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Accelerated Nursing Programs

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UR Nurse

The 12-Month Accelerated Bachelor's (ABSN) and Accelerated Master's Programs are designed for students who already have a bachelor’s degree and want to accelerate their path to nursing. Earn a fully-accredited bachelor's or master's degree from one of the best nursing schools in the country.

#1 Nursing School in Upstate NY

ACCELERATED PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

  • Three cohorts a year help accelerate your career change: Start the program in January, May, or September

  • Robust scholarships & financial aid available, including full tuition coverage for the 12-Month accelerated program with a three-year work commitment at select UR Medicine hospitals.*

  • Choose from accelerated bachelor's or master's programs, and progress to our nationally-ranked nurse practitioner programs
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Confident. Proud. Determined. A clinical group of accelerated students tour the helipad at Strong Memorial Hospital.

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ACTIVELY PRACTICING FACULTY

UR Nursing faculty maintain an active practice in clinical settings across the region and are leaders in their field.

No. 21

BEST MASTER'S PROGRAMS

UR Nursing ranks among the nation’s best master’s nursing programs at No. 21, according to U.S. News and World Report.

No. 27

BEST DNP PROGRAM

UR Nursing ranks among the nation’s best Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at No. 27, according to U.S. News and World Report.

ABSN PROGRAM

Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing

The Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing Program is designed for students who already have a bachelor’s degree and want to accelerate their path to nursing. Complete the full-time accelerated program in Rochester, New York to pass the NCLEX exam, earn a fully-accredited nursing degree, and practice as an RN. Graduates of this program are highly desired for their clinical skills and acumen, and often go on to earn their master's and doctoral degree to become leaders in the nursing profession.

NURSE PRACTITIONER PROGRAMS

Accelerated Master's in Nursing

The Accelerated Master's in Nursing Programs are designed for students who already have a bachelor's degree in a field other than nursing and have some health care experience. Students earn a bachelor's degree in 12 months and then pursue a master's degree in one of the nationally-ranked nurse practitioner specialties.

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I chose the University of Rochester because I wanted to combine my passions of food, nutrition, diabetes, and medicine. Nursing at the University of Rochester was a really great option. We can play off our strengths and passions. You can have a previous degree and just rock and roll straight through it. A big appeal was its partnership with Strong Hospital. It opened up the door for a really powerful clinical experience.

Paige Steiner, '21N

Pediatric ICU Nurse, University of Missouri

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Quotation Mark

I chose the University of Rochester because I wanted to combine my passions of food, nutrition, diabetes, and medicine. Nursing at the University of Rochester was a really great option. We can play off our strengths and passions. You can have a previous degree and just rock and roll straight through it. A big appeal was its partnership with Strong Hospital. It opened up the door for a really powerful clinical experience.

Paige Steiner, '21N

Pediatric ICU Nurse, University of Missouri

VIDEO

What sets us apart?

The University of Rochester is committed to using a student-centric approach with patient-centered outcomes.
A Built-In Support System

A Built-In Support System

Connect with a network of peers and faculty at every stage of your journey with UR Nursing's Center for Academic & Professional Success.

A Dynamic Learning Environment

A Dynamic Learning Environment

Become practice-ready in a low-stakes, yet high-impact learning environment, featuring state-of-the-art simulation, virtual reality, and experiential learning spaces.

A Commitment to Quality Care

A Commitment to Quality Care

Learn to solve complex problems and make quick, safe decisions for future patients. As an Apple Distinguished School, we go beyond a traditional lecture-based classroom to prepare our students to pass the NCLEX.

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