Program Overview

University of the Incarnate Word Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions

The University of the Incarnate Word Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions offers an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program.

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program is designed for individuals with a non-nursing bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. This full-time, intense nursing program is geared towards self-motivated, organized, and dedicated students.

Program Details

• The program includes 62 credit hours of online didactic coursework, hands-on learning, simulation, and clinical experiences in various settings with clients across the lifespan.
• The program allows students to graduate practice-ready in as few as 16 months.
• The 16-month accelerated nursing curriculum spans four semesters, each consisting of online courses, hands-on labs, and clinical rotations.
• The program culminates in a capstone course designed to help students transition from nursing students to professional nurses, providing the skills required to be a nurse manager and leader.

Degree Plan

The degree plan consists of 62 credit hours of CCNE-accredited coursework, completed over four semesters.

Nondiscriminatory Policy

The University of the Incarnate Word does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other university-administered programs.