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Accelerated BSN Program

Program Benefits

The Accelerated BSN program can be completed in 16 months of full time study and admits students in fall and spring.

Graduates of the Accelerated BSN program earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and are prepared to take the NCLEX exam to obtain the registered nurse licensure. As a bachelor prepared nurse, you will be equipped to work in a variety of health care settings, including hospitals, community agencies, health clinics, long term care facilities and private practices. Special focus is given to leadership, care coordination and communication skills.


Admission Requirements


The preferred minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) should be a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Students must earn a minimum grade of "C" in prerequisite courses. Course work may be in progress at the time of application, but must be completed by the initial date of enrollment.

The SAT Reasoning Test (SAT) or ACT Test is required for the Accelerated BSN program.  Preferred applicants should have a combined score of 1000 on the SAT or an ACT score of 22.  Applicants who have not taken the SAT must register online at www.collegeboard.com.  You should receive your official scores within three to four weeks of taking the test.

Applicants should also submit official transcripts, three (3) satisfactory reference forms included with the application, a one (1) page essay and a resumé. It is highly suggested that applicants have volunteer or work experience in a health care setting.


Prerequisites

Prerequisites for Students WITHOUT a Previously Earned
Bachelor's Degree

(Equivalencies at Trident Techinical College and College of Charleston)

Prerequisite Courses
Semester Hours
English Composition/Literature
6 sh
Lifespan Human Growth and Development
3 sh
Human Anatomy
4 sh
Human Physiology
4 sh
Microbiology
4 sh
Statistics
3 sh
Science elective
4 sh
Social Science and Humanities electives
15 sh
General electives
17 sh
Total:
60 sh

Prerequisites for Students WITH a Previously Earned
Bachelor's Degree
(Equivalencies at Trident Technical College and College of Charleston)

Prerequisite Courses
Semester Hours
Lifespan Human Growth and Development
3 sh
Human Anatomy
4 sh
Human Physiology
4 sh
Microbiology
4 sh
Statistics
3 sh
Science elective
4 sh
Total:
22 sh

Accelerated BSN Program Plan of Study

Semester I
NURSU315Health Assessment*4 sh(3,0,1)
NURSU382Principles of Pathophysiology

3 sh

(3,0,0)

NURSU385

Professional Nursing and Nursing Practice

3 sh(3,0,0)
NURSU386Adult Health I & Fundamentals*

6 sh

(3,0,3)

Semester II
NURSU341Nursing Pharmacology3 sh(3,0,0)
NURSU 380Nursing Research in Practice3 sh(3,0,0)
NURSU 388Adult Health II*6 sh(3,0,3)
NURSU387

Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing*

5 sh

(3,0,2)

Semester III
NURSU405Nursing Care with Children and Their Families*

5 sh

(3,0,2)

NURSU409Population Focused Nursing*

5 sh

(3,0,2)

NURSU 417Women's Health*

5 sh

(3,0,2)

Semester IV
NURSU372Health Care Systems and Policy3 sh

(3,0,0) 

NURSU376Leadership and Management in Nursing3 sh(3,0,0)
NURSU481Nursing Knowledge: Synthesis Practicum*7 sh(2,0,5)
Total prerequisite course work with baccalaureate22 sh
Total course hours transferred with baccalaureate38 sh
Total prerequisite course work without baccalaureate60 sh
Total undergraduate course work61 sh
Total

121 sh





All students enrolled in clinical courses are required to submit proof of CPR certification covering the human lifespan - infant to adult. All students are also required to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine prior to enrollment in clinical course.

*Clinical component
Semester hour breakdown: 1:1 (Didactic), 2:1 (Seminar), 3:1 (Clinical/lab)


Application Deadlines

Fall

Regular Admission: February 1

Priority Admission: November 15

Spring

Regular Admission: September 15

Priority Admission: August 15

Students are notified of their acceptance status approximately 1 month after the application deadline.

Information about the Priority Admission requirements can be found at this link: Priority Admission Requirements for Accelerated BSN Program.


Application Process


The Medical University of South Carolina offers applicants an admission process that is timely and easy to understand. Applications are available online only. You may apply online by going to
 Enrollment Services and clicking on the sidebar marked "On-line application." All forms originate from the Office of Enrollment Management. The telephone number is 843-792-8721. A nursing admissions specialist is available to answer questions from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

The online University Application is available several months before the application deadline. Applicants are encouraged to file early to expedite processing.

The application is to be supported with:
  • official transcripts of all collegiate course work completed
  • 3 reference forms included with the application
  • 1 page essay
  • resumé
  • official SAT or ACT test scores

Criminal Background Check

Upon matriculation, all College of Nursing students will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Technology

The MUSC College of Nursing is committed to increasing the use of technology in nursing education. The campus program utilizes various forms of online education including web enhanced classes, chats and discussion groups. To enhance your educational experience, the College of Nursing offers orientation and assistance in the use of technology and online education. For information regarding technology requirement, please visit Nursing Technology Center.

Accreditation

The College of Nursing Undergraduate and Graduate programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The Undergraduate program is approved by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, Board of Nursing.

For more information, please contact:

Felicia J. Wright, MBA Bio Icon
Nursing Outreach Coordinator
Office of Student Services
College of Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina
99 Jonathan Lucas Street
MSC 160
Charleston, SC 29425

Telephone: (843) 792-4622
Email: wrightfe@musc.edu

PLEASE NOTE: Students who have a previous conviction for a felony may not be allowed to sit for the State Board of Nursing exam (NCLEX) even if they complete the degree in nursing, depending on the nature of the offense. Contact the South Carolina Board of Nursing for additional information prior to application to the Medical University of South Carolina College of Nursing.

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