Students in Accelerated Nursing Program Interprofessional experience

Look ahead to a career as a nurse

Becoming a nurse is just the first step to a world of opportunities. Graduates of the accelerated nursing programs are highly desired for their clinical skills and acumen. They join a strong and respected profession who lead the way to improve care for patients across the care continuum. Every day, University of Rochester graduates are redefining what it means to be a nurse.

Nursing is among the top careers for job placement, security, and growth. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 175,900 openings each year through 2029.

Employers recognize that education makes a difference. More than 88% of employers require or express a strong preference for nurses with a baccalaureate degree.

Nursing ranks as the most trusted profession for 20 years in a row, according to a Gallup Honesty and Ethics Poll.

Paige Steiner, graduate of the 12-Month Accelerated BSN program

"Once I figured out the path I wanted to take to combine my passions of food, nutrition, diabetes, and medicine [I found] that nursing was a really great option. One of the reasons the University of Rochester appealed to me as a returning student who already had a degree and a profession was that we can play off of our strengths and our passions."

Paige Steiner, '21N

“All the trials and tribulations of 2020 serve as a reminder that we’re not alone, we’re resilient, and we’re stronger together. I feel so lucky and grateful to be in the nursing profession, and I couldn’t have done it without the guidance of my amazing instructors at UR.”

Megan Su '20N
COVID-19 Case Investigator, California

Accelerated Nursing Program Students with iPads

"Nursing just seemed to offer them both a bit of everything, yet differently, for what they were looking for in life. They can take their career to any level they want. They can advance their careers to teach, research, or practice. Nursing is ever-evolving."

Lisa McFadden, '21N

“Many of our family members are in nursing careers. Like them and like Shanae, I enjoy helping people. I am so glad to be part of the School of Nursing. Being here has underscored how much I love learning and helping others to get to a healthy place. ”

Ranae McKenzie, '21N

Accelerated Nursing program student with whiteboard in Student Lounge

"One thing about nursing, that makes me know it's the path for me, is the privilege of helping someone in the most intimate time of their life, ... to be able to be there for someone, and to help them along in that path, it's a blessing, and it's something that I won't give up for anything."

Kyle Kameika, '19N

Success Stories

Since 2002, the University of Rochester has offered an accelerated path for bachelor's-prepared students to join the nursing profession. In the last 20 years, nearly 4,000 graduates have joined the nursing workforce. We are proud of where our dedicated students have taken their nursing careers.