Does anyone know any Nursing accelerated program that is about 20 months?

[Dimitrius]

1) I have been searching for accelerated nursing programs that will last more than 12 months, but I can't really find any. My brother just finished his 12 months accelerated nursing program at the University of Rochester, and he said that it was very tough.I think it will be to stressful for me to do it in 12 months, so I am looking for any program that is much longer than 15 months, it could be up to 20 months or more.

2)Also, I heard the passing grade at certain school is 77, high C. If you get lower than 77, you will automatically fail the class. Does anyone know any schools where the passing grade is lower than 77.

The reason I want a longer program is because I really want enough time to study and do well. Please share with me your advice and experience on how hard the accelerated program is. Although I am in CT, I would like to find any schools in the east coast region.

Thank you for your help!

Dimitrius

[NICU Guy, BSN, RN]

My ABSN program (in Indiana) was 15 months and the lowest passing grade is 75%. The problem is that there is a point that an "accelerated" program is no longer accelerated if it is the same length as traditional BSN programs. Most, if not all, ABSN programs are 12-18 months long.

[RunBabyRN]

I would say to consider a traditional program. Do some research- some are now 2 years (so 20 months). The one I did here in CA is that way.

Don't expect the lowest passing grade to get much lower than 77%. Do you want the nurse that just skimmed by caring for you? Plus, this doesn't set you up for success walking into the NCLEX. There is a minimum standard for a reason. (well, for a lot of reasons)

[verene, MSN]

Accelerated programs are condensed because they are accelerated. The longest I've seen is 15 months. A traditional BSN if done as a transfer or post-bach option is typically 18 months, possibly more. If you want a slower place than the accelerated programs offer, look into applying to a traditional BSN program as a post-bach or transfer student.

The slowest pace would be if you could find a part-time program, which are more likely, though not necessarily, found at the community college level. These run 20-36 months in length. Then do a bridge RN to BSN program which is another 9 months.

[snow1993]

Have you considered Bridgeport Hospital nursing program? Customize Your Education - Bridgeport Hospital, CT

They have a program with nearby Housatonic Community College to receive a ASN in addition to diploma they offer.

[seaMsea]

Seton Hall and Rutgers both have part-time BSN programs. Seton Hall is a private school so it's pretty expensive (~$75k for the whole program, I believe, and is runs over 4 academic semesters). Rutgers is much more reasonable in price, but the program is 30 consecutive months. You only take about 2-3 classes at a time. Though, I'm not sure how much it would cost you out of state.