We are here to assist you in accomplishing your goals! We provide support to students in the Nursing program at Iowa State by utilizing a Collaborative Advising Model. Each student in the RN-to-BSN program is assigned both a faculty advisor and a professional advisor.
Current Students
Advising Model
Campus Student Resources
All nursing courses are delivered through the Canvas learning platform.
Each nursing Canvas course includes a Module 0, where you'll find a comprehensive list of the most utilized campus resources for nursing students.
Canvas and IT Resources for Students
Student Counseling Services (SCS) provides clinical and campus-based services to help students achieve their educational and personal goals. SCS supports the holistic well-being of every Iowa State student and promotes a healthy and inclusive community through clinical services, outreach, consultation, crisis intervention and collaboration with campus partners.
TAO Self-Help
What is TAO?
TAO is an online platform of tools and educational modules to help you learn about and change how you think and feel. TAO covers over 150 brief, effective educational sessions covering over 50 common topics and skills related to mental health, wellness, and substance use issues. TAO Includes interactive sessions, mindfulness mental health, wellness, and substance use issues aimed at helping you achieve your goals.
Get Started today! No fee for Iowa State Students, Faculty and Staff using and Iowa State University email.
Student Grievance Policy and Procedures
The nursing program adheres to the grievance and student complaint procedures established by Iowa State University.
The Office of Student Conduct is dedicated to fostering personal responsibility and accountability among students, aligning with the University's educational mission by upholding the Student Code of Conduct.
For more details, visit the "About Us" section to find our location, hours of availability, and online contact information.
Academic & Registration Support
Academic Year 2025-2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Nursing Program Orientation | August 19, 2025 |
| Fall Semester | August 25, 2025 thru December 19, 2025 |
| Winter Session | December 22, 2025 thru January 16, 2026 |
| Spring Semester | January 20, 2026 thru May 15, 2026 |
| Practicum Immersion Dates | March 26 & March 27, 2026 | April 22 & April 24, 2026 |
| Nurse Pinning Ceremony | May 13, 2026 |
- Humanities List
- How to Register for Courses
- This information is for Current Students. Incoming students will register for their first semester courses during the Orientation registration meeting with their advisor.
- How to find your registration appointment
- Step-by-step instructions – how to register for classes
Graduation Resources
In order to receive your degree, you must apply for graduation regardless if you will attend a graduation ceremony or not.
Applying for graduation is not an application to participate in a ceremony.
RN-to-BSN students have the option to attend University Commencement, College Convocation, and a Nurse Pinning Ceremony. Graduates may choose to participate in one, two, three, or none of these events!
Students who graduate during the summer session may choose to walk in the Spring commencement, convocation ceremony, and pinning ceremony if desired.
- University Commencement
- College Convocation (select your college)
- Nurse Pinning Ceremony
- Academic Attire for Graduation
Requirements to graduate with distinction can be found HERE
As long as you meet the requirements, you can stop by the Graduation office (214 Enrollment Services Center) and they can distribute the cords to you!