The Second Bachelor’s Track is a course of study designed for individuals with a non-nursing Bachelors degree who are interested in pursuing professional nursing. This is an outstanding full time fast paced program that requires significant dedication and commitment. Students spend 4-5 days per week in the classroom and in clinical sites.

Application: Application deadline for the class that starts January 2009 is September 1st of 2008. The applicant is responsible for verifying that the School of Nursing office has received all application materials. For more information see Admission requirements

Financial aid: Second Bachelor's Degree students are eligible for financial aid. For more information, contact the UMass Financial Aid Office.

Degree earned: Completion of the program prepares the graduate for entry level professional practice, to take the NCLEX® licensure exam and to gain the academic fouondation for graduate study in nursing. Students who satisfactorily complete the 59 residence credits will be awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Nursing.

For Additional Information: Please contact Academic Services, School of Nursing via e-mail at 2nddegree@nursing.umass.edu.