ABSN Program in Metro Detroit
With the need for registered nurses rising, now is the perfect time to follow your dream and earn your BSN through Madonna University’s ABSN program in metro Detroit.
Our ABSN program’s blended learning model, consisting of online coursework and experiential learning, will challenge your critical thinking skills, expose you to diverse patient care situations, and lead you to success. Plus, a Madonna University nursing education is based on Catholic and Franciscan values, teaching you to care for the whole patient – mind, body, and spirit.

Under the direction of dedicated instructors and trusted nursing professionals, you will learn skills that will prepare you to become a practice-ready nurse who will lead an extraordinary life of service. One of the most valuable experiences you will have as a Madonna University accelerated nursing student will be during clinical placements at Henry Ford Health or one of our other clinical partners. This unique academic practice partnership allows you to work alongside some of metro Detroit’s top doctors and nurses to gain the real-world experience you need to graduate as a confident nurse.
How the Madonna ABSN Program Works
Madonna University’s ABSN program in metro Detroit builds on your non-nursing college credits or undergraduate degree, making earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in as few as 16 months possible.
The curriculum requires a significant amount of time and energy to keep pace; it involves a comprehensive learning model that consists of three stages — online coursework, hands-on labs, and clinical experience.
- Accelerated online nursing courses establish the foundation of your education.
- Onsite skills and state-of-the-art nursing simulation labs put your online course knowledge into practice.
- Clinical rotations provide diverse patient care experiences in a real-world environment.
These three learning components prepare you to sit for the NCLEX-RN® licensure exam, so you’ll be able to call yourself a registered nurse and practice the profession in all healthcare settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the ABSN start dates?
Our ABSN program offers three start dates per year — fall, winter, and summer. Learn more on our admissions page.
How much does Madonna’s ABSN cost?
Check out our tuition page for a breakdown of our program costs. Keep in mind that tuition does not include the prerequisites or other required coursework costs. Thoroughly research your options before enrollment, as students might be eligible for federal or state aid to reduce the financial burden.
Is Madonna’s ABSN 100% online?
While the Madonna ABSN program offers comprehensive nursing coursework online, students must attend skills and simulation labs in person at our ABSN learning site near Detroit.
