Accelerated Master's in Nursing Program

Note: We are not currently accepting applications to the Accelerated Master's in Nursing program beyond the Summer 2025 entry term.

The Accelerated Master's in Nursing Program empowers bright and motivated students to become master's-prepared nurse practitioners at a nationally-ranked university in upstate New York. College graduates may build on their previous healthcare experience to pursue a new career in nursing and specialize as nurse practitioners on a much shorter timeline.

Overview

Upon acceptance to the program, Accelerated Master's in Nursing students gain admission to both the 12-Month Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing (ABSN) program and the Master's Nurse Practitioner program in their chosen clinical specialty. Students will first earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing in 12 months through the Accelerated Bachelor's program. Upon completion, they will sit for the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain RN licensure and continue on to their master's degree.

For most students, we recommend applying only to the 12-Month ABSN to earn a bachelor's degree with a major in nursing in 12 months. This allows students to gain insight into each clinical specialty before deciding which specialty to pursue at the master's level. It also offers students a deep dive into the nursing profession and the healthcare industry through rigorous clinical experiences at the University of Rochester Medical Center.

For admission to the Accelerated Master's in Nursing programs, students must have earned a previous bachelor’s degree in a discipline other than nursing with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Because admission to this program is highly competitive and there are limited slots available, prior professional or volunteer healthcare experience relevant to the chosen nurse practitioner specialty is required.

Students may apply to begin the program in the spring or summer semesters with successful completion of prerequisite course requirements.

If you're unsure of which program or specialty you should pursue, we encourage you to attend an upcoming event or contact an Admissions Counselor to discuss your options.