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Albertus Magnus College offers a variety of Nursing Program degree options designed to fit your needs and lifestyle.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Albertus
There is a critical shortage of caregivers in the United States, made more pronounced since the COVID-19 pandemic’s accelerated turnover rates and an aging workforce. While the demand for nurses is high, however, the availability of training programs is lacking. Albertus is proud to be a part of the solution to Connecticut’s nursing shortage as we introduce our newest degree—the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)—in Spring 2025.
What Makes Nursing Program at Albertus Different?
Engaged
Students
- Hands-on, experiential learning
- Interdisciplinary perspectives
- Emphasis on collaborative work
Great
Teaching
- Personally invested professors
- Small class sizes
- Innovative, well-rounded programs
- Resources and opportunities for research
Vibrant
Communities
- Lively extracurricular activities
- Campus-wide events
- Service and community engagement
Successful
Outcomes
- Active career counseling
- Opportunity-building networks
- Access to internships and professional experiences
The Albertus Nursing Program Degree Program
Nursing students will undertake two labs and six clinicals using brand-new, technologically advanced classrooms and state-of-the-art equipment to train the next generation of nurses.
Every clinical nursing course will incorporate some element of simulation, carefully mimicking the environment of a hospital room with lifelike manikins in simulation labs.
- According to Indeed.com, there are currently more than 4,000 nursing job openings within 25 miles of New Haven, CT.
- Nursing is one of the fastest-growing professions within the United States, with more projected growth and an average annual salary approaching $120,000 in Connecticut (Indeed.com).
- The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2021) and HRSA project 500,000 seasoned RNs will retire in 2022.
Our state-of-the-art nursing skills and simulation labs feature mid- and high-fidelity
manikins,
providing the best training for real-life scenarios.
Clinical Partners
Albertus nursing students will benefit from clinical experience and research opportunities through relationships with our partners.
Nursing Program Student Perspective
“When I was an undergraduate healthcare management major at Albertus I always wondered, why don’t they have a nursing school?” says Karen Ennis ’18. Immediately following graduation, Karen began attending St. Vincent's College (now Sacred Heart College of Nursing) and now works as a dispensing nurse at APT Foundation.
“The close-knit Albertus community and faculty are invested in your success, and the College’s mission-driven focus on serving underserved populations makes it the perfect place to get a high-quality nursing education.”
Program Director Cynthia Jeffrey, Ed.D., MSN, RN, CNE
“I am thankful and overjoyed to be joining the Albertus Magnus College Community at this pivotal moment in the College’s history and to be a part of the growth as we move forward with this exciting journey. Albertus is known for its interdisciplinary study and for being workforce ready, and preparing skilled, diverse graduates for the nursing field is more important now than ever,” said Dr. Jeffrey.
The Albertus Nursing Program Faculty
Where Will Your Nursing Program Degree take You?
(U.S. Department of Labor Bureau and Statistics categories)
Possible career paths with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing Program include:
Nursing Program Courses
Upon successful completion of the Albertus Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, students will be able to:
- Integrate nursing knowledge with the liberal arts educational foundation to care for clients across the human lifespan.
- Responsibly apply scientific knowledge to reduce risk and limit disease in individuals and communities.
- Utilize patient care technologies in the healthcare environment by embracing the need to be a lifelong learner.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with clients, families, and other healthcare providers in a complex healthcare environment.
- Demonstrate nursing leadership skills that exemplify the Dominican Order identity through the four pillars; study, prayer, community, and service.
- Successful completion of prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher at a regionally accredited college or university.
- Minimum cumulative college grade point average of 3.0.
- Minimum cumulative college grade point average of 3.0 for science courses.
The core nursing courses cover fundamental nursing concepts and skills, including:
- Pharmacology
- Pathophysiology
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Maternal and Child Health
- Mental Health
- Community and Public Health Nursing
- Nursing Informatics
- Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice
| Semester | Course Number | Course Name |
| 1 | BI 316 | Anatomy and Physiology I |
| 1 | BI 316L | Anatomy and Physiology I Lab |
| 1 | PY 111 | Introduction to Psychology |
| 1 | EN 106W | Written Expression I |
| 1 | MAT 117 | Biostatistics: Math for Healthcare |
| 1 | HU 108 | The Examined Life I |
| 1 | CC 102 or CC 113 | College Success Seminar / Professional Develop Seminar |
| 2 | BI 317 | Anatomy and Physiology II |
| 2 | BI 317L | Anatomy and Physiology II Lab |
| 2 | CH 231 | General Organic Biochemistry |
| 2 | CH 231L | General Organic Biochemistry Lab |
| 2 | EN 107WL | Written Expression II |
| 2 | HU 109 | The Examined Life II |
| 2 | SC 114 | Nutrition for Health and Fitness |
Additional electives may be selected from Biology or Chemistry courses.
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Q: Can I take Nursing pre-requisites in the summer?
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- Albertus Magnus College is establishing the new BSN degree program to help address Connecticut’s nursing workforce shortage. However, we cannot realize our vision without your help. Please join our growing list of grants and donors so that today's students can become tomorrow's healers.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Albertus
There is a critical shortage of caregivers in the United States, made more pronounced since the COVID-19 pandemic’s accelerated turnover rates and an aging workforce. While the demand for nurses is high, however, the availability of training programs is lacking. Albertus is proud to be a part of the solution to Connecticut’s nursing shortage as we introduce our newest degree—the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)—in Spring 2025.
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Second Degree Nursing Program Requirements
To be admitted to the Second Degree Nursing Program, applicants must fulfill the following:
- A bachelor’s degree with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above;
- Four courses or 12 credits in any combination of these subject areas with a grade C or better: English, Ethics, Philosophy, Religion, History, Languages, Visual and Performing Arts – along with 36 credits of General Electives;
- Required courses in Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Chemistry, Developmental Psychology, Microbiology, Statistics, English, Philosophy, Ethics, and Religious Studies with grades of B or above.
- Then, you can apply to Fairfield University’s Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (SDNU).
*Please note: Enrollment is limited to six qualified Albertus applicants.
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The Albertus Nursing Program Degree Mission Statement
In accordance with the mission of Albertus Magnus College, the nursing program is committed to assisting students in the development of ethical values, a spirit of intellectual inquiry, openness to the search for truth, and readiness to serve others.