Madonna ABSN Requirements and Prerequisites
Madonna doesn’t require prior healthcare or nursing experience to enroll in our hybrid Accelerated BSN program; however, every student must meet certain requirements before beginning the ABSN admission process, including completing prerequisites.
Students will be admitted three times a year: fall, winter, and summer. We will give students deadlines to submit their items before each start to give ample time for decisions.
ABSN Requirements for Admission
Students seeking admission to the Madonna University ABSN program may be considered for admission if they fulfill the minimum criteria below:
- Have completed a minimum of 60 credits with a cumulative 3.0 GPA in all undergraduate coursework (for transfer students) or a confirmed bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA from all undergraduate coursework (for post-degree students).
- Complete an application to the university and submit all official transcripts of coursework.
- Submit a letter of intent to the College of Nursing and Health.
- Complete or show proof of expected completion of all prerequisites.
- Complete a criminal background check.
Transfer and post-degree applicants must meet all nursing prerequisite, signature, and support course requirements. If previous degree coursework fails to meet nursing or university degree program requirements, students may be required to take additional courses not listed. Each student will be individually evaluated and notified of additional course requirements.
Transfer Student Requirements
- Completion of a minimum of 60 credits with a cumulative 3.0 GPA in all undergraduate coursework.
- Complete an application to the university and submit all official transcripts of coursework.
- Submit a letter of intent to the College of Nursing and Health.
- Complete or show proof of expected completion of all prerequisites.
- Complete a criminal background check.
Post-Degree Student Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA from all undergraduate coursework.
- Complete an application to the university and submit all official transcripts of coursework.
- Submit a letter of intent to the College of Nursing and Health.
- Complete or show proof of expected completion of all prerequisites.
- Complete a criminal background check.
ABSN Prerequisite Courses
Before enrolling in your ABSN courses, the following prerequisite course requirements must be fulfilled or transferred. These are separate from your 16-month accelerated track. The courses include:
Science Courses
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 2450 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 2460 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 3710 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| CHM 1610 | Intro to Life Chemistry | 4 |
| MTH 2350 | Probability & Statistics | 4 |
| NFS 2220 | General Nutrition for the Health Professional | 2 |
| NFS 2230 | Therapeutic Nutrition for the Health Professional | 2 |
General Education Courses
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 1010 | Intro to Psychology (pre-req to PSY 2450) | 3 |
| PSY 2450 | Lifespan Development Psychology | 4 |
| SOC 1020 | Intro to Sociology | 3 |
| WRT 1010 | College Composition | 3 |
| WRT 1020 | College Composition II | 3 |
Students meeting Madonna University’s Accelerated BSN program admissions requirements can complete outstanding nursing prerequisites at Madonna University’s Undergraduate Domestic Satellite and Online Campus tuition rate. Please contact your advisor for more information.
Core Curriculum, Signature and Nursing Support Courses
In addition to meeting the above ABSN requirements and completing prerequisites, some students might need to complete a set of Madonna’s signature courses based on their experience and previous credit before enrollment. Some core curriculum courses might also be required, which can be completed throughout the program.
Additional nursing support courses that only need to be taken after you start the ABSN curriculum are also planned for in your 16-month schedule
Please reach out to your academic advisor for more information on these requirements.
Where can I take ABSN prerequisites if I need to complete them?
When you’re ready to begin your nursing prerequisites, Madonna University makes it convenient by offering courses on our Livonia campus and online. Completing your prerequisites through Madonna can be a beneficial option.
