation in Draper, Utah. To foster local connections, clinical experiences take place in each student’s state of residence.

Enrollment for Ohio students is now open, with the next cohort starting in the Summer Semester on May 5th.

For more information about Joyce University nursing programs or employment opportunities, visit joyce.edu.

• ABOUT JOYCE UNIVERSITY

  Founded in 1979, Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ mission is to prepare students to serve as competent professionals, to advance their careers, and to pursue lifelong learning. Located in Draper, Utah, Joyce University is proud to have helped thousands of students across the US graduate and launch lasting healthcare careers. With a recent expansion of its pre-licensure programs to select regional locations, including Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. Joyce University’s expansion enables aspiring nurses in these regions to access the same high-quality education and opportunities that have defined the institution for decades. Join them as they continue to shape the future of healthcare, one student at a time.

  Joyce University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) for the Associate of Science in Nursing degree program and by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs.