Overview
Earn a second bachelor's degree in nursing in 15 months with the Accelerated BSN program. This program starts in the summer term and finishes the following summer. Whether you are a current undergraduate student interested in a fifth-year second bachelor's in nursing or a returning student seeking to connect with your long-held passion for nursing, the Accelerated BSN program is designed as a way to quickly get you on the path toward a new career as a registered nurse.
Why Study Nursing (BSN) - Accelerated?
Nursing is a rewarding career that combines science and technology with the desire to help people. Students of this highly competitive program gain hands-on experience in a variety of patient scenarios using state-of-the-art equipment, including high-fidelity manikins and virtual reality. These experiences prepare students for clinical practice, providing care to patients in hospitals and clinics. Educating nurses who lead is also important to us. All students learn leadership as part of their curriculum at Illinois State, and peer mentorship is emphasized throughout the program.
