Registered Nurse (RN) Program in CT
Complete the RN Program at University of Bridgeport With a clear and structured pathway to licensure, UB helps you earn your Nursing degree faster so you can enter the workforce and start making a difference sooner.
At University of Bridgeport, our associate degree in Nursing offers a clear and structured pathway toward becoming a registered nurse (RN).
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The UB Advantage
A clear pathway to a nursing career
Hands-on clinical skills
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.
Points-based selection
Looking to complete the required classes to apply into the RN program? Completing your prerequisites at UB can help make your application more competitive through our points-based selection process. Learn more about how you can get started on prerequisites today!
Flexible pathway
This flexible pathway allows you to continue building momentum toward your long-term Nursing goals.
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 $83,000.* Even more, the U.S. anticipates more than 189,000 new RN job openings each year over the next decade**
* CT Department of Labor (DOL), 2023 ** Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2025
Build a healthier community one patient at a time
Nurses serve on the front lines of healthcare and at the bedside of those most in need. 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.
At University of Bridgeport, our associate degree in Nursing offers a clear and structured pathway toward becoming a registered nurse (RN). Applications are accepted three times per year — spring, summer, and fall — giving you multiple opportunities each year to start your journey toward a nursing career and avoid the hidden costs of waiting. Don’t wait — your future starts today!
Compare Nursing Programs
Which Nursing program is right for you?
| Program | 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. | 2.5 years (5 semesters) | 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! | ||
Curriculum
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 |
Admissions
Admission requirements
ADN
- TEAS scores required? Yes
- Completion of prerequisites required? Yes
- Bachelor’s degree required? No
- RN license required? No
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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.*
With a clear and dependable path toward licensure, you can stay on track toward your nursing career — without unnecessary delays or detours along the way.
* Additional time required for prerequisites.
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.
Common Questions
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 while staying on track toward your nursing career.
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.
Beginning in your third semester, you can dual enroll in UB’s RN to BSN program and start working toward your bachelor’s degree while completing your ADN.
Awards and rankings
Ranked #5 most affordable and best value, #7 most popular, and #9 best overall by research.com for 2026.
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.
The associate degree in Nursing program at University of Bridgeport is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing.
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