AccBSN Program

The Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing meets the standards for and has been approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, leading to a California Registered Nurse (RN) license. Students who wish to practice in a state other than California may or may not have additional requirements to complete prior to applying for the RN license. Mount Saint Mary’s University is in the process of researching program professional licensure standards in other states. Contact Marie Seitz at mseitz@msmu.edu to discuss additional requirements that may be needed to obtain an RN license in a state outside of California.

AccBSN Application Procedure 

AccBSN applicants must submit the following documents:

• Completed admissions application
• Personal statement of intent
• Official transcripts of all college work
• Two recommendations by those acquainted with the applicant's ability to succeed in an accelerated curriculum.
• Personal interviews may be scheduled.
• Complete the ABSN Math Test with a score of 100%. Remediation through the MSMU Learning Resource Center (LRC) will be required for those students who have been accepted into the ABSN option but did not score 100% on the math exam.

AccBSN Program Admission Requirements

The AccBSN program is open to persons who have previously completed a Baccalaureate degree and who meet specific admission requirements. Admission to the program is open twice a year. Please see the website for specific deadlines.

To be considered for admission, students must be graduates of an accredited four-year college or university with an earned cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0.

AccBSN Entrance Requirements

Before admitted students begin the program, they must:

• Complete the necessary health forms and immunizations (See Health Policies, Department of Nursing.).
• Be current in CPR (Healthcare Provider BCLS/Professional Rescuer CPR).
• Carry malpractice insurance.
• Complete a First Aid Course.
• Submit a successful completion of a Criminal Background check as outlined in clinical policies
• Drug Screening
• Have achieved a score of 100% on the ABSN math test. Remediation through the MSMU Learning Resource Center (LRC) will be required for those students who have been accepted into the ABSN option but did not score 100% on the math exam.

LVN to RN Non-Matriculation Option (26 unit option)

See option under the Traditional BSN option.

Transfer Articulation for the Accelerated Bachelor of Science – Major in Nursing

Mount Saint Mary's University accepts completed Baccalaureate degrees from accredited colleges and universities as evidence of fulfillment of MSMU General Education requirements with the exception of philosophy and religious studies. To fulfill these requirements, students must complete two courses in each discipline.

Costs/Financial Aid/Registration

Tuition for the AccBSN program is the same as the standard Mount Saint Mary’s University undergraduate tuition and fees for three semesters. There is a nursing fee for each of the three accelerated sessions. Please refer to the Fees and Expenses for exact figures and guidelines.

While AccBSN students are not eligible for Mount Saint Mary's grants or scholarships, students may be eligible for federal, state, or private grants or loans. In order to qualify, students must send the FAFSA forms to the processor no later than January 15. Information on financial aid eligibility will be sent prior to the deposit deadline. A non-refundable deposit fee of $400.00 is due on the date specified in the acceptance letter.

Nursing Pre-requisite Requirements (starting Summer 2016)

An eligible applicant entering the ABSN option Fall 2015 or thereafter, must have also completed the following requirements prior to beginning the program:

Nursing Pre-requisite Requirements:

*Must have been completed within five years prior to admission

General Education Requirements

AccBSN Degree Curriculum Requirements for Students Entering Fall 2015 and thereafter

The AccBSN program requires 127 units which includes 60 Nursing department units and 3 units of upper division Bioethics. Admitted students must complete their total curriculum plan at Mount Saint Mary’s University. They may not take required nursing courses at other institutions. A sample program is listed below.