Accelerated Second Degree Nursing

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Accelerated Second Degree Nursing

Degree

Bachelor of Science, Major

School/College

Egan School of Nursing & Health Studies

One student in red scrubs and a professor in front of a simulation mannequin.

Fairfield University’s Accelerated Second Degree Nursing (ASDNU) program provides a unique opportunity for those with bachelor’s degrees in fields other than nursing to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in an accelerated format.

Two Locations, One Outstanding Program

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Join us for a virtual information session to learn how this transformative program can jumpstart your nursing career. Explore the curriculum and ask questions—all from the comfort of your home.

By the Numbers

Top 3%

Best College for Nursing in the Nation

– Niche’s 2023 Best Colleges

Top 15%

Best Undergraduate Nursing Programs

– U.S. News & World Report

Top 5%

Nursing Program in the Nation

– College Factual

Be supported through every step.

Faculty members are experts in their field and work diligently to provide a simulation-focused approach to their teaching. Faculty advisors work closely with students to provide academic advice, individualized attention, and career planning. Small classes are a key component to the program, simulating clinical practice to give students a real-world sense of life in the industry.

Gain guaranteed clinical experience.

The curriculum combines theoretical and clinical components. Each school year, clinical work increases until the majority of time is spent in nursing courses. To ensure that students receive the clinical experience needed, Fairfield has partnerships with many clinical facilities, including hospitals, outpatient departments, rehabilitation and community health centers, public health departments, long-term care facilities, and healthcare clinics.

Develop your academic, professional, and personal skills.

Students will grow personally and professionally and become committed and compassionate nurses, capable of providing professional care to people in any setting.

Earn your degree in 15 months.

Our full-time accelerated programs are designed to draw upon your prior education and experience, allowing you to earn a second bachelor’s degree in 15 months. Previous knowledge serves as a foundation for nursing courses as you develop the social awareness, critical thinking skills, aesthetic sensibility and values that prepare you to sit and pass the NCLEX nursing licensing exam and enter the field of nursing.

Accelerated Second Degree Program

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Course Requirements

60 credits

Contact Us

Accelerated Second Degree Nursing Admission
ASDNUadmiss@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-5532

Robin Cook

Director of Second Degree Nursing, Austin | Associate Professor of the Practice, Nursing

rcook@fairfield.edu

Christopher Lacerenza

Director of Second Degree Nursing Program (Connecticut), Assistant Professor of the Practice, Nursing

clacerenza@fairfield.edu

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Fairfield University’s Bachelor of Science degree in nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

NLN Accredited

Fairfield Egan's Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Center of Excellence.

SSH Accreditation

Fairfield's undergraduate Nursing program is accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

Admissions

All applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher from an accredited institution and must complete prerequisites prior to starting the program. Any courses not completed during the applicant’s previous undergraduate program may be taken at Fairfield University or any other accredited university. A final official transcript must be submitted showing final course grades before starting the ASDNU program.

Fairfield, CT Admissions

Each annual cohort starts at the end of May with between 50-60 students and concludes 15-months later at graduation in August. The admission application process is . Please contact Admission staff with any questions you may have at ASDNUadmiss@fairfield.edu.

Admission Application Process

Austin, TX Admissions

At Fairfield’s Austin, Texas campus, there will be two cohorts each year. One will start in May and the other will begin in January and both will conclude 15-months later. The admission application process is . Please contact Admission staff with any questions you may have at ASDNUadmiss@fairfield.edu.

Admission Application Process

Greenwich Hospital
Stamford Hospital
Norwalk Hospital
Danbury Hospital
Bridgeport Hospital
Yale New Haven Hospital

Milford Hospital
Griffin Hospital
St. Vincent’s Medical Center
Baylor Scott & White Health (Austin, TX)
Ascension Seton (Austin, TX)
Central Texas Veterans Health Care Systems (Austin, TX)

Considering this program is only 15 months for a four year bachelor’s degree, the faculty did a great job at not only teaching the material in a concise and clear way, but also made themselves available through office hours, video-calling, or staying after class to discuss material/ concepts, skills, or just checking in on how we were doing. I can also confidently say I am not only prepared to go into the nursing field with a great education and experiences behind me, but also with amazing friends who all have different backgrounds that we have been able to share with each other.”

- Kayle Mancusi '20

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