Washington, D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Accelerated BSc in Nursing in Washington D.C., DC United States | The Catholic University of America
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Washington D.C., DC United States
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Qualification
Bachelor's Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
Hybrid
Tuition (2026)
USD
70,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Program is a 12-month, full-time program designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field who are called to transition into the nursing profession.
12 months to complete degree
56 credits to complete the degree
650 hours combined clinical experiences with simulation
This intensive three-semester program provides students with the knowledge, clinical experience, and skills needed to become a registered nurse (RN). Upon completion, graduates will earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN® licensure exam.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
The ABSN program blends online coursework with hands-on clinical training to provide a comprehensive nursing education:
- Online, asynchronous coursework designed and delivered by CSON faculty.
- On-campus sessions for simulation labs, procedural skills training, and competency validation.
- Clinical practice rotations at hospitals, schools, and community centers with CSON’s respected clinical partners.
- Simulation and clinical experiences that exceed the 650-hour requirement set by the D.C. Board of Nursing.
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
or TOEFL 80
or Duolingo 120
Qualification Requirements
- A completed Catholic University online application (No fee is required.)
- An earned bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field
- An undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Completion of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) with a minimum score of 58.7 or the Heath Education System Inc. (HESI) examination with a minimum score of 80
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions and official test scores (Unofficial transcripts can be used for the admissions review.)
- Completion of the prerequisite courses listed below with a minimum GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a C. Science courses must be completed within the last 5 years.
Tuition
USD
70,000
Costs
$1,250/credit hour
International students are eligible for Catholic University merit scholarships. Catholic University awards up to $33,000 per year per student.
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