The Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program is designed for second degree seeking students
ready to pursue a career in nursing. Classes take place at the Biltmore Park instructional
site in Asheville, NC. Clinical rotations (acute, restorative, and community-based)
are primarily located in Buncombe County with some travel around Western North Carolina,
and occasionally beyond to provide optimal clinical experiences. Please review the
information related to curriculum, costs, application, admission, as well as some
helpful informational videos and answers to frequently asked questions. We look forward
to reviewing your application and answering your questions on your nursing journey.
Admission through general WCU undergraduate enrollment — meet with a Psychology adviser
as early as possible to plan your major courses and electives.
More About Our Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program
The ABSN Curriculum plan shows courses in the four-semester plan of study.
Western Carolina University’s School of Nursing offers nationally ranked, accredited,
highly affordable undergraduate and graduate programs at WCU’s main campus in Cullowhee,
NC, at our Asheville instructional site, and online. Students have access to state-of-the-art
classroom and lab space as well as opportunities for hands-on experience through on
and off-site clinical partnerships and service learning programs.
Thank you for your interest in WCU’s ABSN program, a nursing program located in Asheville,
NC, known regionally for nursing excellence. We have a 100% NCLEX pass rate as well
as graduates who are highly desired by employers. We appreciate your interest in our
program and look forward to reviewing your application for our next admission cohort.
