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Get On The Fast Path To Earning Your BSN

  • Time to Complete: 18 Months Full-Time*
  • Primary Class Mode: On Campus
  • Start Times: 4x/year
  • Best Next Step If: You have a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field
  • Offered at the Cincinnati, Nashville, and Tampa Bay campuses

You have a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field and aspire to transition into a career in nursing. You also want to complete your degree as quickly as possible.

The Fast Path for Galen College of Nursing’s BSN program helps you gain the knowledge and experience to confidently sit for the NCLEX-RN® in as few as 18 months. This pathway focuses exclusively on professional nursing courses, as you will have already completed your general education and prerequisite coursework needed for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Expedite your career in nursing. We offer four start times every year. Start now.

*Based on a comprehensive transcript review with the Galen enrollment team.

  • Take advantage of your previously earned bachelor’s degree
  • Receive a bachelor’s degree in nursing fast
  • Become a registered nurse
  • Position yourself to work in a variety of healthcare settings
  • Be considered for career advancement
  • Prepare yourself to earn a graduate degree in the future

Find Your Galen Campus

Explore the BSN Program Fast Path option at any one of these Galen locations. Once you select your campus, you’ll find more details on everything from tuition and admission requirements to curricula and academic calendars.

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How to Start: Pre-Licensure

Our application is free and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. No essays required.

New Students: Fill out the online application.

Readmissions: If you paused your Galen education for even one term, fill out this readmission application.

Not ready to apply yet? Fill out our request for information form and we’ll give you a call.

Once we receive your application, it’s time to schedule an admissions appointment.

This is the perfect opportunity to discuss everything you want to know about nursing school and attending Galen – from choosing the right program for your goals and life circumstances to transferring credits to financial aid (and everything in between).

For your convenience, we offer both virtual and on-campus appointments.

Ready to go now? Find your campus to select an admission appointment option that works for you! If you need more time, a Galen representative will be in touch to schedule your appointment.

After you’ve submitted your application, we’ll email you a link to a portal where you’ll upload your supporting documents. This portal will guide you through the process of sharing required documentation. It will also include contact information in case you have questions.

Required Documents:

Note: If you are applying to the LVN/LPN to ADN Bridge program specifically, you will also need to include proof of active PN/VN licensure and diploma.

Optional Documents/Resources:

  • If you would like to apply for Financial Aid: Submit all items on the Financial Aid Checklist and any other documents the Financial Aid department requests. Galen’s school code for the FAFSA is 015924.
  • If you’re interested in reviewing transfer credits: please provide your official college transcripts for any courses you want us to consider for transfer credit.
  • If you’re interested in learning more about Galen’s policies and standards for students: sign up for a Building Blocks to Success session (for the BSN & ADN and PN/VN programs)

 

Contact our enrollment team with any questions. We want your process to be as smooth as possible.

If you’ve been accepted and have submitted all required documentation, the next step will be to attend an Enrollment Appointment. Our enrollment team will get you registered for classes.

During this appointment, you have the opportunity to ask any questions before you make a commitment to attend Galen. There is no pressure! When you’re ready, we’ll walk you through final paperwork, and collect any remaining enrollment fees.

After your appointment, we’ll let you know about final steps, including a background check, drug testing and other clinical requirements. Once these documents are submitted and accepted, we will be in touch to discuss registering for classes. Welcome to Galen!

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