GCU’s Accelerated Nursing Program in Florida

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Degree Level

Bachelor's

Class Setting

Campus

Area of Study

Nursing

Program

BSN: Pre-Licensure, Accelerated (ABSN)

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Orlando (Lake Mary, FL) ABSN

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Country

United States

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Overview

16-Month ABSN Programs in Florida¹

Study nursing and earn your BSN degree through an accelerated, 16-month nursing program in Florida.¹ GCU offers two Florida locations with three start dates per year for you to earn your BSN degree. In your hybrid program, you will complete a combination of online coursework,² in-person skills labs, in-person immersive simulation and clinical rotations.

With multiple nursing pathways available, GCU’s accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program is designed for individuals who have either a non-nursing degree or for those with transfer credits or no prior coursework.

There are several reasons to pursue your BSN degree, such as:

Online Coursework

Online course material, teaching you critical nursing knowledge²

Simulation and Skills Labs

In-person immersive simulation and skills labs that allow you to exercise your skills and clinical judgement before putting them into practice with patients

Professional Support

Support, guidance and expertise from qualified nursing faculty

Why GCU

Why Choose GCU for Your ABSN in Florida?

GCU offers a full-time, 16-month accelerated nursing program in Florida for those wanting to transition into nursing.¹ After graduating with your BSN, you will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN^®) exam to earn your nursing license.

GCU is an institutionally accredited university,⁴ offering programs that educate with a Christian worldview in mind. This means you can gain a nursing education while integrating important aspects and principles of your faith into your courses and your career.

$82,850

In May 2024, nurses in Florida had a median annual salary of $82,850, according to the BLS.³

Admission

Admission Process for GCU’s Accelerated BSN Program in Florida

In order to gain admission into GCU’s ABSN program in Florida, you must meet certain criteria, such as cumulative GPA and prerequisite course requirements. To learn more about ABSN prerequisite courses and requirements, fill out the form on this page to get in contact with a university counselor.

Learning Sites

Florida ABSN Learning Sites

Prepare to study nursing through GCU’s accelerated nursing program in Florida and begin your nursing journey today.

View our Postsecondary State Authorizations and SARA and State Disclosures information for Florida.

Miami – Learning Site

Orlando – Learning Site

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Secondary Applicants must transfer a minimum of 60 of the required 123 credits or have completed a baccalaureate degree which includes nine prerequisite courses/labs and 10 general education courses prior to starting the core nursing courses, which can be completed in as few as 16 months. Direct Entry Applicants that do not transfer 60 credits but meet the minimum requirements can complete these credits through GCU prior to starting the core nursing courses. Depending on the state where student has enrolled or intends to complete the program, student may require additional courses. This may include, but is not limited to, additional general education courses, courses in the major, clinical courses, or a different course sequence. See the University Policy Handbook
Clinical, practicum and immersion hours completed locally.
For more information on the accreditation of nursing programs and other university approvals, please visit our University Accreditation and Regulations page.
The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Registered Nurses, as of May 2024, retrieved June 4, 2025. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2024 may be atypical compared to prior years. The pandemic may also impact the predicted future workforce outcomes indicated by the BLS. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers from across the country and designated areas within the country with varying levels of education and experience and does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as registered nurses. It also does not reflect a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. You may also wish to compare median salaries if you are considering more than one career path. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, and accept employment from, determines salary not only based on education, but also individual characteristics and skills and fit to that organization (among other categories) against a pool of candidates.