Program Overview

Accelerated Second-Degree CEIN/BS Program

The CEIN/BS Program offered through the Elizabeth Deluca School of Nursing at UConn is an accelerated one-year program, designed for those with a degree in a non-nursing field. Upon the successful completion of the CEIN/BS program, students are awarded a bachelor’s degree in nursing and will be eligible to take the NCLEX (the RN license exam).

CEIN/BS – Class of 2027 – Financial Aid Application Process

Students enrolled in CEIN may be eligible for undergraduate-level Federal Direct Loans. CEIN students must complete the following to be considered:

• A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the start of Spring 2027 classes.
• UConn’s (first time) Federal Direct Student Loan borrowers will need to complete an undergraduate student Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling.
• A loan application – if parents of dependent CEIN/BS student are applying for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan.
• A loan application – if applying for a Private/Alternative Educational Loans.
• A FAFSA prior to the start of Fall 2027 classes.

CEIN/BS – Class of 2026 – Financial Aid Application Process

CEIN students may be eligible for undergraduate-level Federal Direct Student Loans. Students who are interested in applying for loans should complete the following:

• A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the start of Spring 2026 classes.
• UConn’s (first time) Federal Direct Student Loan borrowers will need to complete an undergraduate student Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling.
• A loan application – if parents of dependent CEIN/BS student are applying for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan.
• A loan application – if applying for a Private/Alternative Educational Loans.
• A FAFSA prior to the start of Fall 2026 classes.

CEIN/BS – Types of Aid

Eligible CEIN/BS students who complete the FAFSA, are offered undergraduate level Federal Direct Student Loans. CEIN/BS students are not eligible for need-based grants.

• Scholarships for CEIN/BS students are administered by the Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing.

CEIN/BS Student Federal Direct Student Loan Eligibility

Eligible CEIN/BS students are offered Federal Direct Student Loans as follows: | Semester | Dependent Student - Federal Direct Loan | Independent Student - Federal Direct Loan | | --- | --- | --- | | Spring | $3,750 | $6,250 | | Summer | $3,750 | $6,250 | | Fall | $4,688 | $7,813 |

CEIN/BS – Financing Options for Educational Expenses

Welcome, CEIN/BS students! In addition to Federal Direct Student Loan offers, the following financing options are available to assist CEIN/BS students with their educational expenses:

• Scholarship Opportunities: Scholarships for CEIN/BS students are administered by the Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing.
• Federal Direct (Parent) PLUS Loan: Eligible parents of dependent CEIN/BS students can apply for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan.
• Private/Alternative Education Loans: CEIN/BS students can apply for a Private Alternative Education Loan.
• UConn Payment Plan: UConn’s Office of the Bursar offers a payment plan for the fall and spring semesters.