Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Hybrid

Prepare and train for nursing roles improving the health outcomes of patients and communities. This accelerated program gives you the tools to build your knowledge and confidence to sit for NCLEX-RN licensure.

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Program Overview

Join the next generation of nursing professionals with the BSN accelerated program

Become a registered nurse in less time with this Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at St. Thomas University based in Miami Gardens, Florida. As a student, you’ll benefit from flexible online coursework, experience-building clinical rotations, and instruction by supportive faculty who prepare you to positively impact patient care across diverse populations.

This CCNE-accredited ABSN program requires no nursing experience and offers multiple pathways to entry. Applicants must have one of the following: 60+ college credits, an associate degree, or a non-nursing bachelor's degree. The curriculum focuses on patient assessments, culturally sensitive care, community engagement, health promotion, and more to facilitate your pursuit of NCLEX-RN licensure.

Upon completion of this ABSN program, you will be prepared to:

  • Sit for the NCLEX-RN exam
  • Demonstrate the integration of philosophical and theoretical principles of the art and science of nursing to create a caring environment for diverse patients, families, and communities
  • Incorporate teaching, learning, and evaluation concepts in developing individualized health plans that meet the cultural and individual needs of patients, families, and communities
  • Demonstrate professionalism in the care of patients, in inter-professional education, and in collaborative practice
Upon completion of this ABSN program, you will be prepared to:+
  • Sit for the NCLEX-RN exam
  • Demonstrate the integration of philosophical and theoretical principles of the art and science of nursing to create a caring environment for diverse patients, families, and communities
  • Incorporate teaching, learning, and evaluation concepts in developing individualized health plans that meet the cultural and individual needs of patients, families, and communities
  • Demonstrate professionalism in the care of patients, in inter-professional education, and in collaborative practice
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Modality Hybrid
NCLEX Pass Rate 100%
Total Tuition $35,400
Duration As few as 16 months
Credit Hours 60

Accreditation

CCNE Accredited Program

The baccalaureate degree, master's degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, and post-graduate certificate programs in nursing at St. Thomas University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

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Courses

See how the BSN accelerated curriculum prepares you to launch your professional practice

The Accelerated BSN curriculum is comprised of 14 core courses for a total of 60 credits.

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For those without an associate or bachelor's degree, the following general education prerequisites must be met. All general ed pre-reqs can be taken any term in 8 week duration.

Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination the foundations of Catholicism, including its theology, spirituality, art, and architecture, from historical and contemporary perspectives.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Descriptive statistics; basic probability and distribution theory, point and interval estimation. Hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, chi-square and F distributions. Emphasis on applications to business, marketing and behavioral science. Prerequisite: MAT 100A or SAT quantitative score of 26.5 or placement test score of 85. (offered Fall 1 or Spring 1 only)

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the population and the sample in an inferential study.
  • Create data tables, histograms, pie charts, pareto charts, and stem-and-leaf diagrams.
  • Compute and decipher the mean, the median, the mode, and the standard deviation of a data set.
  • Determine and interpret the quartiles and percentiles of a data set.
  • Create and interpret a box-and-whisker diagram.
  • Build probability distributions and compute conditional probabilities.
  • Determine confidence intervals and sample sizes.
  • Conduct hypothesis testing to evaluate claims.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An historical introduction to philosophy that covers metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics as well as some basic ethics and political philosophy. The course is developed with the intent of facilitating students' own inquiries into questions of knowledge, meaning, and value.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces fundamental concepts of ethical leadership grounded in contemporary theories. It is designed to help students strengthen the skills and practices that define effective ethical leaders, including the responsible and ethical use of AI in decision-making and leadership practices.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of English Literature in the Romantic, Victorian, and Modern periods through readings selected to represent great writers, various literary forms, and significant currents of thought. This course provides both an introduction to literature and a background that will be useful in the study of other literatures and other fields of cultural history. Prerequisite: ENC 1102
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Readings in poetry, prose fiction, and dramatic forms. The course enhances written skills developed in ENC 1101 through papers and examinations on assigned readings and substantial in-class writing experiences. This course meets the requirements of the State of Florida “Gordon Rule.” Prerequisite: ENC 1101
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 8
This course is designed as a foundation for students preparing to take MGF 1106, STA 2023, or MAC 1140. Emphasis is placed on the application of linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations and quadratic equations. Topics also include real numbers and their properties, products and factoring, graphs and functions, counting methods, descriptive statistics as well as an introduction to probability and financial mathematics. Prerequisite: MAT 100A or SAT quantitative score of 28 - 29 or ACT quantitative score 21-22 or placement test score of 80 - 85. (Offered Fall 2 or Spring 2 only)

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply the concepts of set theory, mathematical logic, geometry, probability, and statistics.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of algebraic concepts and graphing and apply fundamental mathematical properties.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of the concepts, methods and problems of human development with consideration of both its psychological and psychosocial aspects; studies of the physical, intellectual, emotional, moral and social aspects of growth of the normal person. Emphasis on the psychology of learning, maturation, nature-nurture, cognition, perception, and personality.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the developmental levels of students and differences in a group of students.
  • Accommodate different student learning needs, developmental levels, experiential backgrounds, linguistic development, and cultural heritage using various activities.
  • Pinpoint patterns of physical, social, and academic development of students.
  • Determine motivational strategies and factors that encourage students to be achievement and goal oriented.
  • Examine common health problems and risk behaviors associated with them.
  • Understand the principles of sequential progression of motor skill development.
  • Investigate human growth and development and its relationship to physical, social, and emotional well-being.
  • Determine factors contributing to substance use and abuse and identify signs, symptoms, effects, and prevention strategies.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction and broad survey of the major faith traditions of the world, with particular emphasis on the Abrahamic religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Eastern religious traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism are introduced. *Course must be taken at St. Thomas University

Learning Outcomes

  • Explore the major themes, concepts, rituals, and beliefs of the religious traditions studied.
  • Employ the material learned in the course to real-life situations and in each student's field of study.
  • Develop empathy for religious traditions and beliefs, both their own and others.
  • Examine the similarities and differences in the primary beliefs held by major religious traditions and the cultures in which these religions evolved.
  • Articulate the varieties of religious experience and practice in a wide range of cultures.
  • Research and write analyses of a topic relevant to world religions using proper writing mechanics.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to be an overview of the field of psychology, including topics such as memory and intelligence processes, interpersonal relations, motivation, psychological disorders and treatment, the effects of the media, and more.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course offers an exploration of the moral life, including a study of various philosophical traditions of ethics and of contemporary ethical issues in regard to self, society, and the natural world. This is a writing intensive course which meets the requirements of the State of Florida “Gordon Rule.” Prerequisite: ENC 1102

All science pre-requesites are offered in 8-week format, except for General Biology and Chemistry ( 16 weeks)

Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course applies the scientific method to critically examine and explain the natural world including but not limited to cells, organisms, genetics, evolution, ecology, and behavior. (Offered in Fall and Spring only)
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Selected topics from general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry will be studied. This course is designed specifically for Nursing and Allied Health Technology. Prerequisites: CHM 1025 or equivalent, MAT 1104 or equivalent College Algebra or higher - Corequisites: CHM 1033L ( In person only, Spring term only)
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
Hands-on laboratory exercises are performed to accompany the material presented in the lecture course: including inorganic, organic, and biochemical experiments. Students will perform twelve experiments, collect data, and analyze the results. Corequisite: CHM 1033 - Laboratory Fee ( In person only, spring term only)
Duration: 8 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides the basis of microbiological principles, a survey of microorganisms, their environment, metabolism, and activities, and their interaction with multicellular organisms, especially humans. Students will gain an appreciation of the vast diversity of microbial life, the central roles of microorganisms in nature, and their influence on our lives. This course is intended for students enrolled in the Nursing Program. Corequisite: MCB3020L
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will serve as an introduction to the systems of the human body. Necessary life functions and survival needs will be examined, followed by an orientation of the language of anatomy. Thorough analyses of intracellular function, tissue types, the integumentary system, skeletal tissue and the human skeleton, joints, muscle tissue and the muscular system, the fundamentals of nervous tissue, and the nervous system. Co-requisite: BSC2085L (Offered in Fall 1 or Spring 1 only)
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course will serve as an introduction to the systems of the human body. Necessary life functions and survival needs will be examined, followed by an orientation of the language of anatomy. Thorough analyses of intracellular function, tissue types, the integumentary system, skeletal tissue and the human skeleton, joints, muscle tissue and the muscular system, the fundamentals of nervous tissue, the nervous system, and the endocrine system will follow. Laboratory exercises provide first-hand experience with the structure and processes discussed in lecture. Includes Laboratory Fee. Co-requisite: BSC2085 (Offered in Spring 1 or Fall 1 only)
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will focus on the structure and function of the human body and mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis. Topics include the study of blood, cardiovascular system including lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system and male and female reproductive systems. Emphasis is placed on the integration of systems as they relate to normal health. Co-requisite: BSC2086L (Offered in Fall 2 or Spring 2 only)
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course will focus on the structure and function of the human body and mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis. Topics include the study of blood, cardiovascular system including lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system and male and female reproductive systems. Emphasis is placed on the integration of systems as they relate to normal health. Laboratory exercises provide first-hand experience with the structure and processes discussed in lecture. Includes Laboratory Fee. Co-requisite: BSC2086 (Offered Fall 2 or Spring 2 only)
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course emphasizes the principles of basic nutrition and nutritional needs integrated with cultural dietary patterns and its impact on the life stage and life span. Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing or Permission of Instructor. (Offered Fall 1 and Spring 1 only)

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyze and articulate the importance of good nutrition and the impact of daily food choices on the body's health over time.
  • Evaluate food labels and examine the nutrition facts, ingredients, and Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for a male or female.
  • Outline the role of carbohydrates, lipids, protein, vitamins, water, and minerals in the body and name nutrient sources of each to maintain health.
  • Explain health concerns and dietary modifications for people with cancer and immune system disorders and demonstrate the relationship between nutrition and chronic diseases.
  • Outline the role of carbohydrates, lipids, protein, vitamins, water, and minerals in the body and name the nutrient sources of each to maintain health.
  • Examine food safety and food technologies.

For those with an associate or bachelor's degree, the following general education courses are required and can be taken during the ABSN program as corequisites

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction and broad survey of the major faith traditions of the world, with particular emphasis on the Abrahamic religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Eastern religious traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism are introduced. *Course must be taken at St. Thomas University

Learning Outcomes

  • Explore the major themes, concepts, rituals, and beliefs of the religious traditions studied.
  • Employ the material learned in the course to real-life situations and in each student's field of study.
  • Develop empathy for religious traditions and beliefs, both their own and others.
  • Examine the similarities and differences in the primary beliefs held by major religious traditions and the cultures in which these religions evolved.
  • Articulate the varieties of religious experience and practice in a wide range of cultures.
  • Research and write analyses of a topic relevant to world religions using proper writing mechanics.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination the foundations of Catholicism, including its theology, spirituality, art, and architecture, from historical and contemporary perspectives.
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 6
This foundational course introduces students to the art and science of nursing. Emphasis is placed on basic nursing skills, patient safety, infection control, and therapeutic communication. Through classroom instruction, skills lab practice, and supervised clinical experiences, students learn to apply the nursing process and perform essential assessments and interventions in diverse healthcare settings.
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Students develop the knowledge and skills needed to perform comprehensive health histories and physical assessments across the lifespan. Instruction focuses on systematic techniques of inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. Students learn to recognize normal and abnormal findings and accurately document and communicate results to the healthcare team.
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the physiological mechanisms underlying common diseases. Students examine cellular alterations, systemic dysfunctions, and clinical manifestations, linking them to nursing and pharmacologic interventions. Case studies are used to promote application of pathophysiological concepts to clinical scenarios.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 6
This course focuses on the nursing care of adults experiencing acute and chronic health conditions. Students apply the nursing process, implement individualized care plans, and develop safe medication administration skills. Emphasis is placed on patient education, health promotion, and culturally competent care for diverse adult populations.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Students are introduced to the principles of psychiatric nursing and the care of individuals with mental health disorders. The course emphasizes therapeutic communication, evidence-based interventions, and mental health promotion strategies. Clinical experiences provide opportunities to practice safe, ethical, and culturally sensitive care in mental health settings.
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This course provides an overview of pharmacological principles, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and the safe administration of medications. Students explore major drug classifications, their therapeutic uses, side effects, and interactions. Emphasis is placed on applying clinical judgment and ensuring patient safety in medication management.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 6
Building on Adult Nursing I, this course prepares students to care for adults with complex and multisystem health problems. Students strengthen clinical reasoning and prioritization skills while managing patients in acute care settings. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and application of quality and safety initiatives are emphasized.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the research process and utilization in professional nursing practice. Discussion of evidence-based practice as the foundation for safe, quality care will be the focus of this course. Students will be guided through the development of clinical questions and explore strategies for collecting and appraising the evidence available to answer them.

Learning Outcomes

  • Examine the purposes and methods of research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement.
  • Critically appraise literature using quantitative and qualitative research.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in the use of evidence-based practice models.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This course explores the role of the nurse leader, integrating prior learning with an understanding of the nature of leadership as well as leadership and management theories, as it relates to the nursing profession. An introduction to the principles of project management with application to a clinical leadership project is included. Consideration of individual student growth, particularly related to the student outcomes of the program and personal goals for future growth. Application of the content will occur in the 54-hour precepted clinical practicum, under the direction of the faculty, to develop and implement a clinical leadership project.

Learning Outcomes

  • Develop and implement a quality improvement project in a clinical setting.
  • Understand the use of power and conflict to impact change, the difference between leadership and management, and how leadership strategies can improve patient outcomes and workplace environments.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 4
This course has both a didactic and a clinical component. The didactic portion introduces the concepts and principles of community health and the practice of evidence-based community health nursing. The nursing process is applied to the care of individuals, families, and groups within the community. Emphasis will be on community health measures which promote and maintain the health of the community. Application of community health nursing principles occurs in the 54-hour precepted clinical practicum in a community health setting with oversight from a registered nurse. The clinical practicum must be conducted outside of the student's place of employment.

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe the health-related goals that concern the community and public health nurses.
  • Identify agencies with the most crucial roles in health care issues at the federal, state, and local levels.
  • Discuss epidemiologic data regarding the overall health of the American population and aggregates.
  • Describe approaches to community assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
  • Explain the responsibilities of the community/public health nurse in promoting health and preventing illness in the community.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 5
This course examines the nursing care of women throughout the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods, as well as newborn assessment and care. Students learn to integrate family-centered and culturally sensitive approaches in reproductive health. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, safety, and evidence-based maternal-child nursing practices.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 5
This course addresses nursing care for infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic health conditions. Students apply principles of growth and development, health promotion, and family partnership in pediatric care. Clinical experiences emphasize communication, safety, and holistic support for children and families.
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 2
This advanced course engages students in the critical analysis of case studies involving critically ill patients. Through scenario-based learning, students synthesize knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and evidence-based nursing interventions to evaluate complex clinical situations. Emphasis is placed on advanced clinical reasoning, prioritization of care, rapid decision-making, and interprofessional collaboration. Students will practice evaluating outcomes and refining approaches to optimize patient safety and quality of care.
Duration: 16 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 6
In this capstone course, students transition from the academic setting to professional nursing practice through a precepted clinical practicum. Emphasis is placed on clinical judgment, prioritization, and integration of knowledge across the curriculum. Structured NCLEX review activities prepare students for licensure and successful entry into professional practice.

Learning Environment

Prepare for professional licensure in an accelerated hybrid format

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program combines flexible online coursework with cutting-edge patient simulations and transformative clinical rotations. This Miami area-based program gives you a strong foundation in nursing practices while empowering you to gain experience in real-world healthcare settings. Learn more about our hybrid format by exploring each of the tabs below.

Online Coursework Skills Lab & Simulations Clinicals

Online Coursework

Study on a schedule that fits your life with convenient online coursework accessible 24/7. Explore key concepts like nursing leadership, pediatrics, public health, and more in an asynchronous environment that enables you to maintain balance between academic and personal responsibilities.

Skills Lab & Simulations

Refine your nursing expertise through high-fidelity patient simulations. Our state-of-the art simulation lab replicates modern hospital environments to help you develop vital practical experience and build confidence while preparing for a career as a skilled RN.

Clinicals

As an ABSN student, you’ll gain experience through clinical partnerships with top healthcare providers across the Miami area. Our broad network of affiliates ensures access to diverse, high‑quality clinical placement sites.

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Tuition

What’s the cost of STU’s CCNE-accredited ABSN program?

Tuition for the Accelerated BSN hybrid degree program can be paid by the course. The total tuition is inclusive of all fees, including a technology fee for each course.

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Program Per Credit Hour Per Program
Accelerated BSN $590 $35,400

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $35,400
Per Credit Hour $590

Discover all that the Miami area has to offer

Nestled in Miami Gardens, just 16 miles north of downtown, STU boasts a diverse community and a wide range of professional opportunities. Due to in-person requirements like simulation labs and clinical experiences, you must reside in the Miami area while completing the ABSN program to ensure you’re able to take full advantage of our established partnerships with leading healthcare providers.

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Calendar

Choose between multiple start dates

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program conveniently enrolls twice a year, each Spring and Fall. Choose the start date that is best for you.

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TermStart DateApp DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlineTuition DeadlineClass End DateTerm Length
Fall 18/22/267/10/267/10/268/14/268/26/2610/16/267 weeks

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Apply Date 7/10/26
Class Starts 8/22/26

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Admissions

What are the admission requirements for the hybrid ABSN program?

Our reasonable admission requirements make the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program accessible to students from diverse educational and professional backgrounds. You must submit transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Due to in-person clinical requirements, only students currently residing in Florida can enter this program.

Admission Requirements:

  • Free application
  • 2.75 cumulative GPA or higher
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Hybrid ABSN Admission Requirements

  • Completed free application
  • Transcripts verifying you’ve completed 60 college credits, or an associate or non-nursing bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have completed the required prerequisite courses. See additional information on prerequisite requirements below.
  • Clear criminal background check prior to being admitted to the nursing cohort
  • 2.75 cumulative GPA or higher (4.0 scale)
  • 3.0 GPA or higher (4.0 scale) in science coursework
  • Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score of 60% or higher

Prerequisite Requirements

Science Prerequisites

  • General Biology
  • Anatomy and Physiology I (with lab)
  • Anatomy and Physiology II (with lab)
  • Microbiology (with lab)
  • Chemistry (with lab)
  • Principles of Nutrition

General Education Requirements

For those without an associate or bachelor’s degree, the following general education prerequisites must be met:

  • Human Growth and Development
  • Applied Statistics
  • Psychology
  • College Algebra
  • Composition and Literature
  • Ethics
  • Intro to Philosophy
  • English Literature (upper level)
  • Introduction to Leadership

General Education Corequisites

The following general education courses are required to be transferred in or can be taken during the ABSN program as corequisites:

  • Introduction to Catholicism
  • World Religion

Special Admission Requirements for those with a Foreign Physician’s Degree:

If you are a U.S. resident and have a Doctor of Medicine degree from an accredited medical school outside of the U.S. with an evaluation obtained through an evaluation company member of NACES, you are required to complete only the prerequisites listed below. The degree must have been completed no earlier than 10 years. Applicants do not qualify if they have already obtained an RN license.

Foreign Physician Prerequisites:

  • Human Growth and Development
  • Principles of Nutrition
  • Applied Statistics

Foreign Physician Corequisites:

  • Intro to Catholicism
  • World Religion

Official transcripts can be sent to St. Thomas University through Parchment and National Student Clearinghouse. Unofficial transcripts and other documents can be uploaded via your Admissions Portal or emailed to [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about the Accelerated BSN program

Explore these common questions asked by students considering our Miami-based hybrid ABSN program. You’ll find helpful information on clinical requirements, professional licensure, career opportunities, and the unique advantages of this accelerated nursing program.

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STU's hybrid ABSN program has comprehensive requirements designed for both career changers and career seekers.

Academic Prerequisites:

  • Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
  • Science GPA: 3.0 for prerequisite courses
  • 60+ college credits OR associate degree OR bachelor's degree (non-nursing)

Required Science Prerequisites (must be completed before start):

General Biology, Anatomy & Physiology I with lab, Anatomy & Physiology II with lab, Microbiology with lab, Chemistry with lab, and Principles of Nutrition.

General Education Prerequisites (for students without a degree):

Human Growth & Development, Applied Statistics, Psychology, College Algebra, Composition & Literature, Ethics, Introduction to Philosophy, Upper-level English Literature, and Introduction to Leadership.

Application Requirements:

  • Official transcripts from all colleges
  • TEAS exam score: 60% or higher
  • Clear criminal background check

Special Pathway: Foreign-trained physicians (U.S. residents with MD from accredited international medical school within last 10 years) have modified prerequisites—only Human Growth & Development, Nutrition, and Statistics required. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with deadlines 6 weeks prior to each start date.

Yes, St. Thomas University's ABSN program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the gold standard in nursing education accreditation.

NCLEX Success:

STU's nursing program boasts a 100% NCLEX-RN pass rate, demonstrating excellence in preparing students for professional licensure. The curriculum includes a dedicated NCLEX review course in the final semester to ensure graduates are fully prepared.

Licensure Portability:

  • NCLEX-RN is recognized by all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands
  • Florida participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), allowing practice in 40+ compact states
  • State boards of nursing may require additional documentation beyond NCLEX-RN, including criminal background checks, fingerprinting, proof of degree completion, and application fees. Visit www.nursecompact.com for current NLC state listings.

Working is not recommended, especially during the first semester. The hybrid ABSN program is an intensive, full-time commitment requiring approximately 48 hours per week for coursework, labs, simulations, and clinical rotations.

Weekly Time Commitment:

  • Online coursework: 12-15 hours (asynchronous)
  • In-person labs and simulations: 4-8 hours
  • Clinical rotations: 12-24 hours during clinical semesters
  • Study and preparation: 15-20 hours

Why Working is Discouraged:

The accelerated format condenses multiple years of traditional nursing education into 16 months. Clinical schedules require daytime availability at Miami/South Florida facilities, and nursing coursework demands intensive study and critical thinking. If you must work, part-time evening or weekend employment (10-15 hours maximum) may be manageable after completing the first semester. However, academic success and patient safety should remain the top priority.

All clinical rotations, labs, and simulation experiences must be completed in the Miami/South Florida area. Students cannot complete clinical requirements in their home state if they live outside of Florida.

Key Requirements:

  • All 630 clinical hours must be in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach counties
  • Daytime availability required (typically 7am-7pm) throughout South Florida
  • Out-of-state students must relocate to Miami/South Florida for the 16-month program

Partner Healthcare Facilities:

STU's clinical coordinators arrange all placements at leading Miami-based institutions. Students work with experienced registered nurse preceptors in diverse settings: hospital medical-surgical units, ICU, pediatrics, maternal-child health, mental health facilities, and community health centers.

Housing: Students relocating for the program should plan for housing near clinical sites. The faculty-to-student ratio in clinical settings is 1:10.

630 clinical hours are required to complete the program. These hands-on experiences are distributed across multiple nursing courses and take place in diverse healthcare settings throughout Miami and South Florida, including hospitals, health centers, and community care facilities.

Clinical Hours Breakdown:

  • Fundamentals of Nursing: 90 hours
  • Nursing Care of Adults I: 90 hours
  • Mental Health Nursing: 60 hours
  • Maternal Nursing & Family Health: 60 hours
  • Nursing Care of Adults II: 90 hours
  • Pediatric Nursing & Family Health: 60 hours
  • Community & Public Health Nursing: 60 hours
  • Transition to Nursing Practice Practicum: 90 hours
  • Additional lab and simulation hours: 30 hours

All clinical rotations must be completed in the Miami/South Florida area. STU assists students in securing placements at partner facilities including Baptist Health South Florida, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, and other leading medical centers.

St. Thomas University's hybrid Accelerated BSN program can be completed in just 16 months of full-time study. The program consists of 4 semesters (60 credit hours) and is designed for career changers with a non-nursing bachelor's degree or career seekers with 60+ college credits or an associate degree.

Program Structure:

  • Semester 1 (16 weeks): 15 credits – Fundamentals, Health Assessment, Pathophysiology
  • Semester 2 (16 weeks): 14 credits – Adult Nursing I, Mental Health, Pharmacology
  • Semester 3 (8 weeks): 16 credits – Adult Nursing II, Maternal Health, Pediatrics
  • Semester 4 (16 weeks): 15 credits – Leadership, Critical Care, Community Health, NCLEX Review

STU offers two start dates per year, with applications due 6 weeks prior to the program start. This Miami-based program combines online coursework with in-person labs, simulations, and clinical experiences in South Florida healthcare facilities.



Multiple Pathway Access: Unlike many programs that only accept bachelor's degree holders, STU welcomes career changers (non-nursing bachelor's) and career seekers (60+ credits or associate degree).

100% NCLEX Pass Rate: Demonstrates superior preparation and student support compared to national averages.

Ethical Leadership Focus: STU emphasizes ethical decision-making and transformative leadership. Signature courses include Nursing Leadership & Management, Community & Public Health Nursing, and Research, Theory, & Evidence-Based Practice, preparing compassionate, ethical nurse leaders.

Exceptional Student Support: Shared governance model with students on nursing committees, junior-senior mentorship programs, supportive faculty, and dedicated clinical coordinators securing placements at premier facilities.

Premier Clinical Partnerships: Hands-on experience at multiple trauma centers and specialty hospitals.

Miami Advantage: Located in one of America's most diverse metropolitan areas, students care for multicultural patient populations, preparing them for nursing careers anywhere nationwide.

High-Fidelity Simulation: Advanced simulation labs with high-tech mannequins and realistic scenarios allow students to practice critical skills in a safe environment before patient care.

For detailed tuition information and financial aid opportunities, contact STU's admissions office at www.stu.edu or call the admissions team.

Program Investment:

The 16-month program requires 60 credit hours. Tuition varies by academic year and residency status.

Additional Costs to Consider:

  • Textbooks, lab supplies, and clinical equipment
  • Uniforms and equipment (scrubs, stethoscope, BP cuff, watch)
  • TEAS exam, background check, drug screening
  • NCLEX-RN exam fee (~$200)
  • Professional liability insurance, transportation to clinical sites
  • Housing (for out-of-state students relocating to Miami)

Financial Aid Options:

STU offers federal financial aid (FAFSA), federal student loans, institutional scholarships, nursing-specific scholarships, and flexible payment plans.

Return on Investment:

Registered nurses earn a median salary of $81,220 annually (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), with Miami RN salaries often higher due to cost of living and competitive market. BSN-prepared nurses qualify for leadership positions, specialty certifications, and graduate education (MSN, DNP). Complete FAFSA early to maximize aid eligibility.

Graduates with STU's CCNE-accredited ABSN degree and 100% NCLEX pass rate enter the workforce as confident, competent registered nurses prepared for diverse healthcare careers.

Immediate Post-Graduation Opportunities:

  • Hospital Settings: Medical-Surgical, ICU/Critical Care, Emergency Room, Operating Room, Labor & Delivery, Pediatrics, Oncology, Dialysis, Psychiatric/Mental Health
  • Community & Outpatient: Public Health, School Nurse, Home Health, Hospice, Clinic/Urgent Care
  • Leadership Roles: Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Travel Nurse, Case Manager

Salary & Job Outlook:

RN national median salary: $81,220 annually; Medical & Health Services Managers: $104,830 (with experience). Nursing employment projected to grow 6% through 2032 with strong demand in Miami/South Florida. Many prestigious hospitals require or prefer BSN-prepared nurses.

Career Advancement:

STU's BSN provides the foundation for specialty certifications (CCRN, CEN, CPN, OCN), graduate education (MSN for Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Educator), and doctoral programs (DNP or PhD in Nursing).

Career Support: STU provides job and internship opportunities, resume assistance, interview preparation, and alumni networking. Strategic partnerships with Baptist Health South Florida, Cleveland Clinic Florida, and Nicklaus Children's Hospital often lead to employment opportunities for graduates.

Students need reliable computer access and stable internet connection for the online coursework components of the program.

Minimum Technology Requirements:

  • Computer: Windows PC or Mac with updated operating system
  • Internet: High-speed broadband connection (minimum 10 Mbps)
  • Webcam and microphone: For virtual meetings and online exams
  • Software: Microsoft Office or equivalent, updated web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)

Learning Management System:

All coursework is delivered through STU's online learning platform. Students receive login credentials and technical orientation at the start of the program. Technical support is available throughout the program to assist with any technology issues.

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