What is an accelerated BSN program?

An accelerated BSN is an alternative program that can dramatically shorten the time frame for receiving a degree in nursing for students who already hold a bachelor's degree in a non-nursing subject. Accelerated program students take all of the courses required for entry into a basic BSN program, complete all nursing support courses, and take the nursing courses in a specially designed sequence providing the same number of credits as in a basic BSN program. By building upon past educational achievements, accelerated programs can graduate students with a BSN degree in four semesters.

Who Should Apply?

Persons interested in nursing, who have a bachelor's degree, who have completed prerequisite courses and who can attend school full-time.

How is the program scheduled?

The program requires full-time student status over four semesters, scheduled for either a Summer start or a Spring start. The Summer program commences in May and students graduate in August of the following year. The Spring program commences in January and students graduate in May of the following year.

Coursework

Students complete all theory and clinical courses required to obtain a BSN degree. Courses include content in all nursing specialties and prepare graduates for beginning practice in professional nursing. The BSN graduate in nursing practices as a generalist.

What is the role of the Cleveland Clinic Health System?

Students in the Accelerated BSN track receive their clinical practice experiences in the hospitals, clinics and program of the Cleveland Clinic Health System, Ohio's leading healthcare provider. The Cleveland Clinic Health System, which is sponsoring and supporting this new program, is comprised of the The Cleveland Clinic, the Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation and Euclid, Fairview, Hillcrest, Huron, Lakewood, Lutheran, Marymount, and South Pointe Hospitals. Founded in 1921, The Cleveland Clinic consistently ranks among the nation's best and most highly regarded hospitals.

Financial Aid

Student loan programs are available. Please contact Cleveland State's Campus411 at (216) 687-5411.

Licensure

Upon program completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam, required for a Registered Nurse license.

Admission Requirements

1. Admission to Cleveland State University and the College of Education and Human Services.
2. A bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a GPA of 2.50 or better.
3. Completion of all prerequisite courses with a GPA of 2.75 or better (one science course may be repeated one time for acceptance of the higher grade).
4. Two letters of reference, forms attached, and a current resume.
5. An interview and writing sample, for elected candidates.

Prerequisite Coursework

• Anatomy & Physiology I & II
• Chemistry I & II
• Microbiology
• Psychology
• Ethics
• Statistics
• Computer Competency

Application Deadline

Applications must be received by January 1st for the May class or July 1st for the January class.

Academic Advising

Please contact the Outreach Coordinator at 216.687.3598 or sonadvising@csuohio.edu to find out when the next available group advising session will be held. All interested candidates should contact the coordinator to have their transcripts evaluated for possible credit.

Course Sequence