The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing is specifically designed for someone with an existing baccalaureate degree in another field who has the desire to pursue a career in nursing.  The program provides the classroom and clinical education in an accelerated  format to prepare graduates for the challenges of complex and changing health-care systems. Classes are held at Ohio University Southern, with clinical training taking place at hospitals and clinics in the WV, OH, and KY Tri-State area.

After completing the six required semesters of nursing courses, graduates are eligible to sit for the licensing exam to practice as a Registered Nursing (RN).

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an advising appointment, please call Chelsea Harris (740) 533-4633 or email harrisc2@ohio.edu

To be included in the selections process for the Accelerated BSN Program, all of the following must be in your file prior to the 2/1/14 deadline. Nursing  courses begin Summer 2014. Disclaimer: Completion of all of the above does not ensure you will be accepted.      Program admission is a selective process. Candidates will be informed in writing of program acceptance no later than 4/1/14.

The Nursing Education and Retraining for Success Scholarship (NEARS)
The NEARS Scholarship provides tuition funding and additional support to help students pursue education that will advance their nursing career. NEARS is for Appalachian residents who have some post-secondary education that helps them to enter a defined nursing career pathway through one of the eligible programs. NEARS was created for those who are pursuing a nursing career or upgrading credentials in the career pathway, by helping those who have been unemployed, underemployed or unable to find employment as an LPN or RN advance their education. Veterans and their eligible spouses will be given full consideration. For more information, visit the NEARS site: is http://www.ohio.edu/nears

You must have a baccalaureate degree in another field.

Complete a nursing application in the Nursing Department. It is important that you do this so we know which nursing program you are applying for.

Complete  an application to Ohio University Southern with Pre-Nursing as your major. Use code ND1220.

An ACT is not required.

Submit all of your official transcripts (in sealed envelopes) from all schools you have attended, including College, Vocational/Technical Programs, and High School/GED.

You need to have at least a 2.75 GPA .

Complete an essay explaining your educational and career goals (one page; typed). This is your opportunity to tell the selection committee why you should be chosen for the program. Submit your essay to the nursing department.

You are required  to have an algebra, biology and chemistry course with a “C” or better. This can be from high school or college.

You will also have to take the HESI A2 Nursing Admissions Exam. You must achieve a score of at least a 75% in English, a 75% percent in Math and an overall composite of a 75%. You will also be required to test in the areas of Biology and Chemistry. You can schedule this exam in the learning center by calling 740-533-4596. Test codes and study guides for this test are available for purchase in the bookstore. This test will be taken during semester one.

Applicants are required to pass an FBI & BCI fingerprint report (criminal background check) which will be completed after you have been selected into the program.

Accelerated BSN Curriculum Plan-Southern
The Ohio University Southern Accelerated BSN program is designed for individuals who already hold a Bachelor’s degree and want to pursue a nursing education.

The following courses must be taken prior to starting the nursing courses:

Summer 2014

Fall 2014

Spring 2015

Summer 2015

Fall 2015

Spring 2016

Summary Non-Nursing: 54 cr.                    Summary Nursing: 77 cr.               Total: 131 cr.