Program Overview

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Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)

The Creighton University College of Nursing offers a 12-month Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, one of the most successful and longest-running in the nation. With high NCLEX pass rates consistently exceeding the national average, this program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). It recognizes and builds on students' previous education and experiences, allowing those with at least a bachelor's degree in another discipline to earn a BSN degree in just one year.

Program Overview

• The ABSN program is available at both the Omaha and Phoenix campuses.
• The 12-month curriculum is designed for second-degree students.
• Personalized support from expert faculty is provided.
• The program has a proven track record of preparing practice-ready nurses.

Admission Requirements

General Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher in another discipline from an accredited college or university prior to the start date for the program.
• A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Completion of prerequisite courses with a C (2.0) or higher prior to the start date of the program, including:
  • 3 semester hours (or 4.5 quarter hours) each of general sociology, general psychology, developmental psychology, ethics, and statistics.
  • 2-3 semester hours (or 3-4.5 quarter hours) of human nutrition.
  • 4 semester hours (or 6 quarter hours) each of human anatomy or anatomy and physiology I, human physiology or anatomy and physiology II, general chemistry, and microbiology.
• Applicants must also have two of the following courses completed before the application deadline: general chemistry, human anatomy (A&P I), or human physiology (A&P II).

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

• Transcripts from accredited institutions outside the United States must be evaluated course-by-course by a NACES-approved credentialing agency.
• Official evaluations should be sent directly from the agency to NursingCAS or to Creighton University.
• Prerequisite courses must be successfully fulfilled before an I-20 can be issued.
• English Language Proficiency: TOEFL score of at least 100, IELTS score of at least 7, or Duolingo score of at least 120.

Application Deadlines

• August Start:
  • April 1: Priority scholarship deadline.
  • May 1: Secondary deadline.
• January Start:
  • September 1: Priority scholarship deadline.
  • October 15: Secondary deadline.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the ABSN program are in high demand and can pursue careers in various specialties, including:

• Critical care.
• Community and population health.
• Labor and delivery/obstetrics.
• Medical-surgical.
• Pediatrics.
• Psychiatric and mental health.

Accreditation and Professional Licensure

• The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Creighton University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
• Graduates meet the eligibility requirements to take the National Council Licensure Exam-RN (NCLEX-RN).

Tuition, Cost, and Financial Aid

• Tuition is reviewed annually; visit the Cost and Aid page for the current full cost of attendance, net-price calculator, and financial-aid information.
• ABSN scholarships are available, including the ABSN Childrens Nebraska Scholarship and the Don C. Scott Family Foundation Accelerated Nursing Student Scholarship.

Clinical Specialties and Sites

• The program prepares students for six specialties with over 900 clinical hours.
• Clinical sites include top facilities such as CHI Health, Methodist Health System, Childrens Hospital and Medical Center, and Dignity Health, among others.

State Board Approvals

• The program has been approved by the Nebraska State Board of Nursing and the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

Related Programs

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Traditional.
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
• Nursing Post-graduate Certificate.