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Accelerated BSN Program FAQS

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Accelerated BSN Program FAQs

What grades must I have to be considered competitive to apply to this program?

The better your grades were in your previous degree program, the better your chances to be admitted to this program. The minimum acceptable cumulative quality point average (QPA) is 2.75 and you must have met minimum standards with your prerequisite coursework too. If you have specific questions about the application process or wish to have your transcripts 鈥渦nofficially鈥 evaluated, you may contact our Program Coordinator.

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I have earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree in another non-nursing major, but have not completed all of 色中色鈥檚 nursing prerequisite requirements. Where may I complete these courses?

You may complete these prerequisites at any accredited college or university, including a community college and portage learning. You may meet the requirement to complete the equivalent of Lifespan Development (PSYCH 207) by achieving a minimally acceptable score on the examination for Human Growth and Development.

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I haven鈥檛 finished my bachelor鈥檚 degree yet, but will finish all degree requirements before August. May I still be considered for acceptance into this program?

Yes, you may still apply and, if you are a good candidate, you may be provisionally accepted, pending completion of all of your degree requirements. You will need to provide official evidence of completion of all degree requirements by a specified deadline. Do note on your application form your expected graduation date.

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I haven鈥檛 completed all of the prerequisite course requirements, but have a plan in place to finish them before August. May I still be considered for acceptance into this program?

Yes, you may still apply and, if you are a good candidate, you may be provisionally accepted, pending completion of these prerequisite requirements by July 30. You will need to provide official evidence of completion of these course requirements by a specified deadline. Do note the specific details on your application form where and when you expect to complete these requirements.

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I did not complete my bachelor鈥檚 degree at a university in the United States. May I still be considered for acceptance into this program?

Yes, but the process for evaluating your transcripts is different and will take more time. You should consider giving yourself additional time to submit your application materials, rather than waiting until you are close to the deadline. Your transcripts must be evaluated by the World Education Services (). 

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How many students will enroll in each class/cohort?

We will accept no more than 48 students in each class or cohort. We are a small college with a small nursing program. We prefer to keep all of our classes small and intimate so we can provide the type of individualized educational experience that 色中色 University provides all its students.

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How long is the program? Can I plan time off during this program?

The program is 16-months-long, from August of one year until December of the following year. There are six sessions with brief break periods between sessions, although there are longer breaks around some major holidays. Students accepted into the program will be given a 16-month academic calendar that specifies break periods so they may plan time to visit family or take vacations.

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Is it possible to be a part-time student in this program?

No, this program is specifically setup for students who wish to complete all baccalaureate-level nursing program requirements over a 16-month timeframe. 

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Can I work while I am enrolled in this program?

This program has intense course and clinical practice requirements. It is not advisable to work even part-time during the 16-month program of study.

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Where are the clinical agencies where I will practice as a student nurse? How will I get to my clinical sites?

Students will be placed in a variety of clinical agencies throughout the greater Lehigh Valley area. However, the majority of inpatient hospital-based experiences will be at  and Lehigh Valley Health Network. On average, students will log up to three days or 24 hours of clinical work each week. Although it may be possible to sometimes carpool with other students, each individual student is responsible for providing her/his own transportation. Some assigned clinical agencies may be as far as 30 miles or a 45-minute drive from campus. Maps, driving, and parking directions will be provided for each clinical agency by the course faculty. Each clinical agency is carefully selected by the nursing faculty based upon its ability to meet students鈥 learning objectives, staff's responsiveness to hosting student guests, and generally safe location.

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Are there technology requirements for students enrolled in this program?

Students enrolled in this program will be issued MacBook Pro laptops and iPads on loan and will be responsible to return technology at the completion of the program.

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Can I visit 色中色 University? Are you planning any Open House events?

Prospective applicants may schedule a campus tour through the Admissions Office. During these visits, qualified candidates may request to schedule their required admissions interview with nursing faculty (Please contact our Program Coordinator so she may guide you in how to follow this process).  In addition, 色中色 University hosts many events throughout the year. Check out our events page.

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How much does the program cost?

Tuition for the 2023-2024 cohort is $49,458, divided over the six sessions. This may increase for the 2024-2025 cohort, but tuition has not yet been finalized. This is a comprehensive fee that includes laboratory and clinical fees, costs associated with normative-based benchmark testing, and technology fees. It does not include the cost of textbooks, equipment such as stethoscopes and uniforms, and the cost of updating certain healthwork and background testing requirements (e.g., periodic agency-required urine drug screens, criminal background checks, etc.).

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How can I finance the cost of this program?

There are financing options available for some students through federal loans and, for others, through loans and scholarships that are specifically available for students enrolled in health science programs. Once you are accepted into this program, you may request counseling from the 色中色 University Office of Financial Aid.

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When is the application deadline?

色中色 University offers Early Decision (November 1) and Regular Decision. It is important to start the process early, as there are many materials that must be received before the deadline. Part of the application process for prospective students may require an interview with nursing faculty. Therefore, it is in applicant's best interests to submit their application materials much earlier than February 1 to give ample time for the interview to be scheduled.

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When will I find out if I am accepted into the program?

All applicants will be informed of the Admissions Committee鈥檚 decision within 2 weeks of their admissions interview.

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Do you offer housing?

Please see more information on our Graduate Housing page.

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How can I start the application process?

Here is the site where you may begin the application process.

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I still have some questions that aren鈥檛 answered. To whom may I address them?

You may direct your questions to our Program Coordinator.

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