Muskingum’s ABSN Program is a cohort-based program that begins each fall. Applications are accepted year-round, and students are encouraged to apply early to secure a spot in the upcoming cohort. To be considered for fall admission to the ABSN program, applications must be submitted by June 30.

The program follows a hybrid format:

• Online coursework and in-person coursework
• In-person classes and labs on campus in New Concord, Ohio
• Clinical rotations with partner healthcare sites

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field with a minimum 2.7 GPA. Transfer coursework may be evaluated for GPA and credit toward prerequisites.

No. The Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program is designed for students who hold a bachelor’s degree in another discipline and are not licensed RNs. If you are already an RN, you may be eligible for Muskingum’s RN-to-BSN program.

To be eligible for Muskingum University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, the following prerequisite courses must be completed before starting the program. Science coursework should be completed within the past 10 years.

 Required Prerequisite Courses:

• Anatomy and Physiology I with lab (4 credit hours)*
• Anatomy and Physiology II with lab (4 credit hours) *
• Microbiology with lab (4 credit hours) *
• General Chemistry with lab (4 credit hours) *
• Nutrition (3 credit hours) *
• Statistics (3 credit hours)

 *Courses must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” or better. Transfer credit will be considered for all courses listed.

Not sure which courses you’ve already completed? Start with a FREE transcript evaluation. Our admissions team will review your previous coursework and clearly identify:

• Which prerequisites you’ve already met
• What (if anything) remains to be completed
• The fastest path to being ABSN-ready

You may complete prerequisite courses at any regionally accredited institution, but for convenience and continuity, all Muskingum prerequisite courses are offered 100% online—making it easy to stay on track and prepare for program entry.

Important: All prerequisites must be completed before you begin the ABSN cohort.

Prerequisites may be completed at Muskingum University (many available online) or any accredited college. Always confirm transferability with the Registrar’s Office before enrolling elsewhere.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted by June 30, 2026, for fall 2026 enrollment. Applicants must provide official transcripts in the online application.

Apply online here.

The Accelerated BSN program is a full-time, lockstep program completed in 15 months (4 consecutive semesters) starting each fall.

The ABSN program requires 68 credit hours beyond prerequisite coursework.

Students typically complete 15–18 credit hours per semester, including online coursework, labs, and clinical rotations.

No. The Accelerated BSN is a full-time, intensive program and cannot be completed on a part-time basis.

In-person classes and labs are held on Muskingum’s campus in New Concord, Ohio. Online coursework takes place on Canvas, our online learning platform.

Clinical rotations are held in New Concord and surrounding areas such as Zanesville, Cambridge, and Newark. Pediatric rotations take place at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus.

Due to the program’s intensity, full-time work is discouraged. Some students manage limited part-time hours, but this should be discussed with your advisor.

Muskingum University is committed to making your nursing education high-quality, accessible, and affordable. Tuition for the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program is $515 per credit hour, plus fees for labs and assessments.

To help reduce your total cost, ABSN students may have access to:

• FREE textbooks (all required textbooks are provided at no cost)
• Choose Ohio First Scholarship (for eligible students)
• Scholarships (if available) and grants, which do not need to be repaid
• Federal financial aid, depending on how much federal aid you used during your first bachelor’s degree (FAFSA required)

Combined with strong earning potential for registered nurses in Ohio, the ABSN program is an affordable investment in a high-demand, well-paying career.

Talk with a financial aid advisor to review your options and plan your most affordable path to enrollment.

ABSN students have access to:

• Free textbooks
• Scholarships and grants (including Choose Ohio First Scholarship and WORC Grant)
• Federal financial aid
• Employer tuition support (where applicable)
• Tuition discounts through academic and corporate partnerships
• Full faculty/advising support and simulation lab resources

Yes. Muskingum University’s nursing programs are:

• Approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing
• Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Muskingum University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org)