Jacksonville University

Jacksonville University offers a comprehensive nursing education with CCNE accreditation, ensuring high academic standards. With a mix of on-campus and online programs, you can choose a path that fits your lifestyle. The university is known for its supportive faculty and innovative learning environments.

Programs Offered

• BSN (Traditional)
  • On Campus
  • $120,000 total
  • 48-month program
  • 74% graduation rate
• DNP
  • Online + Campus
  • $60,000 total
  • 36-month program
  • 74% graduation rate
• MSN — Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Online + Campus
  • $46,000 total
  • 30-month program
  • 74% graduation rate
• RN to BSN
  • Online
  • $15,000 total
  • 15-month program
  • 74% graduation rate

Admissions

• Traditional BSN: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale, required from either an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Accelerated BSN (ABSN): Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50, with prerequisite courses completed with grades of ‘C’ or higher (Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II with labs, General Chemistry with lab, Microbiology with lab, Nutrition, Human Growth & Development, and Statistics).

Clinical Training & Hospital Partnerships

Jacksonville University provides exceptional clinical access with a score of 100/100, offering extensive hospital network and strong placement support.

• Clinical partnerships with major area hospitals for BSN students.
• Placement coordination managed by the school.
• Robust simulation training at the STAR Center and Clinical Skills Lab.
• Nurse residency pipeline through Brooks Rehabilitation Nursing Excellence Scholarship.

Named hospital & health-system partners:

• Baptist Health
• Ascension St. Vincent’s
• Wolfson Children’s Hospital
• UF Health
• Mayo Clinic
• Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
• Halifax Health | Brooks Rehabilitation Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation

Schedule & Format Flexibility

• Traditional BSN (Entry-Level):
  • On-campus, 28-month lock-step program.
  • Classes held four days per week, with clinicals one day per week.
  • No summer, evening, or online components.
• Accelerated BSN (ABSN) and Direct-Entry MSN:
  • 16-Month ABSN (Spring start) — part-time or PRN work may be possible.
  • 12-Month ABSN (Fall start for Baptist Health; Summer start for Mayo Clinic).
  • 20-Month Direct-Entry MSN (Fall start, at Mayo Clinic partnership).
  • All are campus-based with clinical tracks and fast-paced formats.
• Online RN-BSN Program:
  • Delivered online, flexible for working RNs.
  • Can be completed in as little as one year.
• RN-BSN Cohort Program:
  • Conducted in a cohort model, typically at a satellite location.
  • Classes held one evening per week, in 8-week sessions.
  • Completion in about 20 months.
  • Mostly evening on-site delivery; minimal campus visits required.
• Online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN):
  • Fully online delivery.

Why Choose Jacksonville University for Nursing?

• Accreditation: Holds accreditation from CCNE, ensuring the curriculum meets nationally recognized standards for nursing education quality.
• NCLEX Pass Rate: 87%, meeting or exceeding the national average.
• Clinical Partnerships: Strong clinical partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and community health organizations for diverse, high-quality hands-on experience.
• Career Prospects: The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports the median annual wage for registered nurses was $93,600 as of May 2024, with approximately 189,100 RN job openings projected each year through 2034.

Program-Specific Details

• BSN (Traditional):
  • Minimum GPA: 2.5
  • 28-month lock-step program on-campus.
  • Classes held four days per week.
• RN to BSN:
  • Delivered online, flexible for working RNs.
  • Can be completed in as little as one year.