Bachelor in Accelerated Second Degree BSN

Applications for the Aug 2027 intake are due by Mar 1, 2027. Tuition costs 22,466 USD per year.

The Bachelor in Accelerated Second Degree BSN is for students who already have a degree and want to become nurses. This Bachelor degree takes one year to complete and is taught in English at the University of Central Florida.

The curriculum covers nursing skills, health assessment, and pharmacology. Students gain hands-on experience through clinical training and labs, helping them develop critical thinking and patient care skills.

Graduates can work as Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, or Clinical Nurse Specialists in hospitals, clinics, or nursing homes. They can also work as Nurse Educators or Healthcare Managers, helping to improve patient care and outcomes.

The University of Central Florida in Orlando, established in 1963, is one of the largest universities in the United States, with over 70,000 students and a strong international community of more than 3,100 students. UCF offers a broad array of programmes across more than 230 degree options, encompassing engineering, business, health professions, education, arts and sciences. Its size and diversity provide extensive academic pathways and research opportunities for students at all levels.

UCF is known for applied research, industry collaboration and experiential learning, with dedicated centres and labs that support innovation in areas such as simulation, optics and digital media. Located in a major metropolitan area, the university benefits from proximity to a dynamic regional economy that includes technology firms, hospitality and entertainment industries, and government and defense contractors, creating abundant internship and employment prospects for students.

Campus life at UCF blends a large, vibrant student community with active student organisations, athletics and career services that help international students adapt and succeed. Robust support for internships, co-op placements and entrepreneurship helps students build professional experience while studying. For learners seeking a comprehensive university experience with extensive programme choices and industry links in a globally connected city, UCF offers substantial resources and pathways to career outcomes.