Complete the RN Program at University of Bridgeport

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Invest in your future

Earning your associate degree in Nursing will provide you with the secure financial future you and your family deserve. RNs in CT earn an average annual salary of $85,000.* Even more, employment in this field is projected to grow by 6% over the next decade — that's roughly 197,000 job-openings nationwide.**

* CT Department of Labor (DOL), 2024
** Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2024

Become a vital part of the patient-care team

Nurses serve on the front lines of healthcare and at the bedside of those most in need. When you earn your RN degree, you’ll step into a career where your passion and empathy will become vital to your success.

Balancing work, life, and education

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.

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Build a healthier community one patient at a time

Nurses make a significant difference in the way people experience healthcare. For many, nurses advocate, explain, and offer support during stressful health events. As an RN, your compassionate care becomes your superpower while providing you with a secure future in healthcare. Associate degree in Nursing applications are accepted three times per year: spring, summer, and fall. Don’t wait — your future starts today!

Associate degree in Nursing curriculum

UB’s School of Nursing prepares you with the hands-on clinical skills and nursing knowledge you need to provide patient-centered care in a wide variety of healthcare settings. UB’s dedicated Nursing faculty emphasize interprofessional healthcare — a system where nurses act as the liaison between the patient, their family, and their healthcare team.

Looking to complete the required classes to apply into the RN program? Learn more about how you can get started on prerequisites today!

Coursework includes:

Course code	Course name
NUR 204	Health Maintenance I: Health Assessment
NUR 323	Essentials of Family Nursing
NUR 345	Leadership and Management Roles in Nursing

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Convenient class times for working professionals

At UB, we understand that your schedule requires a Nursing program with built-in flexibility and convenience. Whether you’re working, taking care of your family, or both, we’ve designed our Nursing program to meet the needs of all learners. Core classes are offered two nights per week, and clinicals include day, evening, and weekend options. Once you meet your prerequisite requirements, you can complete your RN degree in as few as 20 months part time.*

* Additional time required for prerequisites.

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Invest in yourself

Paying for your Nursing degree doesn’t have to be stressful. There are a variety of federal, state, and private financial aid programs available, including grants, scholarships, and student loans. The Office of Financial Aid Services is ready to connect with you and guide you toward achieving your career goals.

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We’re hosting an RN Open House!

Want to learn more before taking the next step? Join us on Saturday, November 9 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. to learn more about our part-time associate degree in Nursing program and have your questions answered.

Join us for an RN info session!

University of Bridgeport is pleased to offer different types of campus visit experiences for students interested in our part-time associate degree in Nursing program. In-person info sessions are offered on select weekdays and Saturdays.

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Watch an on-demand info session

Can’t make it in-person? No worries! Watch our on-demand info session to learn more about our RN admission requirements, curriculum and scheduling options, the Nursing point system, and information about clinicals.

Your future starts today!

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