Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Accelerated Second Bachelor

A 15-month program designed for individuals who want to pursue a career in nursing and already have a bachelor's or higher degree in a non-nursing major. Wilson School of Nursing is pleased to offer an innovative approach to nursing education called ACCEL-RN, an accelerated second-degree prelicensure BSN program. Building on previous learning and work experience, ACCEL-RN transitions individuals with non-nursing baccalaureate degrees to the discipline of nursing. Students are selected in the spring through a competitive selection process. This program will admit students in the summer semester through a competitive selection process, and courses begin full-time in the Summer I semester, continuing full time in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Graduates of this program are prepared to take the licensure examination (NCLEX) to become a registered nurse.

The undergraduate curriculum includes general education courses which provide a foundation for understanding physiological, psychosocial, political and economic factors that may affect a person’s health status. Nursing courses prepare the BSN graduate to provide holistic nursing care in a variety of complex environments in order to enhance the optimal health of individuals, families, groups, and communities.

International freshman applicants must meet the following admission criteria: The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Accelerated Track is designed for students with a non-nursing Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. The HESI A2 assessment is required. Minimum scores for consideration are: 80% or Higher on Math score 80% or Higher on English Language Composite Score Must include Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary & Knowledge You must have, or be qualified for, fall admission to Midwestern State University. Complete information regarding University application deadlines and requirements can be found on the MSU Admissions webpage. This does not guarantee admission to the BSN program. Students must complete the prerequisite courses prior to beginning the nursing program. Students may apply to the program while enrolled in prerequisite courses. If one or more prerequisite courses are in process, the student may be offered conditional admission. Admission is contingent upon satisfactorily completing all the prerequisite courses and maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.50 on the 11 prerequisite courses (in bold) prior to enrolling in the program. Diploma with equivalent curriculum to that of a U.S. high school. Official Transcripts must be received from all institutions in which the student has previously enrolled (high school and each college or university). 3.00 - 4.0 GPA TOEFL (Paper-based) - 550 TOEFL (Computer-based) - 213 TOEFL (Internet-based) - 79 (Writing - 20, Speaking - 20, Reading - 19, Listening - 20) IELTS - 6.0 ITEP - 4.0 Duolingo - 100