One of the most commonly required math prerequisites for BSN and ABSN programs, because evidence-based practice depends on interpreting research. Self-paced and regionally accredited.
Modern nursing is evidence-based. Nurses read clinical research, understand study design, and apply findings to patient care. A statistics prerequisite ensures you can interpret the data behind those decisions, which is why it appears on the requirement list for most bachelor-level programs.
3 Credit Hours · Self-Paced
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Delivered through Upper Iowa University (HLC). Credit is designed to transfer into nursing programs.
Study around a job, family, or a current healthcare role, then apply to the next available cohort.
How statistics is typically treated across nursing pathways. Always verify with each school.
| Program type | Typically required | Online accepted | Recency |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSN (4-year) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
| ABSN (accelerated) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
| ADN (associate) | ✓ Often | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
| Direct-entry MSN | ✓ Often | ✓ Yes | No limit* |
Requirements vary by program and change annually. Last reviewed May 2026 — always verify with each school.
Self-paced, accredited, and built for future nurses. Courses begin the first of each month.
