Study Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) at Loyola University of Chicago in the USA, Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing
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Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)

USA

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What will I learn?

If you already have a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, our accelerated nursing program track in Chicago can speed up your path to a BSN. It’s the perfect way for students from a non-nursing background to accelerate their entry into a nursing career in 16 months. An accelerated BSN program track makes it possible for students who meet admissions requirements, including a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 16 months. Depending on their previous degree, students may have earned more credits toward fulfilling prerequisite course requirements. The curriculum requires a significant amount of time and energy to keep pace and involves three integrated learning experiences

Which department am I in?

Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing

Study options

Full Time (16 Months)

Tuition fees
US$51,810.00 per year
Orientation Fee-370.00
Start date

January 2027

Venue

Lake Shore Campus

1032 W. Sheridan Road,

Chicago,

Illinois,

60660, Midwest, United States

Full Time (16 Months)

Tuition fees
US$51,810.00 per year
Orientation Fee-370.00
Start date

August 2027

Venue

Stritch School of Medicine

2160 South First Avenue,

Maywood,

Illinois,

60153, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students must have the following:

  • A BA or BS degree from an accredited institution
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Earn a grade of “C” or better in each science course
  • Earn a grade of “C-” or better in each non-science course
  • Complete each science course within 7 years of entering the program
  • Prerequisite courses must be from regionally accredited institutions

Also students must have the following scores,

  • A minimum score of 79 is required for the TOEFL
  • A minimum score of 6.5 for IELTS

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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