Second Degree Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Second Degree Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing

You have already earned a bachelor’s degree and now you know your career choice - nursing.  The accelerated  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABS) is a hybrid program offering online classes complemented by face to face lab and clinical experiences.  The program builds on your prior learning experiences and prepares you to become a nurse.

Prerequisites:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Must complete 7 prerequisite courses before enrolling in the program.

Admissions Requirements:

Students interested in the Second Degree Accelerated BS program can have a bachelor’s degree in any field–it does not need to be a science field.  The first Bachelor’s degree must be from an accredited college or university.

• GPA of 3.0 or better for your original degree.
• Complete 7 prerequisite courses before enrolling in the program.
• GPA of 3.2 is required for the prerequisites.
  • Growth & Development Across the Life Span–3 credits
  • Anatomy & Physiology I with lab–4 credits
  • Anatomy & Physiology II with lab–4 credits
  • Chemistry–3 credits
  • Medical Microbiology with lab–4 credits
  • Nutrition–3 credits
  • Introduction/Basic Statistics–3 credits
• 3 letters of recommendation–all letters must be professional references and at least one must be an academic reference.
• A statement of purpose in which you outline your reasons for pursuing a career in nursing; your skills and strengths which will help you succeed in this accelerated program; and what challenges you anticipate (maximum 600 words).
• A professional resume
• TEAS test scores are required for all students.
• A TOEFL score is required if you do not hold an undergraduate degree from U.S. higher education institution

Application Deadline:  February 15, 2019 for August 2019 admission

Academic Policies:

The ABSN track follows the academic policies of the Baccalaureate Program with these exceptions:

1. Students are dismissed for the College of Nursing after 1 course failure (as evidenced by a course grade of C and below).