Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Accelerated BSN program runs year-long and through traditional academic breaks to prepare students to sit for licensing exams in just 12 months. Individuals who are finishing a degree or already hold a degree in a different field and who have satisfied all program prerequisites are eligible to apply.

As an Accelerated BSN student, you will work under the supervision of clinical experts each semester to provide hands-on care to individuals, families, or communities and participate in interactive simulations using state-of-the-art technology.

This program cultivates nurse leaders who are prepared to hit the ground running. Our graduates manage hospitals, deliver babies, organize disaster relief efforts, conduct health education seminars, serve in the military, and conduct research.

We are a thriving, top-ranked college in Madison, Wisconsin—one of the most fantastic cities in the country. We think boldly and act confidently, not only as engineers, but as engaged citizens. As an engineering community, we value unique perspectives, we foster respect and inclusivity, and we work together to bring new ideas to life. Building on a heritage of impact, we develop the leaders, knowledge and technologies that improve lives now and create a better future. Underlying all of our efforts is the strength of one of the top research universities in the world.

Our engineering disciplines reflect not only our history, but also a tremendous opportunity: Where others see obstacles, we see the potential for innovation and an ability to make a difference with solutions that matter.

Our faculty have strong support structures for collaborating across disciplinary boundaries—and as a result, they accomplish great things. Our college plays a major role in UW-Madison’s consistently high national ranking for research expenditures, as well as the number of patents filed through the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), one of the oldest university technology-transfer offices in the nation. We are key drivers of economic and social progress: Through Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, and other endeavors such as spin-off companies and work directly with industry partners, the fruits of our research extend into businesses and industries worldwide.