Accelerated Nursing Program (ABSN)
Jump-start a Career in Nursing with an Accelerated BSN Program Leverage your skills and experience and transition into a rewarding career as an RN
Nurses work on the frontlines of healthcare every day, advocating for patients and their families in some of their most vulnerable moments. Become a critical part of a patient’s care team by earning your Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Because you’ve already developed the skills that come with holding a bachelor’s degree, an ABSN degree can help you change fields and become an RN!
15 months*
credit hours
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The UB Advantage
Transition to a career in patient care
Nursing Skills and Simulation Center
Practice your skills in UB’s state-of-the-art Nursing Skills and Simulation Center
Clinical experience
Sites include local hospitals, such as Bridgeport Hospital, schools, medical offices, and more.
Grow your career quickly
You’ve worked hard to earn your degree — the ABSN program allows you to begin your career as a registered nurse in less time than a traditional BSN program. As you dive deeper into the key concepts related to nursing, you’ll build on the skills you’ve already mastered while earning your bachelor’s degree.
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Which Nursing program is right for you?
| Program | ABSN | BSN | RN to BSN | ADN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Format | On-campus, accelerated | On-campus | Online, asynchronous | On-campus |
| Duration | 15 months | 2.5 years (5 semesters) | One academic year plus a summer semester. | 20 months, part time |
| Bachelor’s degree required? | Yes | No | No | No |
| TEAS scores required? | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Start term | Spring, summer | Fall | Spring, summer, fall | Spring, summer, fall |
| RN license required? | No | No | Yes | No |
Curriculum
Coursework includes
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 201 | Fundamentals of Nursing |
| NURS 208 | Pharmacology for Professional Nursing |
| NURS 345 | Leadership and Management Roles in Nursing |
Admissions
ABSN program requirements
General admission requirements
- A conferred BS/BA degree from a fully accredited Academic Institution
- Applicants must achieve a “C+” or better in all Math and Science courses (including but not limited to Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Chemistry, and Algebra)
- Minimum cumulative Quality Point Ratio (QPR) of 3.0 from all institutions attended in order to apply to the ABSN program.
- Math and science coursework must be completed within seven years prior to applying to the ABSN Program.
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Paying for college doesn’t have to be stressful. There are a variety of federal, state, and private financial aid programs available, including grants, scholarships, and student loans. The Office of Student Financial Services is ready to connect with you and guide you toward achieving your goal of a college education.
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Grow your career quickly
One of the best accelerated nursing programs in CT, our ABSN program is designed for those students who hold a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing.
ABSN pre-requisites include ENG101, MATH103, MATH203, PSYC103, PSYC205, SOCI101, BIOL113, BIOL114, BIOL106, and CHEM113. HSCI 230 can be transferred in as a pre-requisite course.
In the accelerated program, you can earn your bachelor’s in Nursing in as few as 15 months!
Along with a solid foundation in nursing, graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN® Exam).
Jump-start your career as a registered nurse
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Recognition
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Accreditations
Accreditation
The University of Bridgeport is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
The University also is accredited by the Connecticut Office of Higher Education.
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