Prepare to Lead Fast-Track Your Future in Nursing
(Accelerated BSN)
Your Pathway to Nursing Excellence Starts Here
Creighton University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program stands as one of the nation’s premier pathways for aspiring nurses. With a proud legacy spanning over 45 years, our accelerated format provides an efficient route for those eager to enter the nursing profession, with NCLEX pass rates consistently surpassing the national average.
Benefits of Creighton’s Accelerated BSN:
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Gain hands-on experience in our cutting-edge health sciences buildings in Omaha and Phoenix.
- Exceptional NCLEX Preparation: Benefit from a 93% overall NCLEX pass rate over the past five years.
- Career-Ready Graduates: Launch your nursing career with confidence—our graduates are equipped for immediate employment.
Values-Driven Education
Address and resolve ethical challenges using moral reasoning and compassionate decision-making.
Extensive Clinical Experience
Accumulate over 900 clinical hours, gaining hands-on skills that complement your classroom learning.
Dedicated Faculty
Learn from experienced, full-time faculty who are committed to your success in every aspect of your nursing journey.
Traditional Undergraduate Student? Discover Our Direct-Entry BSN Program
Creighton also offers a robust, values-driven undergraduate direct-entry BSN program on our Omaha campus.
Program Pathways
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)
- Realistic Simulation Labs: Experience lifelike healthcare settings, including hospital rooms and outpatient clinics, with high-fidelity manikins that mimic real patient responses.
- Hands-On Training: Practice essential skills like wound care, IV therapy and patient assessments in supportive, well-equipped labs with dedicated skills practice stations.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Immerse yourself in virtual reality scenarios to enhance decision-making and critical thinking in a safe, controlled space.
- Smart Classrooms & Resources: Interactive whiteboards, advanced audiovisual tools and seamless online integration support engaging, modern learning experiences.
- Supportive Study Spaces: Dedicated study spaces, both individual and collaborative, are designed to foster focus and productivity.
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)
- Advanced Simulation Center: Practice clinical scenarios with lifelike patient simulators in spaces designed to replicate hospital rooms, emergency departments and outpatient settings.
- Fully Equipped Skills Labs: Refine essential skills like medication administration, wound care and IV insertion through hands-on practice.
- Interprofessional Collaboration: Shared classrooms and labs encourage teamwork with peers in medicine, pharmacy and other health sciences programs.
- Interactive Learning Spaces: Modern classrooms and seminar rooms enhance learning with technology for multimedia presentations, case studies and real-time feedback.
- Research & Innovation: Dedicated spaces support exploration of nursing innovations and evidence-based care.
- Clinical Partnerships: Connect with Phoenix’s top healthcare systems for hands-on experience, mentorship and access to advanced medical technology.
Admission Requirements
- Application
- Personal statement
- Official transcripts from all educational institutions attended
- Three academic or professional references
- Resume (optional)
Please request more information for additional details on admissions and prerequisite course requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When are the application deadlines?
The final deadline for the January class is October 15. The final deadline for the August class is May 1. All application materials must be submitted prior to the application deadline. We will read applications on a rolling basis up until the final deadline, and recommend applying before the priority deadlines for each class for the best chance of admission.
When should I apply?
Is there a waitlist?
Can I apply to multiple campuses?
Is the program accredited?
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Creighton University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Learn More About Our BSN Programs
At Creighton, helping you realize and reach your goals is what we do. Fill out the form, and an admissions team member will connect with you to discuss your aspirations, answer any questions about our BSN programs and guide you through your next steps toward a fulfilling nursing career.