Top Online & Hybrid ABSN Programs

Compare accredited accelerated BSN schools by cost, clinical placement, and outcomes

By Hannah Pierce, BSNReviewed by TopNursing.org TeamUpdated October 12, 202624 min read
Best Online ABSN Programs (2027)

Points of interest…

  • Top online ABSN programs for 2027 require in-person clinical hours.
  • Check CCNE accreditation, state board approval, and first-time NCLEX pass rates.
  • Most accelerated students cannot work full-time during the 12-19 month program.

Can a bachelor's in biology, accounting, or English become an RN license without starting over? For most career changers, yes. An accelerated BSN builds on your first degree and compresses nursing coursework into roughly 12 to 21 months instead of four years.

The word "online" needs a qualifier. Lectures and theory move to a laptop, while skills labs, simulation, and clinical rotations stay in person. Georgetown, for example, pairs synchronous online classes with on-campus labs and clinical placements across MedStar Health.

Clinical placement, not coursework, usually decides where you can enroll. UT Arlington places students at sites across Texas, and Wyoming's program places them across Wyoming. For many applicants, the state-by-state options on topnursing.org's ABSN hub narrow the field faster than any national list.

Online Coursework, In-Person Clinicals: What a Hybrid Accelerated BSN Really Looks Like

The appeal of online accelerated BSN programs is flexibility, but nursing licensure is built on supervised hands-on hours, so the honest tradeoff is this: you can move the lectures to your laptop, and you cannot move the patients. No accelerated BSN is fully online, and any program that implies otherwise deserves a hard second look.

What moves online and what does not

The didactic half travels well. Pathophysiology, pharmacology, health assessment theory, and nursing foundations are typically delivered through recorded lectures, discussion boards, and proctored online exams, often asynchronously. Skills labs, high-fidelity simulation, on-site immersions, and clinical rotations are in person, scheduled, and supervised. That second half is where geography reasserts itself.

How programs handle the in-person piece

Approaches vary more than the marketing suggests. Some programs use a short campus residency: Rockhurst University's hybrid ABSN, for example, includes a roughly 10-day residency in Kansas City, Missouri, covering simulation and direct patient care, with remaining rotations at a predetermined local site under an RN preceptor. Others concentrate everything in one metro. Saint Thomas University's accelerated BSN places its labs, simulations, and 630 clinical hours in South Florida, meaning students from elsewhere generally relocate for the duration. Arkansas State's hybrid option runs didactic coursework online while labs and roughly 750 clinical hours take place in and around Jonesboro, often on scheduled weekends. Grand Canyon University operates a learning site in Englewood, Colorado, near Denver, which at the time of writing carried interim approval from the state nursing board.

Residency rules and state authorization

Two separate filters can disqualify you before you ever apply. The first is distance: many hybrid ABSNs expect you to live within commuting range of a learning site or partner hospital. The second is state authorization. Rockhurst's hybrid pathway, for instance, has been limited to residents of Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri, while South College lists board approvals in a specific set of states including Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Texas. Approvals change, so confirm current eligibility with the school directly.

Before you submit anything, ask two questions and get the answers in writing: where exactly will my clinicals take place, and who arranges the placement, the school or me?

10 Online and Hybrid ABSN Programs for 2027

This ranking highlights accredited online and hybrid accelerated BSN programs across the country for students who already hold a bachelor's degree. Each entry represents a path to the NCLEX-RN, but delivery details, clinical placement requirements, and state eligibility vary, so career changers should read the individual program notes carefully.

Factors considered
  • First-year student retention
  • Earnings ten years after entry
  • Net price after aid
  • Median debt after graduation
  • Online and hybrid delivery
Data sources
  • BEA state price parities, used to adjust tuition — bea.gov
  • College Scorecard post-completion earnings data — collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Program-level records maintained in house
  • Original research on individual programs
  • National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS) — nces.ed.gov
RankSchoolLocationNet priceBest for
#1
Georgetown University
Washington, DC$40,000 – $45,000/yrCareer changers wanting elite clinical placements

A 12-month hybrid ABSN for students who already hold a bachelor's degree, with intensive on-campus labs and clinical rotations across MedStar Health facilities in the Washington, D.C. metro area. The program emphasizes clinical judgment and evidence-based practice, with over 700 hours of hands-on experience. Its small synchronous cohorts and simulation resources make it a strong fit for career changers who want a highly structured, urban clinical immersion.

CCNE accredited
  • 12-month hybrid program for prior bachelor's degree holders
  • $1,442 per credit
  • Synchronous online classes with on-campus labs
  • Over 700 hours of hands-on clinical experience
  • Clinical rotations at MedStar Health facilities in D.C. metro
  • 96% licensure pass rate
  • CCNE accredited
  • Capstone project required

A 12-month hybrid Second Degree BSN that pairs online nursing theory with clinicals arranged in your local community. The program has a holistic admissions process and is designed for students who want to stay in Texas, with clinical partnerships that include major Dallas-area health systems. A separate Veteran to BSN pathway offers advanced placement for military applicants.

CCNE accredited
  • 12-month hybrid program for prior bachelor's degree holders
  • 61 total credit hours
  • Online nursing theory with clinicals in your local community
  • 2.5 GPA minimum
  • Holistic admission review with mandatory interview
  • Starts spring
  • CCNE accredited
  • NLN Center of Excellence
CCNE accredited
  • 12-month hybrid pathway for military applicants
  • Open to all branches of the military
  • Advanced placement based on skill demonstration
  • Multiple Texas locations
  • Military benefits accepted
  • Clinical coaches and nursing faculty
  • Texas residency or willingness to relocate
  • Application requires interview and essay

Ohio State's accelerated BSN is a five-semester hybrid option for non-nursing degree holders, with online coursework and clinical experiences at Wexner Medical Center and other partners. The program covers adult health, pediatrics, psychiatric care, and community health in 59 credits. Its large university network and strong in-state clinical footprint appeal to career changers who want a comprehensive public research university setting.

CCNE accredited
  • Five consecutive semesters, 59 credit hours
  • Starts summer
  • 3.0 GPA minimum
  • Online and in-person delivery
  • Clinical experiences at Wexner Medical Center
  • Prerequisite courses required
  • CCNE accredited
  • $60 application fee

A fully online RN to BSN completion program for working registered nurses who already hold an associate degree or diploma. The accelerated pace can be completed in about 16 months while nurses keep their jobs. It is a different pathway from a prelicensure ABSN: current RN licensure earns advanced standing and no NCLEX retake is required.

Fully online option
  • 16-month fully online option
  • Designed for current RNs with an associate degree or diploma
  • Advanced standing for current licensure
  • No NCLEX retake at completion
  • 2.5 GPA minimum
  • Two letters of recommendation minimum
  • Evidence-based practice and leadership focus

A 14-month hybrid accelerated second-degree BSN for prior bachelor's degree holders, with synchronous or asynchronous online classes and on-campus simulation labs. Clinical rotations reach New Jersey and Pennsylvania across medical-surgical, pediatric, and community settings. The cohort model and holistic admissions process appeal to career changers who want a structured but partly online path.

CCNE accredited
  • 14-month hybrid program
  • $34,000 total program tuition
  • Synchronous and asynchronous online options
  • TEAS entrance exam required
  • 3.0 GPA minimum
  • Clinical sites in New Jersey and Pennsylvania
  • High-fidelity simulation lab on campus
  • CCNE accredited

An accelerated online BSN that combines online coursework with hands-on clinicals at partner hospitals across Texas. The 15-month pathway is built around a pay-by-the-course tuition structure and includes the Smart Hospital simulation lab. Its multiple start dates and Student Success Program make it practical for working adults and out-of-state students who can complete Texas clinicals.

ACEN accredited
  • 15-month accelerated online BSN
  • $21,675 total program tuition, $425 per credit
  • 51 total credit hours
  • Locked tuition rate
  • TEAS entrance exam required
  • 2.8 GPA minimum
  • Smart Hospital simulation lab
  • Clinical sites across Texas

A 16-month hybrid second-degree BSN using seven-week terms and a cohort model. The program is designed for students with a prior bachelor's degree and prepares graduates for the NCLEX-RN. Monthly virtual information sessions and a structured application process help career changers explore the path before committing.

CCNE accredited
  • 16-month hybrid second-degree BSN
  • Seven-week course terms
  • Cohort-based structure
  • Letter of intent and resume required
  • One recommendation letter minimum
  • Prerequisite courses required
  • CCNE accredited
  • Monthly virtual information sessions

A hybrid accelerated BSN for non-nursing bachelor's degree holders, with online lectures and clinicals grouped over long weekends for working students. The four-semester schedule is especially appealing for Mercy Health employees, who may qualify for full tuition coverage. The program's local clinical network and employer reimbursement option offer a practical route for Ohio-based career changers.

ACEN accredited
  • Four-semester full-time accelerated BSN
  • Hybrid course delivery with online lectures
  • Clinicals grouped over long weekends
  • Designed for working students
  • Mercy Health employees may qualify for 100% tuition coverage
  • ACEN accredited
  • Employer tuition reimbursement supported
  • For non-nursing bachelor's degree holders

An online accelerated BSN with a one-week on-campus skills bootcamp and 630 hours of clinical rotations in the student's local community. The 21-month, 60-credit pathway uses a cohort model and includes textbooks in tuition. Applicants should note that the online ABSN currently admits only Oklahoma and Texas residents because of clinical and regulatory constraints.

ACEN accredited
  • 21-month online accelerated BSN
  • $650 per credit, 60 total credit hours
  • 630 clinical hours
  • One-week on-campus skills bootcamp
  • Three start dates per year
  • 3.0 GPA minimum
  • ACEN accredited
  • Accepts applicants only from Oklahoma and Texas

A 15-month hybrid accelerated BSN called BRAND, designed for second-degree students who want to support rural healthcare in Wyoming. Online coursework is paired with on-campus sessions and clinical placements across the state. Because on-site presence is required each semester, the program best serves students who can travel to Laramie periodically.

CCNE accredited
  • 15-month hybrid BRAND pathway
  • For second-degree students
  • Summer-to-summer schedule
  • Clinical experiences across Wyoming
  • On-campus presence required each semester
  • State-of-the-art simulation lab
  • CCNE accredited
  • Designed for rural healthcare

Behind the List: The Data That Shaped This Ranking

For career changers balancing online access against where a program lands graduates, one question matters: which accelerated BSN options let you study largely from home without sacrificing cost, completion, and payoff?

What Went Into It

The first filter is simple: only online and hybrid programs made the cut. Fully campus-bound options were set aside, since the point here is flexibility for someone working or relocating.

From there, each program was weighed on a blend of practical signals:

  • Net price: what students actually pay after grants and scholarships, not the sticker tuition.
  • Graduation rate: how reliably the institution gets students across the finish line.
  • Earnings and debt: federal College Scorecard figures on what graduates tend to earn and how much they borrow.
  • Completions volume: how many students a program actually moves through, a rough proxy for an established, running pipeline.

Where the Numbers Fall Short

No single dataset captures a nursing program cleanly, so a few caveats matter.

Net price is an institution-wide average, not an ABSN-specific quote, so your real cost can differ. Graduation rates cover the whole school rather than the nursing track alone. And the Scorecard earnings and debt figures reflect the most recent snapshot year available, which lags behind current enrollment.

What It Doesn't Measure

This ranking deliberately leaves out several things that deserve their own look: NCLEX pass rates, CCNE or ACEN accreditation status, and the clinical placement logistics that decide whether an "online" program is truly remote-friendly. Those are covered in detail further down the page, so weigh them alongside the order you see here.

Online ABSN Questions Career Changers Ask Most

These are the questions career changers ask most when weighing an online or hybrid accelerated BSN. The answers below are concise and reflect current program policies; see the accreditation and state approval sections below for more detail.

No. Hybrid ABSN programs deliver many lectures and theory courses online, but every program requires in-person lab, simulation, or clinical hours. A hybrid format may be 50 to 70 percent remote, with clinical rotations completed at approved sites. See the online coursework section below for a fuller breakdown.

Among the schools in this ranking, University of North Alabama has the lowest published net price at $12,170. That figure is an institution-wide average for all students, not the ABSN program's tuition, so your actual cost can differ. Always confirm the specific program price and financial aid package before comparing schools.

Some accelerated nursing programs online for non-nurses advertise 12-month tracks, but many take 12 to 16 months. The schools ranked here commonly list 15-month formats, including University of North Alabama, Arkansas State University, and University of Wyoming. Check each program's published length, because prerequisites and clinical scheduling can extend the timeline.

It depends. Many hybrid programs try to place clinicals at approved local sites, but availability is not guaranteed in every state. For example, Arkansas State University schedules weekend clinical rotations in the Jonesboro, AR area, and University of North Alabama uses weekend clinicals in Northwest Alabama. If no approved site is near you, relocation or travel may be required.

Accreditation varies by program. Many online and hybrid ABSN programs are CCNE accredited, but some hold ACEN accreditation instead, such as Arkansas State University. Confirm the nursing program's current accreditation and state board approval before applying, because both matter for licensure and employer recognition.

Often no, especially for primarily online study. Mercer University states its ABSN is not eligible for F-1 students. Utica University requires nonpermanent residents to secure a visa before enrolling and processes I-20 after admission. International applicants with foreign credentials typically need a course-by-course WES evaluation and proof of English proficiency.

Most programs strongly discourage it. St. Thomas University estimates a 48-hour weekly commitment and recommends no more than 10 to 15 hours of part-time evening or weekend work after the first semester, if unavoidable. Rockhurst University, Cleveland State University, and Arkansas State University also advise against working, especially once clinical rotations begin.

Not always. Online and hybrid programs must meet state authorization rules and arrange clinical placements, so some schools do not accept residents of every state. A program may be approved in some states but not others, or may lack clinical sites in your area. Contact the program directly to confirm your state's eligibility before applying.

Budgeting Beyond Tuition: Where an ABSN Budget Actually Goes

Tuition is only part of the sticker price. Program fees, clinical travel, equipment, and living costs can add tens of thousands of dollars, and most accelerated students cannot work full-time during the 12-19 month program. The breakdown below illustrates one university's published non-tuition costs; your total will vary by state, clinical site, and housing choices.

Illustrative 12-month non-tuition ABSN budget for Elon University, 2026-2027, totaling $33,370.

Getting in: Prerequisites and Admission Standards for Non-Nursing Graduates

Admission standards vary, but most online and hybrid ABSNs expect career changers to finish prerequisite courses before the accelerated nursing sequence begins.

  1. Bachelor’s degree
    Most programs require a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in any major. St. Thomas University also considers applicants with an associate degree or 60+ college credits.
  2. GPA minimums
    Typical minimums range from 2.5–3.0 overall and 2.75–3.0 in prerequisites; competitive cohorts often admit higher. Arkansas State lists 2.5 overall and 3.0 prerequisite GPA; Edgewood asks for 2.75 cumulative and 2.75 math/science prerequisite GPA.
  3. Entrance exam
    TEAS or HESI A2 is common but not universal. St. Thomas University requires TEAS at 60%; Thomas Edison State University requires ATI TEAS at 70% overall and in subcategories. Grand Canyon University evaluates HESI; Arkansas State and Edgewood do not report a minimum score.
  4. Science prerequisites
    Common prerequisites include Anatomy & Physiology I/II with labs, Microbiology with lab, General Chemistry with lab, Statistics, Nutrition, and Lifespan Development. Some programs, such as Arkansas State and Edgewood, require at least a C in each prerequisite. Recency varies: California State University, Fullerton requires 5 years; Grand Canyon University 7 years; Edgewood 8 years.
  5. Online labs and transfer credits
    Community-college credits are accepted by some programs, Arkansas State accepts them from regionally accredited schools. Online lab policies are not uniform. Unfinished prerequisites can add 6–12+ months to the advertised timeline.

Accreditation, Board Approval, and NCLEX Pass Rates for the Ranked Programs

A school's marketing page is a starting point, not proof. Before you send a deposit to any hybrid or online accelerated BSN, confirm three things yourself: national accreditation, state board approval, and recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rates. Each check takes a few minutes and uses free public sources.

Step 1: Confirm Nursing Accreditation

Nursing programs are accredited by one of two national bodies, and each keeps a searchable directory.

  • CCNE: Go to ccneaccreditation.org, open the accredited programs directory, and search by institution name. Check that the baccalaureate program is listed, not just a graduate track.
  • ACEN: Go to acenursing.org and use the program search. Filter by state and degree level.
  • What to note: The accreditation status, the date of the next scheduled review, and whether the record names the campus or format you plan to attend.

If a school appears in neither directory, ask the admissions office directly which accreditor reviews its accelerated BSN.

Step 2: Verify State Board Approval

Accreditation and board approval are separate. A program must be approved by the board of nursing in the state where it operates, and some boards also regulate where clinicals take place. Search "[state] board of nursing approved prelicensure programs" to find the official list. Be cautious with vague labels: one hybrid program on this page describes itself as "Board Approved" without naming which state board granted that approval. A legitimate approval should be traceable to a named board's public record.

Step 3: Find First-Time NCLEX-RN Pass Rates

  • School disclosures: Look for an outcomes or consumer information page, or ask admissions for first-time pass rates by year and cohort size.
  • State board reports: Many boards publish annual pass rates by program. Search "[state] board of nursing NCLEX pass rates by program."
  • National benchmark: Compare against NCSBN data at ncsbn.org. Its 2025 statistics include an 88.4% figure, but published numbers differ by candidate category and reporting period, so match U.S.-educated, first-time RN takers.

Check the fine print on any rate you see. Stockton University, for example, has a reported 83.87% NCLEX-RN rate for its BS program, but the reporting year, number of test takers, and whether it reflects first attempts are not specified. Ask for those details before you compare.

Step 4: Add Career and Licensure Context

The Occupational Outlook Handbook at bls.gov/ooh covers registered nurse job outlook, pay, and licensure requirements. For program quality and licensing guidance, AACN (aacnnursing.org), NLN (nln.org), and ANA (nursingworld.org) are reliable professional resources.

An online ABSN is online in name only for the parts that happen on a screen. Lectures travel; clinical hours do not. The NCLEX pass rate is where that tradeoff finally gets graded.

Hybrid vs. Campus Accelerated BSN: Which Format Fits Your Life?

Hybrid and campus accelerated BSNs both compress nursing education into a full-time year or more, but they differ most in where you learn and how often a program admits new students. Yes, 12-month online or hybrid ABSNs exist, but the shortest options are the most intense. Edgewood University runs a 12-month hybrid with January, May, and August 2027 starts, and Roseman University's CCNE-accredited hybrid-online ABSN takes less than 18 months with multiple 2027 entry points. Neither format is realistically compatible with working during the program.

ConsideringHybrid or online ABSNOn-campus accelerated BSN
Shortest timelineEdgewood: 12 months. Roseman: less than 18 months. Hampton lists a 12-month online option for current RNs only.Tennessee Health Science Center: 12 months. Oklahoma City University: 12 months.
Accreditation statusRoseman's hybrid-online ABSN is CCNE-accredited. Hampton's online option is CCNE-accredited but requires a current RN license.Oklahoma City University's on-campus ABSN is ACEN-accredited.
Schedule flexibilityOnline theory can reduce campus time. Tulsa uses fully asynchronous online coursework. Edgewood combines online theory with three in-person lab immersions.On-campus lectures and labs follow a fixed in-person schedule. Tennessee Health Science Center's program is based on the Memphis campus.
Pacing and cohort structureCohort-based with multiple entry points. Edgewood admits January, May, and August 2027 cohorts. St. Thomas has Spring and Fall cohorts. Roseman hybrid-online uses fall, spring, and summer starts with rolling admissions.Campus cohorts often follow a single campus calendar. Roseman's on-campus path lists a Fall 2027 start.
Working during the programStill full time. Online coursework may save commute time, but Edgewood's 12-month path includes clinical placements and three in-person lab immersions, leaving little room for employment.Full time on campus and in clinical rotations. Oklahoma City University's 12-month on-campus ABSN is a full-time accelerated path.
Clinical placement arrangementSeveral hybrid programs arrange or support local clinical placements. Tulsa arranges placements in students' local communities. Joyce uses local clinical placements plus brief skills immersions in Utah.Clinical rotations are typically based near the campus. Tennessee Health Science Center's campus-based second-degree BSN is in Memphis.
Start-date frequencyMultiple annual starts are common. St. Thomas has Spring and Fall starts. Edgewood has January, May, and August 2027 starts. Tulsa has Fall I, Spring I, and Spring II cycles. Joyce asks applicants to contact the program for eligible hybrid starts.Roseman's on-campus route lists a Fall 2027 start. Campus entry points are not always as frequent, so check each school.

Questions to Ask Yourself

Can you live near a learning site or partner hospital for the full program?
Online coursework still pairs with in-person labs and clinicals over 12 to 19 months. If no site is within commuting distance, relocating for the duration may be part of the real cost and plan.
Are your anatomy, physiology, and microbiology prerequisites finished and recent enough?
Many schools expect science courses completed within a set number of years. If yours are outdated or unfinished, your true start date may be a year away, so check each school's policy first.
Can you cover living expenses with little or no paid work?
Full-time coursework plus clinical shifts leaves little room for a job. Map out rent, food, and family costs for the whole program, since income gaps are a common reason students struggle.
Is the program's first-time NCLEX pass rate one you're comfortable with?
A published first-time pass rate shows how well graduates convert the degree into a license. If a school doesn't share it, ask directly before you commit tuition.

Other Hybrid Accelerated BSN Schools Worth a Look

Not every accredited second-degree nursing program lands in the ranking above. The directory below gathers additional accelerated BSN options from across the country, grouped with their city and state, delivery format, and average net price after aid so you can compare them at a glance. State-level breakdowns of accelerated BSN options sit alongside program guides on the hub, and each state named here has its own page for a closer look.

Saint Louis University
A 12-month hybrid cohort and the first accelerated BSN of its kind in the U.S. Online instruction pairs with on-campus labs and clinical rotations spanning adult, pediatric, maternal, and mental health nursing. Rolling admissions. Average net price after aid: $24,398.
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Saint Louis, MO · Hybrid
University of Louisville
Lectures run fully online while labs and clinicals happen in person at the Louisville or Owensboro campuses. Four semesters over 15 months, a summer start, and more than 500 clinical hours. Average net price after aid: $17,988.
  • Accelerated BSN
Louisville, KY · Hybrid
University of St Thomas
A 12-month hybrid with three start dates a year and locations in Midtown Houston, The Woodlands, and Sugar Land. Online coursework pairs with skills labs and clinical placements at Houston facilities. Average net price after aid: $19,359.
  • Accelerated BSN
Houston, TX · Hybrid
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
A hybrid 1+2+1 accelerated nursing pathway for students arriving from AHN, BC3, and CCBC, building science and nursing foundations with an emphasis on critical thinking and evidence-based care. Average net price after aid: $19,608.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Accelerated 1+2+1)
Slippery Rock, PA · Hybrid
Assumption University
Online classes with on-campus clinical labs one to two days a week across 16 months, and placements that include UMass Memorial and St. Vincent's. Small cohorts and a 100% NCLEX pass rate for the 2025 cohort. Average net price after aid: $29,498.
  • Post-Bachelor's Accelerated Nursing Track
Worcester, MA · Hybrid
Bethel University
A faith-based post-baccalaureate track finished in as few as 15 to 20 months, blending online coursework with in-person skills labs and clinical placements across more than 230 healthcare organizations. Average net price after aid: $28,556.
  • Post-Baccalaureate Nursing Program
Saint Paul, MN · Hybrid
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Twenty-two to 24 courses across six semesters, mixing asynchronous online classes with campus skills labs, simulation, and supervised clinical shifts. Up to 46 credits transfer from a prior degree. Average net price after aid: $28,039.
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (aBSN) Program
Draper, UT · Hybrid
Pittsburg State University
An online RN to BSN track rather than a second-degree entry path: nurses holding an ADN or diploma finish upper-division nursing courses over three semesters, with a jumpstart option during the ADN. Average net price after aid: $15,784.
  • Nursing RN to BSN (Online Emphasis)
Pittsburg, KS · Online
Arkansas State University
Fifteen months of online coursework plus weekend clinical rotations in the Jonesboro area, totaling 750 clinical and lab hours. A cohort model keeps classmates together, and no prior nursing license is required. Average net price after aid: $12,366.
  • Accelerated BSN
Jonesboro, AR · Hybrid
Spring Arbor University
An accelerated online format for second-degree students covering pathophysiology, pharmacology, and nursing fundamentals, followed by medical-surgical, mental health, obstetrics, pediatric, and community health clinical courses. A dedicated NCLEX review course is included. Average net price after aid: $19,353.
  • Nursing Pre-licensure Track (B.S.N.)
Spring Arbor, MI · Online
University of North Alabama
A low-residency hybrid completed in 15 months, with online didactic courses and weekend clinical rotations in northwest Alabama. The Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program offers paid clinical hours and guaranteed job placement. Average net price after aid: $12,170.
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Florence, AL · Hybrid
Harding University
Online coursework, onsite labs, and clinical rotations at northwest Arkansas facilities make up this 16-month hybrid, which accepts students with 64 non-nursing credits or a prior bachelor's degree. Three start dates a year and no waitlist. Average net price after aid: $22,130.
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Searcy, AR · Hybrid
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Twelve months and 54 credits across three semesters, combining online concept-based learning with simulation and live clinical experiences around greater Boston. Cohorts run about 48 students, with a 93% first-time NCLEX pass rate. Average net price after aid: $17,707.
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Boston, MA · Hybrid
Elmhurst University
Sixteen months of online coursework with live Zoom sessions, two on-campus residencies in the simulation center, and at least 450 clinical hours arranged by the university. Reported NCLEX-RN pass rate of 86%. Average net price after aid: $24,185.
  • Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Elmhurst, IL · Online
Grand Canyon University
Online theory coursework combines with skills labs, simulation suites, and clinical rotations at Phoenix-area facilities across 16 months. Three start dates a year, cohort style, and working while enrolled is generally not advised. Average net price after aid: $22,472.
  • Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program
Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

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