Program Overview

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University of the Incarnate Word Accelerated BSN Program

The University of the Incarnate Word Accelerated BSN program is designed for individuals with a non-nursing bachelor's degree or 60 college credits from an accredited institution. The program provides an accelerated pathway to earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.

Program Overview

The Accelerated BSN program is housed at the San Antonio Learning Center, which serves as the hub for ABSN nursing students. While students complete nursing coursework online, the ABSN track still requires students to be physically present to gain hands-on experience.

Accelerated BSN Learning Center

The learning center is equipped with classrooms where students take proctored exams and nursing simulation labs where they practice nursing skills and participate in simulated clinical scenarios. Common areas are also available for students to gather and study.

Location and Hours of Operation

The UIW Accelerated BSN Learning Center is located at 7330 San Pedro Ave., 8th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78216. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Why Study Nursing in San Antonio

The San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro area offers a growing healthcare community with high-performing hospitals in oncology, cardiology, maternity care, and more. Through clinical rotations, students work alongside, learn from, and network with healthcare professionals in many of the city's leading facilities.

Clinical Partnerships

UIW has clinical partnerships with CHRISTUS Health System and Methodist Healthcare System, allowing students to gain hands-on experience caring for patients. While under close supervision, students deliver direct patient care in various nursing areas, including medical-surgical nursing and behavioral health.

High Demand for Registered Nurses

A nursing shortage has increased the need for nurses throughout the country. In 2024, the city employed 23,390 registered nurses, and the demand for nurses in Texas is expected to grow 26.9% by 2036, outpacing the state's projected nursing supply.

Earning Potential

Registered nurses in San Antonio have high earning potential, with an average yearly salary of $89,300 in 2024, significantly higher than the city's average for all occupations.

Military City USA

San Antonio is also known as "Military City USA" and hosts one of the largest military bases in the country, Joint Base San Antonio, and the Brooke Army Medical Center, the U.S. Army's premier medical institution. The city's military population is the densest in Texas, making UIW a proud partner of Military City USA.

Educational Pathway for Military Veterans and Spouses

The accelerated BSN track provides an exceptional educational pathway to becoming a nurse for military veterans and their spouses.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need healthcare experience to be eligible for the ABSN track?
  • No, you do not need prior healthcare experience. The ABSN track provides an accelerated pathway for students with a non-nursing bachelor's degree or 60 college credits from an accredited institution to earn a BSN.
• How do I apply to the ABSN track in San Antonio?
  • The first step is to discuss the ABSN track with an admissions representative. They will review your transcripts and create a plan so you can meet the admission requirements in time for your target start date.
• When can I start the ABSN track?
  • The UIW ABSN track in San Antonio offers three start dates a year in January, May, and August.