Accelerated BSN Nursing Program
Looking to change careers? Already have a bachelor’s in another field? Fast-track your career by earning your nursing degree in just 15 months with Adelphi’s Accelerated BS in Nursing program.
| Starting in Summer 2026, this program will also be offered at our new Manhattan Center. |
Why Earn an Accelerated BS in Nursing at Adelphi?
If you already have a bachelor’s in another field, you can complete our fast-track BS in Nursing in just 15 months.
Studying full time, you will begin in a summer cohort and advance in the Accelerated BS in Nursing program with your peers while learning from dedicated faculty who offer a comprehensive approach to the program’s didactic, clinical and research components.
So, if you’re looking to change careers and transfer into a nursing program, you can put your nursing career on our accelerated track—one of the fastest ways to become an RN—while also earning a nursing degree from a top-ranked college.
- Learn hands-on nursing and assessment skills in a state-of-the-art simulation center utilizing the latest technology.
- Gain valuable nursing experience in a wide variety of high-quality clinical settings.
- Learn inclusive nursing practices from world-class faculty with clinical and research expertise in areas such as acute care, critical care, labor and delivery, mental health and community health.
Flexible Start Options
To offer greater flexibility and meet the needs of our students, the ABSN program now admits students for two entry terms each year:
- Spring Cohort – begins in January
- Summer Cohort – begins in May
No matter which start date you choose, you’ll receive the same high-quality education and clinical preparation that prepares you to sit for the NCLEX-RN and launch your career as a registered nurse.
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
At Adelphi, we believe hands-on experience is key to setting our students up for future career success. This is why as an accelerated nursing program student you will have access to firsthand medical experience at one of our dedicated education units (DEUs) located at:
- Huntington Hospital, Northwell Health
- Mather Hospital, Northwell Health
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Perioperative Program
- NYU Winthrop Hospital Perioperative Program
- St. Francis Hospital, Catholic Health Services
In addition, we have clinical opportunities in all five boroughs of New York City and Nassau and Suffolk counties.
State-of-the-Art Educational Nursing Technology
On our main Garden City campus, we have the opportunity to offer our nursing students uniquely tailored clinical experiences by simulating the hospital setting. We do this through the latest tools and technology
Our state-of-the-art simulation lab provides our students with the highest-quality simulation technology in a safe learning environment so they receive the education, practice and exposure they need when applying for their first job.
- Victoria, our birthing manikin, simulates a live birth and is one of only two such manikins in the tristate area.
- Hal, our new state-of-the-art pediatric manikin, is the most advanced pediatric patient simulator in the United States—capable of simulating lifelike emotions through dynamic facial expressions, movement and speech.
Clinical Education & Simulation Lab (CESiL)
Located in the Nexus Building at Adelphi, the 22-bed CESiL features seven clinical exam rooms, a delivery room, a pediatric exam room, and a home-care setting. Students safely train in scenarios from emergency to routine, allowing for mistakes without risk to patients. Launch Gallery
Clinical Education & Simulation Lab (CESiL)
Located in the Nexus Building at Adelphi, the 22-bed CESiL features seven clinical exam rooms, a delivery room, a pediatric exam room, and a home-care setting. Students safely train in scenarios from emergency to routine, allowing for mistakes without risk to patients. 7 Photos-
During a high-fidelity simulation, a faculty member provides remote support to nursing students to guide them through a variety of clinical scenarios.
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Telepresence robots like this one are used for remote monitoring in CESiL’s home-care suite as well as in the growing home healthcare field. They enhance both nursing and healthcare informatics students’ educational experience.
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For College of Nursing and Public Health nursing students, learning in the various CESiL simulated settings and situations is like training in a real hospital. That experience was especially invaluable in the midst of the pandemic, nursing students said.
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By practicing their clinical skills in a realistic hospital setting and learning how to safely and accurately administer medications, nursing students become well prepared for their first RN jobs.
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Here, a cohort of students addresses an emergency code situation with a high-fidelity manikin and gains experience in electronic medical record processes. Various manikins, supportive supplies and state-of-the-art equipment enable faculty and students to translate theory into practice.
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Faculty use this pediatric manikin to train their students in everything from routine to emergency experiences. When used with an obesity suit, the manikin enables nurses to learn about the treatment of child obesity, a growing problem in the 6-to-9 age bracket.
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Victoria, a high-fidelity maternal simulator manikin, arrived at CESiL with two baby manikins in March 2019—able to simulate a complete range of situations that nurses may face in the delivery room, from typical neonatal care to obstetric emergencies.
Inside the Clinical Education and Simulation Lab
Program Info
Application Requirements
The Accelerated Nursing degree program offers rolling admissions with multiple start dates, including a cohort beginning at the end of May. While there is no firm application deadline, we encourage you to apply early to secure your spot. Students are able to receive an admissions decision prior to completion of all prerequisites, but all prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the program start. We are available to guide you through the admissions process and clarify any requirements to help you get started.
To apply for the accelerated nursing program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
- Evidence of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university (awarded prior to the start of the program)
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 from all undergraduate college work completed after high school
- Two professional reference letters
- A professional statement
- A passing grade of C+ and above in all required prerequisites prior to the start of the program
- Students who receive below a C+ in one required prerequisite course within the past eight years may repeat that course one time. Any student who receives below a C+ in more than one science prerequisite course would not be eligible for the accelerated nursing program.
- All science prerequisite courses must have been taken within the past 10 years.
- An applicant’s academic history will be carefully reviewed and candidates may be requested to complete an interview with the ABSN admissions committee.
The ATI TEAS is not required for ABSN applicants. Any prior grades in nursing courses will be taken into consideration. Students who have previously been dismissed from another nursing program will not be eligible. This is a highly competitive program; eligibility does not guarantee acceptance.
These are the prerequisites for admission into the accelerated nursing program. The science prerequisites must have been completed within the last 10 years:
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II
- Microbiology
- One semester of General Chemistry (4 credits), or CHEM109
- Statistics
- Developmental Psychology
- Nutrition (2-credit nursing course)
- Pathophysiology
| Semester | Cohort Start | Priority Deadline | Rolling Admission Ends |
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| Summer | May | March 1 | April 1 |
| Spring | January | November 1 | November 15 |
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- Levermore Global Scholars – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- Study Abroad – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Frequently Asked Questions About the Accelerated Nursing Program
Take into consideration your career goals, family responsibilities, financial situation and your ability to be a full-time student. Though very rewarding, the program can be intensive and may require 40 or more hours a week in course and clinical work during the 15-month period.
Our faculty, academic advisers and other support services are available to help you through the process.
Yes. You must still complete an undergraduate transfer application, as the program is a Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN). Master’s programs in nursing are intended for those who already have a BS in Nursing.
Your professional statement should be a one-page typed essay explaining why you would like to enter the Accelerated BS in Nursing program. Additional information regarding your career goals, academic performance, as well as professional experiences may be included.
We encourage you to meet with an admissions counselor in the Office of University Admissions to help you determine if your courses meet our criteria. You can schedule an appointment or view course equivalencies using the Transfer Evaluation Service (TES).
You may take prerequisite courses at Adelphi or at another accredited intuition if desired. If you choose to take the courses at Adelphi, apply as an undergraduate non-degree student. Once the prerequisites are completed, or you are enrolled in your final prerequisites, you will then be able to apply to the Accelerated Nursing program. Admission to prerequisite courses at Adelphi as a non-degree student does not guarantee acceptance into the Accelerated Nursing program.
Only previously approved science prerequisite courses with a lab component can be taken online. Contact the Office of University Admissions for more information.
You do not have to have all of these courses completed before you begin the application process. However, all courses must be completed before you start your courses in the Accelerated BS in Nursing program at Adelphi. You will have to show proof of enrollment in all required prerequisite courses in order to receive an admissions decision.
Once your application is complete, it will be sent to the College of Nursing and Public Health Accelerated BS in Nursing program admissions committee for further evaluation. You will be notified of your admissions decision through your Online Status Portal. An interview may be required for applicants. The program will reach out to schedule an interview time, if deemed necessary.
Currently, all classes are held at Adelphi’s Garden City campus, located in Nassau County in New York. Some clinical courses will be held at healthcare facilities throughout the surrounding area. Located near Long Island’s parks and beaches, the 75-acre campus is only 35 minutes from New York City, offering the combined advantages of a major metropolitan area and a safe, suburban campus environment.
Starting in Summer 2026, a Summer cohort will also be offered at our new Manhattan location, just steps from Bryant Park and Grand Central Station, featuring smart classrooms, simulation labs, specialized learning spaces, private study areas and comfortable student lounge.
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Program Contacts
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Nexus Building 370A
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646.315.8967
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Nexus Building 328