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Accelerated Programs Information


Advance your life, and dramatically affect the lives of others, through education, practice, and research at Penn Nursing.

Our Accelerated Programs are for those who hold a Bachelor's degree in a non-Nursing field, or who have acquired RN licensure. We value the variety of academic and life experiences that you bring, and we strive to offer you a program that is challenging and fulfilling, while meeting your needs as an applicant with prior relevant coursework.

The application deadline for entry in 2008 has passed.  Application for entry in 2009 will be available late summer 2008.

• Welcome Letter and Admission Requirements

• Sample Plans of Study: for both Option I and II   

  • BSN Second degree

  • BSN/MSN  

• Prerequisite Courses
         -  Sample Penn Nursing Course Syllabi

• RN- Return Information  

• FAQ

• Financial Aid

• Career Opportunities

BSN/MSN Program
For registered nurses and second degree students to complete both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s in Nursing in an accelerated program.

Second Degree Program
For students with a bachelor’s degree in another discipline who want to complete a BSN.

RN Return Program
For a Registered Nurse (RN) students holding a diploma or an associate degree in nursing who wish to complete a BSN or for RN students who wish to complete a Master’s of Nursing (MSN) degree along with a Bachelor’s degree (see BSN/MSN description below).