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Cleveland State University

Cleveland, Ohio

Cleveland State University’s online Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program prepares engaged and passionate aspiring nurses for practice through an affordable, fast-paced degree pathway. This program will prepare you to work as a bedside nurse, caring for patients in various healthcare settings.

Admission requirements for CSU's online ABSN program include:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 2.50 Cumulative GPA, 3.0 Prerequisites GPA
  • Resume
  • Interview
  • Essay
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts from all institutions attended
  • Completion of prerequisite courses:
    • Anatomy & Physiology I & II with lab
    • Chemistry I & II with lab
    • Microbiology with lab
    • Introduction or General Psychology
    • Statistics
    • Health Care Ethics or General Ethics

*Students may apply to the program before having all prerequisites completed.

Just a few advantages of this unique program include:

  • #1 in Ohio – CSU is the #1 public university in Ohio for social mobility (U.S. News & World Report).
  • Two residencies – Refine your skills and learn face-to-face at our state-of-the-art nursing resource laboratory in downtown Cleveland, Ohio.
  • 16-month program – You can complete this program in 4 semesters/16 months (full-time).
  • NCLEX preparation – Preparation is integrated throughout the program, and extra study tools are provided upon completion.

Check to see if you are eligible for this program and request a guide containing information about tuition, program curriculum, and the application process.

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