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Accelerated BSN Program and Pathways
Fast Track Your Future Career in Nursing
W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduates consistently score above state and national averages in NCLEX-RN pass rates. Our competitive tuition, scholarship opportunities, liberal course transfer policies and flexibility are mainstays of the program. More importantly, our reputation for molding confident and competent nurses in an accelerated timeframe helps to launch your professional nursing career sooner. Learn more about our Accelerated BSN Program advantages.
This 15-month Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is designed for adults who are interested in becoming registered nurses.
It is an intense, full-time program that prepares graduates for the National Council Licensure Exam for RNs (NCLEX) as well as employment in nursing upon graduation.
Program Highlights:
- Hybrid program with online and on-campus courses.
- On-campus courses are held at Thomas Edison State University in Trenton, N.J. (free parking available).
- Clinical experiences are held at several facilities in the local New Jersey area.
- Nine (9) graduate credits in the accelerated program may be applied toward your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Two pathways to the Accelerated BSN program:
- Already possess a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing area of study
-OR- - Have earned some or no credits toward a college degree
Choose the path below that best fits your experience:
Degree Program Profile Sheet
Download our degree program profile sheet for an overview of our Accelerated BSN program.
Accelerated BSN HandbookContact Us
Current Students
p: 609-633-6460
e: nursing@tesu.edu
Prospective Students
p: 609-777-5680
e: admissions@tesu.edu
Chayna Hardy-Taylor, DNP, FNP-CThe BSNA program helped me to prioritize, think on my feet and manage my time. As a nurse, you literally never know what’s coming through the door, the Accelerated BSN Program laid the groundwork for me to handle that. It also gave me the impetus to further my education.”
BSN ’15
Michael Gallagher, RN, BSN ’19I am a huge proponent of exposure to diverse ideas and experiences. I also believe the single most important aspect of the Accelerated BSN program was how much the nurse educators and staff fostered the values of free thinking, competency and independence in aspiring nurses.”
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
Anna Mohlenhoff, RN, ACLSThe program is renowned for its quality and focus on research- and evidence-based findings to direct clinical practice, which is a huge advantage for nurses entering the profession.”
BSN ’19
Accelerated BSN Program
| Tuition † (total program) | $38,824 |
|---|---|
| Clinical Lab Technology Fee (per clinical course)* | $500 |
Payments are broken up by term. Students accepted into the program must make a $500 non-refundable deposit within one week of acceptance to confirm their space; the deposit is applied directly toward their first quarterly tuition payment.
* Clinical courses throughout duration of program.
† Application fee is waived for Thomas Edison State University alumni.
NOTE: All tuition and fees listed here were approved on June 10, 2022, by the Board of Trustees of Thomas Edison State University and are effective July 1, 2022, for the August 2022 term. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Students will have additional course lab and technology fees. Tuition and fees for courses and examinations for the nursing and general education requirements taken at other institutions will be the student’s responsibility.
Financial aid and financial aid packages are available for our Accelerated BSN Program after admission into the program. Learn More about Financial Aid
The W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions’ Accelerated BSN Program at Thomas Edison State University holds the following accreditations:
New Jersey Board of Nursing
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Thomas Edison State University is accredited by the New Jersey Board of Nursing.
New Jersey Board of Nursing
124 Halsey Street, 6th Floor
Newark, NJ 07101
Phone: 973-504-6430
Website: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/nur/
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and doctor of nursing practice program at Thomas Edison State University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
665 K Street NW, Suite 750
Washington DC, 20001
Phone: 202-887-6791
Website: www.ccneaccreditation.org/
Ursula Gowran, BSN
"I loved the flexibility of going to school online. It’s very convenient and the mentors are really supportive."
