Second degree/Bachelor of Science/Master of Science (BS/MS)
Are you looking to change careers and become a nurse? Take a closer look at the accelerated Second Degree Nursing program at Molloy University. Designed for individuals with a bachelor’s (or higher) degree in a non-nursing major, this flexible program enables you to achieve your dream of a nursing career while you live your life.
At Molloy, you’ll benefit from:
- A personalized approach to your education. You may complete prerequisite courses at Molloy, be admitted into the accelerated BS in nursing, or dually admitted into both the BS and MS in nursing programs.
- The opportunity to take graduate courses while earning your bachelor’s. Depending on your GPA, you may be permitted to take courses toward your master’s while completing your BS in nursing. (You’re required to pass the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX-RN) and complete one year of full-time clinical experience as an RN to continue with graduate nursing courses after completing your BS.)
- Expert faculty committed to your success. Our accessible faculty uses innovative strategies to equip you with the tools necessary for your development as a professional nurse. A small student/faculty ratio assures your individual needs will be met. Your academic adviser and our extensive support services will promote your academic progress.
- A well-rounded curriculum that prepares you for humanistic, professional nursing practice in a wide array of healthcare environments, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and other settings that promote wellness and address illness.
- Valuable hands-on training in our state-of-the-art skills and simulation learning laboratory, where you’ll practice what you learn and develop clinical judgment with the guidance of expert nursing faculty and experienced nursing lab instructors.
- Our proven approach to registered nurse certification. Molloy’s 2021 National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) first-time pass rate is 89.18%