University of Cincinnati

University of Cincinnati offers a range of CCNE-accredited nursing programs designed for flexibility and quality education, with all degrees available 100% online.

Programs Offered

• Accelerated BSN – On Campus, $28,000 total, 15-month program, 80% graduation rate
• BSN (Traditional) – On Campus, $50,400 total, 48-month program, 80% graduation rate
• DNP – Online + Campus, $33,840 total, 36-month program, 80% graduation rate
• MSN — Family Nurse Practitioner – Online + Campus, $22,560 total, 36-month program, 80% graduation rate
• MSN — Nurse Educator – Online, $16,920 total, 24-month program, 80% graduation rate
• MSN — Nursing Administration – Online, $16,920 total, 24-month program, 80% graduation rate
• RN to BSN – Online, $10,800 total, 12-month program, 80% graduation rate

Key Metrics

• NCLEX Pass Rate: 88%
• Clinical Access Score: 70/100 (Strong network of hospital and community partners)
• Graduation Rate: 80%

Clinical Training & Hospital Partnerships

• Wide-ranging network of hospital and community partners for clinical education
• Structured placements for undergraduate programs through co-ops and Dedicated Education Units (DEUs)
• Graduate students encouraged to identify clinical sites independently
• Extensive simulation labs and telehealth-enabled training facilities

Named Partners: UC Health, AMC, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Veterans Affairs Medical Center (Cincinnati), Center for Chemical Addictions Treatment (CCAT), Cincinnati Health Department school-based health centers, IKRON community mental health organization, Kettering Health Hamilton, Mercy Health Partners

Admissions

Competitive admissions process with holistic review.

• Direct-Entry (Freshman) BSN:
  • Recommended minimum GPA of 3.0
  • One completed biology and one chemistry class with at least a B grade (required by November 1 application deadline)
  • Personal statement, achievements, leadership, and relevant experience considered; ACT/SAT and recommendations optional
• Sophomore (Transfer/Transition) BSN:
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (by application deadline)
  • Completion of all first-year (Tier 1) pre-nursing courses
  • Pre-admissions essay and exam required (specifics not named)
  • UC admission with a minimum 3.0 GPA required to apply

Schedule & Format Flexibility

• RN to BSN Online Program:
  • 100% online with no required clinicals in coursework (clinicals handled separately)
  • Six start dates per year
  • Completion options: 2 semesters (9 months), 3 semesters (12 months), or 5 semesters (18 months)
  • Students may switch between full-time and part-time status
  • Nine core nursing courses offered in 7-week terms (except statistics, which runs a full semester)
  • Courses available in spring, summer, and fall semesters

Why Choose University of Cincinnati

• Accreditation: CCNE-accredited, ensuring nationally recognized standards for nursing education
• Career Prospects: High demand for RNs, with a median annual wage of $93,600 (BLS, May 2024) and 189,100 projected job openings annually through 2034
• Program Variety: Seven nursing programs tailored to different career stages and goals
• Flexibility: Online and hybrid options available, including self-paced scheduling for the RN to BSN program