East Tennessee State University

BSN

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tuition: $9,706
Licensure pass rate (2025): 90%

Application dates: check with school

RDH

Dental Hygiene

Tuition: $9,706
Accreditor: CODA

Application deadline Mar 1, 2027

RT(R)

Radiologic Technology

Tuition: $9,706
Licensure pass rate (2024): 99%

Application deadline Mar 1, 2027

Paths to this school

Explore starting credentials and the steps toward these programs.

CNA RT(R)

CNA to Radiologic Technologist

Step into medical imaging. Your patient-care background is an advantage in rad tech admissions.

2 years

CNA RRT

CNA to Respiratory Therapist

Move from bedside care into respiratory therapy with an associate degree and RRT credential.

2 years

DA RDH

Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist

Use your chairside experience to enter a dental hygiene program and double your earning power.

2 years

CNA BSN

CNA to BSN

Bridge from frontline care to a four-year nursing degree, with your patient-care hours working for you.

4 years

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Student societies

Clubs and associations for nursing and pre-nursing students here.

Chapter

Student Nurses' Association (SNA) at ETSU Encourages "nursing and pre-nursing students in any state-approved program" to participate through NSNA. Active membership: dues + 3 of 5 meetings/semester + 1 event/semester.

Statewide

Tennessee Student Nurses' Association (TSNA) Open to nursing students across Tennessee

@tnstudentnurses

Student resources Career planning, funding and application tools

Everything you need, in one place.

Become certified, then map the degree. Start with the Career Assessment if you are not sure which credential comes first.

Career Planning

2 tools

Career Assessment

Identify which healthcare career suits you best with our expert-driven assessments.

Career Clusters

Map out your journey across diverse roles and fields with our career clusters.

Financial Planning

1 tool

Paid Sponsorships

Discover funding opportunities to financially support your healthcare studies.

Career Development

5 tools

Resume Builder

Craft a professional resume tailored to different roles in the healthcare industry.

Certification Finder

Explore certification programs offered on campus or other programs nearby.

Mock Interviews

Sharpen your interview skills with simulations that prepare you for real opportunities.

Job Search

Find jobs that match your career ambitions and leverage your experience.

Research Opportunities

Discover research opportunities to apply your skills and gain hands-on experience.

General

1 tool

Advisors

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