| ACCELERATED 2nd DEGREE BSN PROGRAM
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PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
The Accelerated 2nd Degree BSN Program is designed to enable students with a previous baccalaureate degree to earn a Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree. This program is fast-paced and is designed to build upon the student’s previous education while providing the science and nursing content. Admission to this program is highly competitive and is based upon proven academic achievement and grades earned in pre-requisite courses. Two of the program courses, (NUR 2000 & NUR 2007), as well as one of the pre-requisite courses, (NUR 2004), are Master's level courses. A graduate of the Accelerated 2nd Degree BSN Program has earned eight (8) credits toward a Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN) Degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing.
ELIGIBILITY AND PREREQUISITE GUIDELINES
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to the Accelerated 2nd Degree BSN Program are expected to have successfully completed a Bachelor’s Degree with a competitive GPA from an accredited university or college, as well as a competitive SAT, ACT, or GRE score. SAT scores prior to April, 1995 will be re-centered prior to consideration. Qualifying grades must be earned in all of the prerequisite courses. Completed applications must be received by June 1 for August admission.
- ITEMS EVALUATED FOR ADMISSION CONSIDERATION
- Completed application (online application is recommended, although a paper application is acceptable)
- Official college transcripts (from all universities attended) If currently taking classes, submit transcript as evidence of enrollment.
- Official high school transcript (which includes SAT or ACT score)
- Official GRE score (if taken)
- Two letters of professional recommendation in sealed envelopes
- Resume
- Essay (explaining how this program will help you to achieve your
personal/professional goals)
- Completion of all pre-requisite courses with qualifying grades
(may complete during the summer term)
- Interview
- INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS (in addition to above items)
- Official graduation certificate verifying degree obtained
(must be translated into English)
- Subject-specific international academic credential evaluation of official college transcripts
- Official TOEFL or IELTS score - exempt if citizen of country with English as official language OR graduate of a degree program at an accredited institution in the United States
- University of Pittsburgh Office of International Services Evaluation Report of academic credentials and non-immigrant forms
NOTE: All official documentation must be received in sealed envelopes from the
originating institutions.
PREREQUISITE GUIDELINES
It is recommended that at least 28 of the 36 prerequisite credits be completed before submitting the application. All prerequisite courses must be completed and official grade reports received by the start of the term in which the student is scheduled to begin. The prerequisite courses, except for Pathophysiology Across the Life Span (NUR 2004), may be taken at any accredited college or university. The required prerequisites include:
*Must have been completed within past 8 years with a grade of “B” or better
 Special
emphasis on equivalence to University of Pittsburgh courses
NOTE: Credits listed are term credits.
Courses taken as quarter classes will be individually evaluated.
ACADEMIC
REGULATIONS AND STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Accelerated 2nd Degree BSN students follow the academic regulations for the undergraduate program. A grade of C or better should be earned in all of the program courses.
Updated:
June 3, 2008
Email: cmh1@pitt.edu |
