Duquesne University

600 Forbes Avenue
542 Fisher Hall

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15282-1760
Phone: 
412-396-4945
Contact: 

Joan S. Lockhart, Ph.D., R.N., C.O.R.L.N., A.O.C.N., C.N.E., F.A.A.N.
Professor and Associate Dean

Leah Cunningham, Assistant Dean for Student Services
nursing@duq.edu

Program Director: 

Dr. Joan S. Lockhart
lockhart@duq.edu

Dean: 

Dr. Eileen H. Zungolo
zungolo@duq.edu

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Description & Objectives

Second Degree B.S.N. Program:
An accelerated full-time program that enables a non-nurse with a baccalaureate degree to obtain a B.S.N.  This intensive and fast-paced program is comprised of high-level coursework including clinical practice in advanced health settings, Web-enhanced seminars for non-clinical courses, and more.  After completing this program students are both eligible and prepared to take the nursing licensure exam.

Duration: 
12 months (3 semesters, August start date)
Admission Requirements: 

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 3.0 or higher; Successful completion of prerequisite coursework; Completed application with two letters of recommendation, curriculum vitae, and a statement of professional goals.

Tuition Requirements: 

$36,633 per year