Alumni's Quote: "The second bachelor’s class of 2009 brought together a group of people that left to our own devices would have never spent the countless hours together that we did. We come from many places, from many perspectives, many persuasions, but through the endless classes, projects, tests, clinicals and carpools, we discovered that our differences were less a liability than a real resource." Anna Paskausky

Announcement: Changes to 2011 class starting date!

Second Bachelor's Degree Program is a course of study designed for individuals with a non-nursing bachelor's degree who are interested in pursuing professional nursing. This full-time, fast paced program requires significant dedication and commitment as it covers the same curriculum as the traditional program in a more condensed and rigorous format. Our program brings together people from all walks of life with educational and professional experiences from every field. Students with children, from diverse backgrounds between 23-63 are integral members of our class. A one-to-one 270 hour internship with an RN preceptor is offered senior year. Completion of the program prepares the graduate for entry level professional practice, to take the NCLEX licensure exam, and to gain the academic foundation for graduate study in nursing.

Application: The application deadline for the class that starts January 2010 is September 1, 2009 and for the class that starts September 2011 will be April 1st, 2011. THERE WILL BE NO APPLICATION CYCLE IN 2010.  Applicants must have 4 of 6 prerequisite courses completed by April 1st. 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.

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