Academics

Nursing - Accelerated, BS

The typical accelerated applicant has

• A first baccalaureate degree GPA of 3.3
• A GPA of no less than 3.5 for prerequisite courses 

Undergraduate Program in Nursing for Non-Nursing BS or BA

  • Offered over fifteen consecutive months starting each summer
  • This intensive option will include adult learning styles and combine online, blended and face-to-face classes
  • A full-time commitment is required while attending this nursing option
  • A BSN is earned upon the completion of this 15 month accelerated nursing option

Application Requirements -

Please Note -  The TEAS exam is required for all applicants.

Applicants must:

  • Complete their bachelor degree in any field prior to the November 1st application deadline.
  • Complete all prerequisite courses prior to the November 1st application deadline
  • Complete the accelerated supplemental form
  • Submit application materials prior to the November 1st application deadline
  • Attend (in-state applicants only) one of our mandatory Accelerated Nursing Option information sessions prior to submitting application deadline

Dates for Accelerated Nursing Information Session

  • Thursday, June 20, 2013, 5-7 p.m., Campus Center, Third Floor, Conference Room 3545
  • Thursday, August 22, 2013, 5-7 p.m., Campus Center, Third Floor, Conference Room 3545
  • Wednesday, September 18, 2013, 5-7 p.m., Campus Center, Third Floor, Conference Room 3545
  • Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 5-7 p.m., Campus Center, Third Floor, Conference Room 3545

Registration for an Accelerated Nursing Information Session

To sign up for an Accelerated Nursing Information Session, complete the Online registration form.

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You can also choose our traditional nursing option to attain your nursing degree over four years and on a standard university semester schedule.

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