Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
Prepare for beginning nursing practice and continued professional development.
4 semesters of nursing coursework
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Choose the nursing pathway that fits your goals.
Compare the Associate of Science in Nursing and ASN + BSN Dual Degree pathways before reviewing admissions requirements.
Compare the two pathways
ASN + BSN Dual Degree
Earn both an associate degree and a bachelor's degree in nursing through one pathway.
5 semesters · 2 degrees
View Dual Degree details| Feature | ASN | ASN + BSN Dual Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing sequence | 4 semesters | 5 semesters |
| Degrees earned | Associate degree | Associate + bachelor's degrees |
| NCLEX-RN eligibility | Graduates are eligible to apply | Graduates are eligible to apply |
| Curriculum emphasis | Core nursing skills, clinical practice, licensure preparation | ASN content plus broader study including leadership, public health and research |
| Prerequisites | ASN requirements | Dual Degree requirements |
Program 1
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
The ASN pathway includes four semesters of nursing courses. The curriculum focuses on core nursing skills, clinical practice, preparation for licensure, and continued professional development.
What you will study
Our nursing program prepares students to provide safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. You’ll develop skills in health and wellness, chronic and acute illness, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, patient safety, teamwork, communication, cultural competence, ethics, leadership, and healthcare technology.
After graduation
Graduates are eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN examination required for RN licensure.
Program 2
ASN + BSN Dual Degree
Dual Degree students complete the nursing program in five semesters and graduate with both an associate degree and a bachelor's degree in nursing.
Broader curriculum
The curriculum builds on ASN content with additional education in leadership, public health, research, and advanced clinical skills.
Prerequisites differ
Students should review the BSN Dual Degree curriculum worksheet before applying because prerequisite requirements differ from the ASN pathway.
