University of Washington

University of Washington offers a comprehensive nursing education with a variety of programs designed for aspiring nurses. Accredited by the CCNE, you can choose from on-campus and hybrid formats that fit your lifestyle. With a focus on research and clinical practice, UW prepares you for a successful nursing career in diverse healthcare settings.

Programs Offered

• BSN (Traditional)
  On Campus | $60,000 total | 48-month program | 88% graduation rate
• DNP
  Online + Campus | $54,000 total | 36-month program | 88% graduation rate
• DNP – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP (AGPCNP)
  On Campus | 36-month program
• DNP – Executive Leadership / Healthcare Systems
  On Campus | 36-month program
• DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
  On Campus | 36-month program
• DNP – Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP)
  On Campus | 36-month program
• Master of Nursing (MN)
  On Campus | 24-month program
• MSN — Family Nurse Practitioner
  Online + Campus | $36,000 total | 24-month program | 88% graduation rate
• MSN — Psychiatric Mental Health NP
  Online + Campus | $36,000 total | 24-month program | 88% graduation rate
• PhD in Nursing
  On Campus | $100,000 total | 60-month program | 88% graduation rate

Key Statistics

• NCLEX Pass Rate: 93%
• Median Annual Wage for RNs (2024): $93,600 (BLS)
• Projected RN Job Openings (2032): ~193,100 per year (BLS)

Admissions Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  • Accelerated BSN (ABSN): 2.8 cumulative college-level GPA
  • Prerequisite science courses: 3.0 GPA minimum
  • Cumulative GPA: 2.0 minimum (with at least a 2.0 in each prerequisite)
• Prerequisite Courses: At least three natural sciences courses completed with satisfactory grades by enrollment.
• Exams: TEAS or HESI exams are not required for BSN or ABSN applicants.

Note: Due to capacity constraints, admitted GPAs are typically significantly higher than the minimum requirements.

Schedule & Format Flexibility

• BSN/ABSN Programs: On-campus only; no online or hybrid options.
• ABSN Cohorts: Start in Spring and Autumn quarters.
  • Applications open mid-August.
  • Deadline: October 15 for Spring or Autumn start.
  • Decisions released in December.
• DNP Programs (Year 1): Hybrid format (50% in-person, 50% distance learning) with required on-campus attendance one day per week.
• DNP Programs (Years 2+): Primarily in-person with some distance learning options.
• Elective Graduate Course (NSG 570): Fully online with asynchronous lectures (Winter 2026).

Why Choose University of Washington?

• Accreditation: CCNE-accredited, ensuring nationally recognized standards for nursing education, licensure eligibility, and credit transferability.
• Clinical Partnerships: Strong network with hospitals, clinics, and community health organizations for diverse hands-on training.
• Career Prospects: High demand for RNs, with 189,100 job openings projected annually through 2034 (BLS). BSN graduates typically earn 10–20% more than associate-degree holders.
• Advanced Practice Roles: BSN is required for roles like Nurse Practitioner (median salary $129,210) and Nurse Anesthetist (median salary $223,210).

Program-Specific Details

• DNP (All Specializations):
  • Year 1: Hybrid format (50% in-person, 50% distance learning) with one required on-campus day per week.
  • Years 2+: Primarily in-person with some distance learning.
• MSN — Psychiatric Mental Health NP:
  • NSG 570 ("Management of Substance Use Disorders & Other Addictions"): Fully online with asynchronous lectures (Winter 2026).