The Accelerated Nursing Program is for people who have completed a bachelor's degree and wish to obtain a bachelor of science degree in nursing. With this degree, you'll learn to provide high-quality care as a professional nurse. You'll be prepared to work in a variety of settings, helping people with complex medical issues. Classes and labs will be held on campus at Northern, while clinicals will be completed in Aberdeen at Sanford Hospital, Avera St. Luke's, or surrounding community hospitals. Selected intensive experiences will take place in other South Dakota communities.

Program Timeline

• March        Application period opens
• June 1       Priority deadline
• July           Qualified candidate interviews
• August      Decision period
• January     Program begins