Accelerated BSN Program Overview
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
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
How Do I Know if This Program Is Right for Me?
If you've earned a bachelor’s degree in a different field and have a robust science background, Ashland University's Accelerated BSN Program offers a streamlined pathway to a nursing career in just 15 months. This program is ideal for individuals seeking a fast-paced, intensive learning experience focused on acquiring technical expertise and clinical skills essential for diverse healthcare settings. If you're motivated to embark on a rewarding journey in nursing and eager to embrace the responsibilities of leadership and management within the field, this program could be the perfect fit for you. Apply early to secure your spot in this competitive program and take the first step towards realizing your aspirations in nursing.
Admission
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
- Submit an application by May 15.
- Transcript evaluation and review
- Submit the enrollment deposit by June 1.
- Meet all essential functions of clinical coursework listed in the Nursing Student Handbook.
- Meet the criteria for mental and physical health.
- Complete FBI and Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background checks and a drug screening test.
Applicants who request transfer credit from a prior nursing program must be in good academic standing as evidenced by a letter from the dean of that program. Applicants who request transfer credit for prior nursing coursework must follow the Credit for Transfer Nursing Coursework process.
Learning Experiences
As an accelerated program student, you can build on your past achievements by taking nursing courses in a specially designed sequence that provides the same number of credits as a traditional BSN program.
- Complete your BSN in four semesters (15 months).
- Attend classes at the Dwight Schar College of Nursing Mansfield Campus, located in the heart of the local medical community.
- Complete 64 credit hours of nursing coursework, including clinical and laboratory instruction, led by faculty with specialty expertise.
Nursing students will be introduced to:
- A theoretical knowledge base.
- Research for evidence-based practice.
- International perspectives in healthcare.
- The nursing process as applied to families and communities.
Curriculum
Accelerated Nursing takes place over four consecutive semesters so you can finish in only 15 months. Learn more about the Nursing Accelerated curriculum by viewing the Curriculum Guide and Academic Catalog.
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 105 | Nursing Concepts and Values | 1 |
| NUR 225 | Pathophysiology/Pharmacology I | 3 |
| NUR 226 | Pathophysiology/Pharmacology II | 3 |
| NUR 301 | Health Assessment | 3 |
| NUR 304 | Health Foundations I | 3 |
| NUR 306 | Health Foundations II | 5 |
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 310 | Psychiatric/Mental Health | 4 |
| NUR 311 | Adult Health Concepts: Regulation & Transport | 5 |
| NUR 312 | Adult Health Concepts: Protection, Sensation & Mobility | 5 |
| NUR 336 | Genetics in Nursing and Health Care | 3 |
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 410 | Complex Health Alterations | 5 |
| NUR 438 | Maternal/Newborn Health | 4 |
| NUR 440 | Pediatric Health | 4 |
| NUR 460 | Theoretical Foundations in Health Research | 3 |
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 420 | Community & Global Health | 4 |
| NUR 425 | Trends & Issues in Global Health | 3 |
| NUR 428 | Leadership & Management in Health Organizations | 3 |
| NUR 430 | Advanced Simulation | 1 |
| NUR 435 | Capstone Preceptorship | 2 |
| Licensure Disclosure: The Accelerated BSN program curriculum meets educational requirements of all 50 states for graduates to apply for a Registered Nurse license. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) provides professional licensure requirements by state. Additionally, NCSBN identifies participating jurisdictions as part of the Nurse Licensure Compact. AU's Accelerated BSN program does NOT meet the educational requirements for licensure in the District of Columbia or the U.S. territories of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau. If a student’s permanent residence is in a U.S. territory, they can only enroll in this program if they plan to work in a state where the AU program does meet the educational requirements for licensure. The program makes every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information; however, individual state licensure requirements may change. |
Additional BSN Tracks
Graduate Outcomes
Graduates are well-prepared for the workforce:
- Ashland’s BSN program has had a National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN® exam) pass rate of 88 percent or higher in the last five years.
- Ashland University BSN: 88.54 percent
- Ohio: 86.73 percent
- National: 88.56 percent
Can You Give Me a Glimpse of My Future?
Your BSN credential will position you for advancement into roles such as nurse manager, clinical coordinator or specialty nurse practitioner, where you can take on leadership responsibilities, contribute to evidence-based practice and positively influence healthcare outcomes. Additionally, having a BSN may lead to increased earning potential and job security, while also providing a strong foundation for pursuing further education at the graduate level if desired.
The national average for nurses who have completed their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is $92,607 per year. (Indeed)
Nurses can obtain careers in a variety of areas not limited to:
- Occupational Health Nurse
- Operating Room Nurse or Manager
- Organ Transplant Coordinator
- Hospice Nurse
- Clinical Nurse
- Nurse Educator
- Director of Nursing
- Critical Care Nurse
- Emergency Room Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- Nurse Manager
Recent Employers of AU Graduates Include:
- Nationwide Children’s Hospital
- Akron Children’s Hospital
- Cleveland Clinic
- OhioHealth
- AVITA
- University Hospitals
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- Fisher Titus Medical Center
- Wooster Community Hospital
- Knox Community Hospital
- The Christ Hospital