South Dakota State University
Accelerated Nursing Option
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57107
Anna Atteberry
anna.atteberry@sdstate.edu
Dr. Cynthia Elverson
cynthia.elverson@sdstate.edu
Dr. Roberta Olson
roberta.olson@sdstate.edu
Description & Objectives
Accelerated B.S.N. Program:
An accelerated option for students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in any field and wish to obtain a B.S. with a major in nursing. This intensive, full-time program delivers the traditional baccalaureate coursework in a condensed format, preparing students to be eligible for the NCLEX exam and licensure as a registered nurse.
Admission to SDSU; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA; Successful completion of prerequisite coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.0; Completed application with submission of unofficial transcripts, two letters of recommendation; Personal interview; TOEFL score of 600 for English as a Second Language students.
In-State: $19,128
Out-of-State: $21,499–31,500