New Jersey ABSN Programs

The Second-Degree Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Seton Hall University is a rigorous, full-time pathway designed for individuals who hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and are ready to transition into a career in nursing. Completed in just 14 months, the program offers a structured, cohort-based experience that combines intensive classroom instruction, state-of-the-art simulation training, and hands-on clinical practice in diverse healthcare settings across New Jersey.

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program at Thomas Edison State University is a full-time, 15-month pathway designed for motivated adults who already hold at least 60 college credits or a non-nursing bachelor’s degree. Offered through the W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions, the program blends online coursework with on-campus simulation labs and in-person clinical experiences across New Jersey. With 60 nursing credits—including three graduate-level courses that can apply toward an MSN—students gain a strong foundation in nursing theory, evidence-based practice, and hands-on care.

The Rutgers–Camden Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program offers a fast-track pathway into the nursing profession for individuals who already hold a non-nursing bachelor’s degree. Designed to be completed in approximately 15 months over four consecutive semesters, the program combines academic coursework with hands-on clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings throughout southern New Jersey and the Delaware Valley.