Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing | Loyola University New Orleans

Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing | Loyola University New Orleans
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A holistic degree—at an accelerated pace.
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Hybrid)
A career helping others may be closer than you think.
In our accelerated bachelor of science in nursing program at Loyola University New Orleans, you can apply previous academic experience to earn your degree in just 17 months. This hybrid program offers synchronous learning, and guaranteed clinical placements with our healthcare partners.
You’re a great candidate for this program if:
You have already earned your bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a field other than nursing
You have completed the required prerequisites prior to starting the program (see below)
You’re committed to an accelerated full-time course and study schedule
You can complete clinical work in the Greater New Orleans area
Nurses are in high demand.
Answer the call to serve your community.
In our accelerated pre-licensure program, you’ll be immersed in evidence-based clinical work and hands-on learning to prepare you to work in today’s complex healthcare system. Build on your existing bachelor’s degree by completing a focused plan of study learning under the supervision of clinical practitioners and faculty who are subject matter experts.
Here are some of the benefits of Loyola’s accelerated BSN program:
Benefit from guaranteed clinical placements with our local healthcare partners.
Join a cohort of dedicated peers for a more immersive experience. Loyola provides a 1:10 or less faculty to student ratio for clinical work.
Combine synchronous online learning with clinicals and simulations to put your new knowledge into practice under the supervision of experienced clinicians.
Earn your BSN in just 17 months with a curriculum designed to prepare students for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
Applications are now open.
Application Deadline:
November 1
Start Your Application
Have questions about the ABSN program? Reach out to the School of Nursing academic advisor,
Nick Jackson
. We look forward to hearing from you!
Health in body, mind, and spirit.
At Loyola, you will benefit from a holistic liberal arts education centered on our Jesuit values of critical thinking and care for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. Our accelerated BSN program provides the same quality education offered to on-ground undergraduate nursing students in a synchronous online modality to allow you to attend class from your home. This program is ideal for career changers and students with a non-nursing background interested in the healthcare industry.
Accelerated B.S.N. Program Requirements
The accelerated bachelor’s degree in nursing program is a 53-credit program completed over four successive semesters, including enrollment in the summer. This full-time accelerated program requires a significant time commitment from students. We do not recommend working full-time while enrolled in the ABSN program.
A bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement for entry into the ABSN program. Students will not be eligible to receive credit for individual courses in the previous bachelor’s degree, only the completed degree. In order to prepare for the program, students must show proof of successful completion of pre-nursing required coursework.
Overview of Requirements: 54 credit hours (crs) required for completion
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field of study
Nursing major: 54 crs
Bachelors' Degree and Prerequisites ‣
A bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a field other than nursing fulfills the requirements for most Loyola core courses. Students will not be eligible to receive credit for individual courses in the previous bachelor’s degree, only the completed degree. In order to prepare for admission to nursing courses, students must successfully complete the prerequisite courses with a grade of C or greater. Students may be able to transfer equivalent courses completed with a C or above within the past ten years. Each applicant will have an individual gap analysis completed to develop an individualized plan of study. The prerequisite courses are:
Anatomy & Physiology I + Lab
Anatomy & Physiology II + Lab
Microbiology + Lab
Introduction to Organic & Biochemistry
(or any general Chemistry 3 cr course)
Introduction to Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Introduction to Statistics
Nursing Major ‣
Complete 54 crs of Nursing major courses. All Nursing major courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. Requirements include:
NURS G202 Foundations of Nursing Practice (3 crs)
NURS G212 Foundations of Nursing Practice Clinical/Practicum (2 crs)
NURS G230 Pathophysiology (3 crs)
NURS G350 Pharmacology (3 crs)
NURS G362 Adult Health Nursing I Clinical/Practicum (3 crs)
NURS G363 Adult Health Nursing I (3 crs)
NURS G372 Child Health Nursing (3 crs)
NURS G373 Child Health Nursing Clinical/Practicum (2 crs)
NURS G374 Women's Health Nursing (3 crs)
NURS G375 Women's Health Nursing Clinical/Practicum (2 crs)
NURS G430 Mental Health Nursing (3 crs)
NURS G431 Mental Health Nursing Clinical/Practicum (2 crs)
NURS G432 Health in Mind, Body & Spirit (2 crs)
NURS G452 Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice (3 crs)
NURS G460 Nutrition and Health Care (3 crs)
NURS G463 Adult Health Nursing II (3 crs)
NURS G464 Adult Health Nursing II Clinical/Practicum (3 crs)
NURS G482 Issues in Professional Nursing (3 crs)
NURS G483 Population Health (3 crs)
NURS G484 Population Health Clinical/Practicum (2 crs)
View the course progression plan
here
View all policies related to the accelerated BSN degree in the
Undergraduate Bulletin
Have questions about the ABSN program requirements?
Reach out to the School of Nursing academic advisor,
Nick Jackson
. We look forward to hearing from you!
Overview
Admission Requirements
Tuition and Fees
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Overview
Hybrid
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Applications are accepted year-round.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Loyola University New Orleans is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (
org
).
Admission Requirements
Hybrid
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Requirements
A completed application to the program
Prior to beginning any clinical work, all pre-licensure students regardless of program of study are required to apply for a certified background review, and drug screen/test at their own expense, as directed by invitation from a third-party vendor contracted by the School of Nursing. All results are reported to Loyola University New Orleans School of Nursing. Students must be fully compliant with all items through the entire program, including:
Louisiana State Board of Nursing Student License Application & Background Check
School of Nursing Background Check
Physical Exam – every 12 months
Urine Drug screen/test
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider (must be obtained from American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
Health Insurance Coverage
Immunizations
Measles (2 doses)
Mumps
Rubella
Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis
Polio
Influenza- annually
Varicella (Chicken Pox)
Hepatitis B
COVID-19 – as per CDC guidelines
Tuberculosis testing annually
In addition to the School of Nursing requirements, some practicum sites may have additional requirements with which students must comply. See the Nursing Student Handbook for more details.
How to Apply
Complete the online
application
View all requirements and regulations in the
Undergraduate Bulletin
Tuition and Fees
Hybrid
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Tuition
$950 per credit hour
Fees
Full-time (12-23 credit hrs per semester): $1,070 per semester
Summer: $105 per semester
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Hybrid
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Financial Aid
Financial aid eligibility depends on a number of factors, from your academic accomplishments to your family's financial circumstances. Once you've been admitted to Loyola, then you will automatically be considered for merit-based financial aid. If you're interested in grants, federal need-based loans, or a blend of all available types of aid, the only way to find out what your family qualifies for is to complete the
Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA)
. For further information about undergraduate student financial aid, please visit Loyola's
Financial Aid
page.
U.S. students may be eligible for a
Lifetime Learning Tax Credit
. This tax credit was designed to help students acquire or improve job skills. Part-time students may apply. This is a tax credit equal to 20 percent of the first $5,000 of qualifying tuition paid or $1,000 maximum per family. Consult your tax advisor for complete details.
Scholarships
Students are encouraged to seek out private scholarships and funding opportunities, such as
AACN Foundation Scholarships
BOLD.org Nursing Scholarships
Nursing Scholarship Resource Page
Rural Health Scholars Program Presentation
Video
PDF
All incoming admitted students have access to Scholarship Universe, Loyola’s scholarship matching platform designed to help students discover funding opportunities beyond traditional institutional, federal, and state aid. Students access Scholarship Universe via their Loyola Single Sign-On account.
Loyola Ochsner Simulation Lab
The Loyola Ochsner Nursing Simulation Lab recreates the experience of working in a real healthcare facility, allowing students to practice clinical skills and make errors in a safe, controlled environment. Connecting theory to practice, nursing students learn by doing and develop essential critical thinking and communication skills. Accelerated BSN students begin practicing in the sim lab from their very first semester.
Our Clinical Partners
Students in the ABSN program benefit from guaranteed clinical placements with partner healthcare organizations. Students learn in world-class medical facilities and build their professional network while working closely with experienced healthcare practitioners.
Prepare for a range of nursing and healthcare roles.
As a student of the accelerated BSN program, you’ll learn about a variety of nursing specializations, develop your communication and interpersonal skills, and learn how to problem-solve in response to complex medical challenges. With a nursing degree from Loyola, you will graduate prepared to function as a nurse generalist. Career opportunities may be available to graduates in hospitals, outpatient centers and offices, as well as in community health settings and working for public and private companies.
You’ll explore the following nursing specialties throughout your clinical experience:
Medical Surgical/Adult Health
Women’s Health, including Obstetrics
Pediatrics
Mental Health
Community Health
Critical Care
Meet the School of Nursing Faculty
Loyola’s faculty and staff are here to support you. Nursing faculty are healthcare professionals with a broad range of expertise, including technology in health care, women’s health and neonatal care, emergency medicine, and more.
View Faculty Listing