Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Second Degree
If you have a bachelor’s degree in another field with a strong science background and you are interested in a career in nursing, get on the fast track to a nursing degree with Ashland University’s Accelerated BSN Program.
In only 15 months, you will learn the highly technical and clinical skills needed to work with patients and their families in a variety of healthcare settings. You’ll also get the opportunity to explore the role of nurses as leaders and managers.
Space is limited in this competitive program and it fills up quickly, so apply early! You must complete the necessary requirements before or during the Accelerated Orientation Week.
Program benefits include:
- Individual attention - 1:8 clinical instructor-to-student ratio
- Clinical rotations take place within the state of Ohio.
- AU’s state-of-the-art Simulation Center
- Strong support from faculty mentors and professional academic advisors.
Campus Information
Main Campus
401 College Ave Ashland, OH 44805
Accreditation
- Traditional Nursing (BSN)
- Advanced Entry Nursing (BSN)
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Graduates of Ashland’s nursing programs are well-prepared for the workforce. In 2024 Ashland University's National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN® exam) pass rate was 93.15%, surpassing the Ohio average of 89.55% and the national average of 91.92%.
PSW Opportunity
- 12 to 36 months( OPT duration depends on the major studied).
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Prospective students must have:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- A minimum 2.7 cumulative grade point average in college coursework.
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average in science prerequisite coursework.
- Completed the prerequisite courses from an accredited college or university with a minimum letter grade of "C."
- Completed science prerequisite coursework within the past 10 years.
- Chemistry with Lab
- Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 with Lab
- Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 with Lab
- Microbiology with Lab
- Statistics
- Meet the criteria for mental and physical health.
- Complete FBI and Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background checks and a drug screening test.
For More Information Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year 03 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
36016 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD