Nursing Programs
The mission of the University of Bridgeport School of Nursing is to provide innovative, evidence-based healthcare education that prepares a professional nurse to provide person-centered care that incorporates professional values of caring, excellence, integrity, and diversity in the delivery of safe, quality healthcare and advancement of the profession within a global society.
Take the first step in your nursing career
Nurses work on the frontlines of healthcare every day, advocating for patients and their families in some of their most vulnerable moments. They are a critical part of a patient’s care team, acting as a liaison between medical doctors and their patients — providing evidence-based, patient-centered care. A degree in Nursing opens doors to a rewarding career in hospitals, schools, community health centers, rehabilitation centers, private clinics, and more. As a UB Nursing student, you’ll learn from experts in the field and practice your skills in our state-of-the-art Nursing Skills and Simulation Center. In addition, you’ll have access to clinical practice and internship opportunities through the relationships UB has built with medical facilities throughout the state. Our Nursing programs will prepare you for an exciting and fulfilling career, making a difference in the lives of others.
Below you’ll find more information about UB’s different pathways to a Nursing degree.
Our programs
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Nursing courses offer students the opportunity to complete basic foundation general education courses in the humanities, mathematics, and natural and social sciences required for other Nursing programs at University of Bridgeport.
Pre-Nursing
Nursing RN
In this part-time, on-campus RN program, you’ll prepare for a rewarding career as a registered nurse. Your core Nursing classes are offered two evenings per week, and clinicals include day, evening, and weekend options, allowing you to earn your degree in a way that works for you.
Nursing RN
Nursing BS
The Nursing (BS) program is designed to prepare a nurse generalist for entry into professional practice. Only transfer students can apply and may transfer up to 90 credits from previous nursing program coursework from accredited institutions.
Nursing BS
Accelerated BS Nursing (ABSN)
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Program is designed to prepare a graduate nurse for entry-level practice in a variety of healthcare settings, to provide the foundation for graduate education and/or continued education as a life-long learner, and to contribute to quality patient outcomes.
Accelerated BS Nursing (ABSN)
RN to BSN - online
The RN to BSN completion program curriculum has a total of 120 credits and is made up of three parts: basic nursing courses, general education requirements and upper level nursing courses. Students may transfer up to 90 credits from previous nursing program coursework from accredited institutions.
RN to BSN Online
Nursing MS - online
The MSN in Leadership and Education is a one track, dual focused online degree program. The dual focus of leadership and education will provide graduates with career opportunities to work in clinical leadership and/or academic nursing environments either in separate positions or simultaneously in a joint position.
Nursing MS OnlineYour future starts today!
- Apply online!
- Financial aid is available, and we accept applications on a rolling basis
- We have comprehensive support services that will get you through college and into a great career