Seton Hall University

400 South Orange Avenue
South Orange, New Jersey 07079-2646
Phone: 
973 761-7947
Contact: 

Dr. Phyllis Russo for the Master’s Level Entry
phyllis.russo@shu.edu
Francesca Cicala for the Accelerated B.S.N.
cicalafr@shu.edu
nursing@shu.edu

Program Director: 

Dr. Marion C. Lapchak
lapchama@shu.edu

Dean: 

Dr. Phyllis S. Hansell
hanselph@shu.edu

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Description & Objectives

Accelerated B.S.N. Program:
An accelerated nursing program designed to prepare students with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree to enter the nursing profession.  This rigorous program provides a curriculum similar to that of the traditional program, including preparation in all areas of nursing practice.

Master’s Level Entry Program:
An entry level master’s program designed specifically for students with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, giving them the chance to begin their nursing careers prepared to make an immediate impact in their new role.  The program follows a sophisticated patient-centered syllabus which develops academic expertise, clinical judgment and leadership skills which are essential for advancement in a complex, multidisciplinary environment.

Duration: 
Accelerated B.S.N.: 14 months; AND Master’s Level Entry: 22 months
Admission Requirements: 

Baccalaureate degree in a non-nursing major with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; Completion of prerequisite courses with grades of C or better; Satisfactory TOEFL scores for international students.

Tuition Requirements: 

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