Complete the RN Program at University of Bridgeport

wave

Invest in your future

Earning your associate degree in Nursing will provide you with the secure financial future you and your family deserve. RNs in CT earn an average annual salary of $85,000.* Even more, employment in this field is projected to grow by 6% over the next decade — that's roughly 197,000 job-openings nationwide.**

* CT Department of Labor (DOL), 2024
** Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2024

Become a vital part of the patient-care team

Nurses serve on the front lines of healthcare and at the bedside of those most in need. When you earn your RN degree, you’ll step into a career where your passion and empathy will become vital to your success.

Balancing work, life, and education

Your core Nursing courses are offered 2-3 evenings per week, and clinicals include day, evening, and weekend options, allowing you to earn your degree in a way that works for you.

Apply Now Compare Nursing Programs

Build a healthier community one patient at a time

Nurses make a significant difference in the way people experience healthcare. For many, nurses advocate, explain, and offer support during stressful health events. As an RN, your compassionate care becomes your superpower while providing you with a secure future in healthcare. Associate degree in Nursing applications are accepted three times per year: spring, summer, and fall. Don’t wait — your future starts today!

Associate degree in Nursing curriculum

UB’s School of Nursing prepares you with the hands-on clinical skills and nursing knowledge you need to provide patient-centered care in a wide variety of healthcare settings. UB’s dedicated Nursing faculty emphasize interprofessional healthcare — a system where nurses act as the liaison between the patient, their family, and their healthcare team.

Looking to complete the required classes to apply into the RN program? Learn more about how you can get started on prerequisites today!

Coursework includes:

Course code	Course name
NUR 204	Health Maintenance I: Health Assessment
NUR 323	Essentials of Family Nursing
NUR 345	Leadership and Management Roles in Nursing

Learn More

Convenient class times for working professionals

At UB, we understand that your schedule requires a Nursing program with built-in flexibility and convenience. Whether you’re working, taking care of your family, or both, we’ve designed our Nursing program to meet the needs of all learners. Core classes are offered 2-3 nights per week, and clinicals include day, evening, and weekend options. Once you meet your prerequisite requirements, you can complete your RN degree in as few as 20 months part time.*

* Additional time required for prerequisites.

Learn More

Invest in yourself

Paying for your Nursing degree 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 Financial Aid Services is ready to connect with you and guide you toward achieving your career goals.

Learn More

Start a career in Nursing

Download your free Associate Degree in Nursing degree guide now!

Download Guide

Watch an on-demand info session

Watch our on-demand info session to learn more about our RN admission requirements, curriculum and scheduling options, the Nursing point system, and information about clinicals.

Which Nursing program is right for you?

	ADN	RN to BSN	BSN	ABSN
Format	On-campus	Online, asynchronous	On-campus	On-campus, accelerated
Duration	20 months, part-time	One academic year plus a summer semester.	3 years	15 months
Start term	Spring, summer, fall	Spring, summer, fall	Fall	Spring, summer
Bachelor’s degree required?	No	No	No	Yes
TEAS scores required?	Yes	No	Yes	No
RN license required?	No	Yes	No	No
Completion of prerequisites required?	Yes	No	Yes (See details)	Yes (See details)
Program outcomes	Prepares a graduate nurse for entry-level practice in a variety of healthcare settings Provide optimal care to all patients in any health or emergency situation Prepares for a rewarding career	Expand your career and educational mobility Facilitate your transition to a professional nurse Prepares for a rewarding career	Prepares graduate for employment at any professional practice Provide optimal care to all patients in any health or emergency situation Prepares for a rewarding career	Prepares a graduate nurse for entry-level practice in a variety of healthcare settings Provides the foundation for graduate education and/or continued education as a life-long learner Contribute to quality patient outcomes Prepares for a rewarding career
Want to learn more?	Learn more about ADN	Learn more about RN to BSN	Learn more about BSN	Learn more about ABSN
Missing pre-requisites?	RN prerequisite information		Apply to our pre-nursing program to complete the required pre-requisites!

Your future starts today!

Request More Information