Nursing (Accelerated) is a Bachelor Degree program offered by Keiser University in Lakeland, FL. The program takes 40 months to complete, with a total tuition of $99,264.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (FastTrack) is Keiser University's accelerated on-campus pathway for students who are committed to entering professional nursing practice and who have already completed most of their general education coursework. Built around Keiser's one-class-at-a-time model, the program concentrates the nursing major into an intensive, cohort-based sequence that can be completed in as few as 16 months, moving students efficiently from foundational science into hands-on clinical care.
Across the curriculum, students build competence in health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacotherapeutics, evidence-based practice, and the management of patient care across the lifespan. Classroom and simulation learning are paired with supervised clinical rotations in real healthcare settings, so graduates are prepared to deliver safe, compassionate, patient-centered, and culturally competent care to individuals, families, and communities.
The program prepares graduates to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensing examination and to begin practice as registered nurses in hospitals, clinics, community health settings, and specialty care units. It is designed for the motivated student ready to commit to a rigorous, full-time nursing phase.
What sets this Program apart
- Accelerated timeline: the nursing major is structured so students can finish in as few as 16 months once prerequisites are met.
- One class at a time: Keiser's signature four-week term model lets students focus fully on a single subject before moving to the next.
- Small classes and low student-to-faculty ratio (about 14:1) with instructors who bring active clinical expertise.
- Hands-on clinical experience in diverse settings — hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care, community health centers, and specialty units.
- Simulation-based learning that lets students practice skills and clinical decision-making in a safe environment before entering patient care.
- Emphasis on evidence-based, patient-centered practice and population health.
- NCLEX-RN preparation woven throughout the professional nursing sequence.
- Offered on-campus across multiple Florida locations for students who want in-person, cohort-based learning.
Admission Requirements and Process
Admission includes Keiser University's general requirements plus any program-specific requirements listed below, followed by the university's monthly-start application process.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Attending an accredited institution means your education has met rigorous, independently reviewed quality standards designed to protect students.
This program: Keiser University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC); this program is additionally accredited by Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
- A reliable indicator of educational quality
- Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
- Recognized by employers nationwide
- Credits earned toward a respected credential
Accreditations
General Requirements
- High school diploma or GED (foreign credentials must be evaluated by a NACES-member agency)
- Most recent 60 or more college credits from one or more accredited institutions with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Wonderlic SLE entrance exam with a minimum score of 23, administered on-site at a Keiser University campus
- Prerequisite general education courses (English Composition I & II, College Algebra, Introduction to Psychology, and Humanities) completed with a 3.0 GPA
- Prerequisite science courses (Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II, General Chemistry with lab, and Microbiology with lab) completed with a minimum grade of "B"
- Personal interview with the BSN Program Director (or designee) and approval from the BSN Admission Committee
- Acceptable criminal background check in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act upon enrollment
- Satisfactory drug screening
- Completion of all required health screenings and immunizations
- Completed application and FAFSA on file
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.Apply Now
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.FAFSA Code for Lakeland Campus: 015159Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Program Schedule
The FastTrack BSN follows Keiser's one-class-at-a-time model, delivered in four-week terms with new classes starting regularly. The full degree comprises 120 credit hours — including 76 credits of nursing major coursework and 44 credits of general education — and the nursing phase is organized into four intensive semesters that can be completed in as few as 16 months once prerequisites are satisfied.
The program is offered on campus only (not online) at multiple Florida locations, with day and evening options at select campuses. Because the nursing phase carries a heavy credit load, it is a full-time commitment; part-time employment during the major courses can be challenging.
Clinical rotations are integrated throughout and take place in hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, community health centers, and specialty units, spanning medical-surgical, maternal-child, mental health, community, and advanced care nursing. To progress and graduate, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and earn a grade of "B" or better in each nursing core course.
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Curriculum
The curriculum blends nursing science, clinical practice, and professional coursework — including pathophysiology, physical assessment, pharmacotherapeutics, evidence-based practice, care management across the lifespan, community and mental health nursing, and nursing leadership. Representative courses are listed below.
Required Courses
| Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| General Education Requirements (22.0 credit hours prerequisites and 22.0 block credit hours) | |
| General Chemistry I | 3.0 |
| General Chemistry Lab | 1.0 |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4.0 |
| Microbiology I | 4.0 |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4.0 |
| Lifespan Development | 3.0 |
| Statistics | 3.0 |
| Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Major Courses (76.0 credit hours) | |
| Professional Nursing I & II for ABSN | 2.0 |
| Pathophysiology for BSN | 4.0 |
| Physical Assessment in Healthcare | 3.0 |
| Clinical Decision Making in Evidence Based Practice | 2.0 |
| Care Management I | 8.0 |
| Nursing Quality and Safety in Healthcare | 2.0 |
| Care Management II | 9.0 |
| Nursing Pharmacotherapeutics | 4.0 |
| Ethical and Legal Aspects of Nursing Practice | 3.0 |
| Information Technology for Nursing | 3.0 |
| Care Management III | 8.0 |
| Health Promotion, Disease Prevention: A Community Perspective | 4.0 |
| Nursing Research for Evidence-Based Practice | 3.0 |
| Mental Health Concepts in Nursing | 2.0 |
| Public Policy and Risk Management in Nursing | 3.0 |
| Advanced Care Management | 11.0 |
| Professional Nursing III | 2.0 |
| Nursing Leadership in Systems of Healthcare | 3.0 |
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester based on scheduled credit hours; full-time enrollment (12–17.99 credits) is approximately $12,408 per semester per the Keiser Undergraduate Tuition & Fee Disclosure (subject to annual review). Completing all 120 credit hours at a full-time pace results in an estimated tuition of roughly $99,000; the actual figure varies with how many prerequisite/general-education credits a student transfers in (up to 12 transfer credits are accepted) and with the accelerated credit loads in the nursing phase. Nursing programs may also add per-course resource or lab fees; specific amounts are not published and should be confirmed with the campus and university catalog. Enrollment also includes a one-time $55 application fee and a one-time $145 registration fee (subject to annual review).
Financial aid is available to those who qualify, including federal Pell Grants, FSEOG, Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized and PLUS loans, and Federal Work-Study; Florida FSAG and EASE aid; institutional scholarships; and veterans' and military benefits. Students should complete the FAFSA annually (Keiser's FAFSA School Code is 015159). For a personalized estimate, use the Keiser Net Price Calculator at https://www.keiseruniversity.edu/NPC-index.html.
Estimated total program tuition of about $99,264 (full-time semesters at ~$12,408/semester); actual cost varies with pace and transfer credit.
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination and, upon licensure, to practice as registered nurses across a wide range of settings. Typical roles include:
- Registered nurse in acute-care hospitals and medical-surgical units
- Emergency department, intensive care, and cardiac care nurse
- Pediatric, labor and delivery, and maternal-child nurse
- Mental health / behavioral health nurse
- Oncology and rehabilitation nurse
- Community and public health nurse
- Home health, school, and occupational health nurse
The BSN credential also positions graduates for professional advancement and for graduate study toward advanced-practice, leadership, and education roles.
What to expect as a Keiser University student
Expect a rigorous, fast-paced program that rewards full-time focus. You will study one subject at a time in four-week terms, then apply what you learn in simulation labs and supervised clinical rotations at partner healthcare sites. Clinical days require professional conduct, punctuality, and adherence to site policies.
Before starting clinicals, you must clear a criminal background check, complete drug screening, and finish all required immunizations and health screenings. To stay in good standing and progress, you must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA and earn a "B" or higher in every nursing core course. Because the nursing phase is intensive, plan for a demanding schedule with limited room for outside work commitments.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Attending an accredited institution means your education has met rigorous, independently reviewed quality standards designed to protect students.
This program: Keiser University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC); this program is additionally accredited by Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
- A reliable indicator of educational quality
- Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
- Recognized by employers nationwide
- Credits earned toward a respected credential