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Hybrid accelerated (Post-Baccalaureate) BSN Program in Bismarck, ND

Become a Registered Nurse in Just Over a Year

Accelerate your path to a nursing degree in our high-quality program combining online and in-person courses, fully accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education.

  • Up to $26,000 in financial incentives*
  • Small class sizes with instructors committed to your success
  • Build upon your current bachelor’s or graduate degree through the accelerated program
  • Top 11+

    in Plains Region

  • 97%

    of 2022 nursing graduates employed full-time

  • $67,000

    average regional salary

CCNE Accredited

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Transition into nursing with the 14-month accelerated BSN program from NDSU

The NDSU Hybrid Accelerated (Post-Baccalaureate) BSN program will prepare you to become a highly-skilled, compassionate nurse, and assist in meeting nationwide healthcare workforce needs. The program includes in-person classes in Bismarck, ND, with some online classes available.

Investing in your future: an accelerated nursing degree designed for your success

We are now accepting applications for Fall 2024 semester! Education incentives available to students who meet criteria to finance tuition in the NDSU Hybrid Accelerated (Post-Baccalaureate) BSN Nursing Program. Tuition and other approved education incentives are available from Sanford Health Medical Center – Bismarck.

BSN nursing program incentives

  • Fully accredited BSN program
  • Simulation, skill and health assessment labs
  • Small class sizes for personalized attention
  • Complete in 14 consecutive months

Sanford Health - Bismarck education incentives

  • $25,000 signing bonus* or
  • 2 incentive payments of $13,000
  • Direct hire track at Sanford Medical Center - Bismarck
*Acceptance into the NDSU Nursing at Sanford Health - Bismarck program provides no guarantee of qualification for the financial resources option from Sanford Health Medical Center - Bismarck. Students must apply directly to Sanford Health Medical Center - Bismarck and must meet eligibility criteria for the nursing education incentive financial resources program; including a two-year employment commitment.

See what students and alumni love about our programs.

“This program is amazing. They’re to the point and give you everything you need not only academically, but also clinic-wise. They have prepared me to be the best nurse I can be.”

Honey Kosiak

Accelerated BSN Student

With huge financial incentives and career opportunities what are you waiting for?

Pursue your nursing degree with small class sizes and personal attention in our high-quality, nationally accredited program.