University of Maryland
The University of Maryland is well-known for offering some of the top nursing degree programs in the country, so it’s no surprise that it takes the top spot on our list of the best-accelerated nursing programs in Maryland. It offers an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Other degrees are also offered, including a traditional BSN program and several Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs.
School Overview
Salisbury University
Salisbury University may be one of the more underrated state universities in Maryland. It has one of the top accelerated nursing programs in the state. Its accelerated degree is a BSN. This program is designed for student who already has a degree in another field Salisbury University’s nursing programs are only offered on-campus, not online. Its graduates pass the NCLEX nursing licensure exam at a rate of over 90%, which is above average. Salisbury also offers a traditional BSN program that accepts 65 students per year.
School Overview
Bowie State University
Bowie State University is a historically black institution with an excellent nursing program. One of the degree programs available is an accelerated BSN. This degree program can be completed in only 18 months of study. As with the other accelerated BSN programs on this list, Bowie State’s program is intended for students who already have a degree in another field. Bowie State also offers several other nursing degrees, such as a traditional BSN and an MSN.
School Overview
Frostburg State University
Frostburg State University is an affordable public institution with a top-notch nursing program. It offers an RN-to-BSN program that can be completed in only 15 months. Students must already have a nursing license to enroll in this program. Frostburg also offers a traditional four-year BSN for first-time students. Students can complete many of the nursing classes at Frostburg online, though they cannot complete their degree entirely online. Students must gain clinical experience at various healthcare facilities in the area before they are eligible to receive their degrees.
School Overview
Coppin State University
Coppin State University is another public university with a unique and innovative nursing program. Coppin is known for offering very affordable tuition for Maryland residents. The school offers an accelerated BSN for students who already hold a college degree in a field other than nursing. Coppin also offers other BSN programs. The school offers an RN-to-BSN program that can be completed online. Students must be RNs, and must be working in the field so they can get their clinical hours. Coppin State also offers a traditional four-year BSN degree for first-time college students.
School Overview
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Notre Dame of Maryland University is a women’s college with a strong nursing program. Male students can enroll in the accelerated BSN program, but not the traditional BSN program. The school is affiliated with the Catholic Church. though students can come from any religious background. Students who already have a bachelor’s degree in another field can complete an accelerated BSN at the school. The institution’s traditional BSN program is a four-year on-campus degree. NDMU even offers an online BSN option for students who cannot attend class on-campus. The online program is an RN-to-BSN degree that is only open to registered nurses.
School Overview
Stevenson University
Stevenson University is a private institution that is well-known for its excellent health science programs, including its nursing programs. Stevenson used to be known as Villa Julie College before being re-named in 2008. The school offers an accelerated BSN option. This program is designed for students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in another field and students who are transferring from another university. This program can be completed in two years. Stevenson also offers a traditional four-year BSN and an MSN program.
School Overview
Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University is world-renowned for its health science programs, especially its medical school. JHU also has a top-notch nursing program. The nursing program offers various degrees, including an accelerated MSN program. This degree stands out from the accelerated BSN programs offered by other institutions in the state. Students must have completed a bachelor’s degree, but they do not have to have any nursing experience. In fact, this program is designed specifically for students who want to switch careers to nursing. Johns Hopkins also offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program that qualifies students for the nurse practitioner licensure exam.
School Overview
Our Ranking Methodology
Our rankings are based on ratings from our proprietary formula. Our formula takes each school’s yearly tuition rate and graduation rate and combines them to come up with this rating. More specifically, our formula takes the school’s yearly tuition rate and adds a multiplier that is equivalent to the percentage of students who enrolled at the school but did not end up graduating. If the school has different tuition rates, we only looked at the resident tuition rate, not the non-resident rate. Here’s an example of how our formula works: ABC University has a yearly tuition rate of $40,000 and a graduation rate of 50%. Its rating would be 60,000 (40,000 x 150%). Our list ranks schools from the institution with the lowest rating to the institution with the highest rating, as low ratings are positive in our system.
Students looking for the best accelerated nursing programs in Maryland can find the right program on our site.
Representatives of the schools on this list can contact us if they would like to ask a question or request a change.
