University of Detroit Mercy

Program Information

Degree Offered

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Format: Campus

Program Description:

University of Detroit Mercy's accelerated second degree option in nursing allows individuals with a college degree in a related field to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 12 months.

The program is designed specifically for students who already hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree. The intensive program has a cohort (all students take the same courses at the same time) curriculum totaling 58 credits.

Students attend classes full time for one full year beginning in January and May.

While the BSN accelerated program incorporates the same philosophy, conceptual framework and program objectives as UDM's traditional undergraduate nursing pre-licensure program, it comprises a different sequence of courses.

The program recognizes an individual's past experiences and builds upon those strengths. The BSN accelerated program provides the appropriate learning environment for individuals to acquire a nursing degree efficiently and effectively.

Accreditation:

Undergraduate and graduate programs are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Questions or comments on accreditation can be directly forwarded to: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530 Washington, DC 20036-1120 202-887-6791 202-887-8476

Eligibility Requirements:

To be considered for the Accelerated Second Degree Option in nursing, applicants must have:
•a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
•a minimum of 3.0 undergraduate GPA
•a minimum of 2.5 GPA in all science courses
•All science prerequisites MUST have been take in the past 7 years

**Application Process**

The following prerequisite courses* or competencies are also required:

•English Composition II
•Intermediate Algebra
•Microbiology
•Biochemistry
•Anatomy
•Physiology
•Nutrition
•Introduction to Psychology
•Lifespan Psychology
•Introduction to Sociology
•Healthcare Ethics

# of Credits Required:

58

International Student Requirements:

All course work completed outside the U.S. and Canada must be formally evaluated by either the World Education Services or the Educational Credential Evaluators. A course-by-course/detailed evaluation report is required by the University of Detroit Mercy. Official evaluation results are to be mailed from the agency to the following address: University of Detroit Mercy, Admissions Office, 4001 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-3038

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

2010/2011: $730 credit hour (CHP/MSON discount rat USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999