Creighton University College of Nursing offers one of the most successful and longest-running accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs in the nation. Ranking as a top 30 program by U.S. News & World Report, we’ve been providing quality accelerated nursing education for over 45 years with proven high NCLEX pass rates consistently exceeding the national average.
Fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), our program recognizes and builds on your past education and experiences. Our full-time program allows students who have at least a bachelor’s degree in another discipline to earn a BSN degree in just 12 months compared with the traditional 4-year program. This program is offered in Omaha and Phoenix.
The program consists of five eight-week terms, one two- week term and one three-week term. Courses are led by our dedicated faculty who create and share new knowledge to advance the discipline of nursing through teaching, service, research and professional practice.
You’ll learn:
Months to complete the program
Start date options for Omaha and Phoenix: January and August
All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the start of the program.
See the details related to your specific campus below:
Any course work taken at an accredited institution outside of the United States must be evaluated course-by-course by a NACES approved credentialing agency. Official evaluations must be sent directly from the agency to NursingCAS.
English Language Proficiency is an important part of the application process for those whose first language is not English. The College of Nursing has the discretion to determine individual standards for how this requirement will be met using one or more of the following:
The College of Nursing reserves the right to require students to re-take the exam. It is also at the discretion of the College of Nursing as to whether an English Language Proficiency exam is required of applicants who have earned a college degree from a university in the United States or another approved country.
OPT Disclaimer for Accelerated Nursing Students:
Optional Practical Training (OPT) permits international students to receive full-time employment in their field of study upon completion of a degree program. If eligible, United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) can grant F1 visa holders up to 12 months of OPT for each higher degree level they obtain.
Many students entering Creighton’s Accelerated Nursing Program have already utilized their bachelor’s level 12 month OPT opportunity. This means they will not be eligible for another OPT opportunity after completion of the Accelerated Nursing Program; even if it’s an entirely different field of study. Please be mindful of this as you make plans during your 60-day grace period, after completion of your degree. If you have questions about your options, please email globalengagement@creighton.edu
Each start term has a priority deadline and a secondary deadline. Admissions decisions will be made on a rolling basis until each deadline. Please check the chart for details.
If you have any questions about dates, deadlines, or application materials, please contact an admissions advisor for personalized assistance.
The Seamless Transition to Graduate Education Pathway offers a tailor-made progression for recent BSN graduates from Creighton's College of Nursing aiming for a terminal degree in Advanced Nursing Practice or as a Nurse Educator. Building upon the strong foundation laid by Creighton's BSN program, students are well-prepared with the crucial knowledge and skills to thrive in their graduate studies. Recognizing the excellence of our BSN programs, we ensure a smooth transition to graduate education by crediting the successful completion of specific courses.
The program accommodates the diverse needs of students by offering a choice among various DNP or MSN Programs of Study. Whether opting for part-time or full-time enrollment, students can tailor their educational coursework to align with their professional goals and personal commitments. This approach ensures a flexible and enriching experience, allowing graduates to thrive as they embark on their advanced nursing education.
We prepare you for choices in your career covering six specialties with over 900 clinical hours:
Tuition rates change in the fall of each year. View cost of attendance.
To help make your studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance. We also encourage you to apply for available scholarships.
This is the first step to establishing eligibility for all federal and state student aid programs.
Throughout your program at Creighton, you will need to file two FAFSAs and accept your financial aid offer two times. FAFSAs for the upcoming year open in October. If needed, you may also complete private/alternative loan applications, outlined below.
The Federal Nursing Loan has a fixed interest rate of 5% with no loan origination fees. The Federal Nursing Loan does not accrue interest while in school nor during the nine-month grace period before repayment begins.
Disbursement of funds is five days prior to the start of each semester.
Still have questions? Email or call a friendly financial specialist at 402.280.2731.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Creighton University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
Nurses are in high demand. With a BSN, you’ll have myriad career opportunities. And, you’ll be job-ready as our program has a 5-year average of 93% pass rate for NCLEX, the exam to earn your RN license. Bureau of Labor Statistics' research projects a 9% increase in nursing positions through 2030—nearly 200,000 job openings per year. Only 3 out of 5 nurses work in hospitals. They work in schools, home health agencies, mental health settings, long-term care facilities, community health, government and social service agencies, and research.
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Omaha, NE 68178
Email: nursing@creighton.edu
Phone: 402.280.2000 or 800.544.5071
Fax: 402.280.2045
Graduates who complete Creighton University College of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing meet eligibility requirements to take the National Council Licensure Exam-RN (NCLEX-RN). All 50 states, and U.S. state territories, require the candidate to take the NCLEX-RN prior to practicing as an RN.
Graduates who complete Creighton University College of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing curriculum meet requirements for all 50 states.
Creighton University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Program in Nebraska has been approved by the Nebraska State Board of Nursing, DHHS Licensure Unit, PO Box 94986, Lincoln NE, 68509-4986
Creighton University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Program in Arizona has been approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, 1740 W Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85007 and the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education, 1740 W Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007.