Nursing

Our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Hybrid (ABSN-H) program is designed for individuals who have completed a bachelor's degree in a subject other than in nursing. This rapid-paced program allows graduates to take the NCLEX-RN and begin working as registered nurses in just one year.

This program's hybrid component allows students to work alongside other nursing students and faculty. Our curriculum is carefully crafted to help you understand, apply, and retain the didactic and clinical information you need for success in this field.

In addition, you'll benefit from a hybrid schedule that incorporates both online and on-campus learning opportunities and our state-of-the-art lab. We'll also give you access to community and agency-based clinical experiences, as well as the latest in professional simulation programs.

For our nursing program, we maintain high academic standards. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 for a science degree and 3.2 for a non-science degree. Applicants who have been enrolled and were unsuccessful in a previous nursing program will not be considered for admission.   

Complete 4 prerequisite science courses and 10 core courses before the program starts. 

Upon successful completion of the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Hybrid (ABSN-H) program, a Nursing Education Verification (NEV) statement will be sent to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Graduates will be eligible in any of the U.S. States for the National Council Licensure Examination [for] Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This 1-year program prepares students for postsecondary success and a return on their education investment. Graduates are expected to have annual loan payments averaging no more than 8% of their total income or 20% of their discretionary income. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Median Entry-Level Pay for Registered Nurses in the U.S. is $86,070 per year, $41.38 per hour. Sign-on bonus offers vary for each employer, ranging between $1,000-$10,000 (or more) in exchange for an agreement to work for a set time period (3-5 years). Employment of Registered Nurses is projected to grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

Prerequisite Science Courses (16 cr.,  B grade or higher) 

• Anatomy & Physiology I + lab (4)
• Anatomy & Physiology II + lab (4)
• Microbiology + lab (4)
• Chemistry + lab (4)

Prerequisite Core Courses (30 cr., B- grade or higher)

• Normal Nutrition (3) (Instructor to be a Registered Dietitian)
• Oral Communication (3) 
• English Literature (3) 
• English Composition (3) 
• History (3) 
• Theology (3)
• Introduction to Psychology (3) 
• Developmental Psychology (3) (Across the Lifespan) 
• Introduction to Sociology (3) 
• Statistics (3)

For more information on admission criteria, please contact Christine Stevens, Director of Graduate Admission at (570) 208-5991 or christinestevens@kings.edu.

• ABSN-H program flatsheet
• ABSN-H program Student Handbook

Applicants are considered on an on-going basis. In addition to successful completion of course work, the following are required for admission:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00
• Official transcripts from previously attended accredited schools, colleges, or universities
• Evidence of RN licensure
• Health physical, immunizations, vaccines, urine drug screen, and background checks
• RN to B.S. in nursing candidates must pass the TOEFL exam with a 90% or better if English is not their native language. The passing score on the TOEFL will vary depending on the type of exam you take (internet based, computer based, or paper and pencil). TOEFL scores must be submitted within the application deadline. If you have a bachelor's degree from a U.S. college or university, you do not need to take the TOEFL.

• RN to B.S. in Nursing program information flatsheet
• RN to B.S. in Nursing Second Degree program information flatsheet
• RN to B.S. in Nursing Student Handbook