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The B.S. in Nursing for Second-Degree Students



The School of Nursing offers a 14-month accelerated bachelor of science degree in nursing, designed for the student who already possesses a bachelor's degree in another field. A 30-month, part-time option is also available.

A grade-point average of 3.3 is required  from the first baccalaureate degree. Additionally, students must demonstrate that they will have all the prerequisites satisfied before enrollment in the program. The program prerequisites are detailed on the School of Nursing website and on the Second-Degree Programs page of this catalog.