Courtesy of GSU Communications
Grambling State University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has received a 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), extending its accreditation through Dec. 31, 2036.
The decision follows a comprehensive review that included an on-site evaluation in March 2026. In an official notification dated Oct. 30, CCNE confirmed that its Board of Commissioners determined the program substantially complied with all four accreditation standards, with no compliance concerns identified among the standards’ key elements. The accreditation is effective March 2, 2026.
“This is a significant achievement for our School of Nursing and the entire Grambling State University community,” said President Martin Lemelle, Jr. “Our faculty and staff have worked diligently to maintain a program that prepares students for the responsibilities of professional nursing. This reaffirmation recognizes their efforts and strengthens our ability to educate future nurses who will serve communities across Louisiana and beyond.”
CCNE is a nationally recognized accrediting agency that evaluates nursing programs to ensure they meet established standards for educational quality and effectiveness. The review examines areas including curriculum, institutional resources, faculty qualifications and student outcomes.
The reaffirmation builds on the BSN program’s initial CCNE accreditation in 2021. It also follows four consecutive years of 100% first-attempt pass rates on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), spanning 2022 through 2025. The examination is a requirement for nursing graduates seeking licensure as registered nurses.
Dr. Meg Brown, Associate Dean of the School of Nursing, credited the nursing faculty and staff for their work throughout the accreditation process and their continued attention to student preparation.
“Maintaining accreditation requires an ongoing commitment to evaluating and improving every aspect of our program,” said Brown. “Our faculty and staff take that responsibility seriously, and this outcome is especially meaningful because it acknowledges the work taking place in our classrooms, laboratories and clinical settings. I’m incredibly proud of our team and what we’ve accomplished together.”
Housed within the College of Professional Studies, the School of Nursing provides classroom instruction, clinical experiences and simulation-based training to prepare students for professional nursing practice. The BSN program also maintains full approval from the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
The reaffirmation provides continued national accreditation for the next decade as Grambling State University works to prepare qualified nursing graduates and contribute to the healthcare workforce.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Grambling State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
