Nursing Degree Programs

A milestone education in Nursing

Whether you’re looking to get into the field of nursing, or want to advance your skills further and perfect the quality of care you provide, Goodwin has the program you need to achieve your goal! We offer nursing degrees at associate, bachelor’s, and master’s levels.

Career entry programs

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certificate
Looking to get on the fast track to a rewarding and in-demand career in nursing? At Goodwin University, you can earn your Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certificate in as few as 16-24 months! Learn more about our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.

Associate degree in Nursing (RN) program
Take the first step in your nursing career and become a Registered Nurse! Our associate degree in Nursing will prepare you with the skills and experience you need to begin working in the field as an RN. At Goodwin, you have the ability to complete the coursework for your associate degree in Nursing in as few as 20 months part-time*. Learn more about our associate degree in Nursing program.

*Additional time required to complete prerequisite courses

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program
This program is geared towards individuals that already have a bachelor’s degree (minimum 3.0 GPA to qualify) in a non-nursing major from a regionally-accredited college or university. This accelerated second bachelor’s degree program will allow you to get licensed as an RN and working in the field quickly. Learn more about our ABSN completion program.

Career advancement programs

RN-to-BSN completion program
After you pass the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) and are licensed as an RN, you may continue on to complete your bachelor’s degree in Nursing at Goodwin. The curriculum for our RN-to-BSN Degree program can be completed part-time in 16 months or uniquely designed to fit your needs. For added flexibility, the RN-to-BSN curriculum is offered completely online allowing you to complete your degree while working and managing life’s other responsibilities. Learn more about our RN-to-BSN completion program.

Master’s in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program
It’s never too late to learn something new. Learn to master holistic practices that help you see the whole patient-care picture. Seek stability. Seek fulfillment. Seek a school that’s flexible for you. Our FNP program can be completed online and in as few as 27 months year-round. Already have your BSN? Perfect! Learn more about our FNP degree program.

Master’s in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program
Master your education in mental health and make your dreams of becoming a psychiatric-nurse practitioner possible. Teach patients how to positively handle stress while promoting healthy life choices. Learn to holistically care for patients’ well-being across the life span and lead the way to a rewarding career that will continually influence and improve communities. Learn more about our PMHNP degree program.

Scholarships available

We have been awarded scholarship assistance through CT Health Horizons initiative to increase and diversify the nursing profession in Connecticut. Students who are enrolled in the ABSN, RN-BSN or MHNP programs and are Pell Grant eligible or live in an Alliance School District may qualify for up to $10,000 through this initiative. Ask your Financial Aid advisor for more information about your eligibility.

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The associate degree Nursing program at Goodwin University at the campus located in East Hartford, Connecticut is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 404-975-5000

The ADN program was granted initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Nursing in Education in November 2005. As of September 20, 2018, ACEN accreditation was renewed for 8 years. The next evaluation visit is scheduled for the fall of 2026.

The NCLEX first-time pass rate for the year May 1, 2023-April 30, 2024, was 89% according to the NCSBN. Program completion rate within 150% of the permissible time frame for the Nursing Program is 79.9% (September 2022-August 2023). Between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024, there were 187 graduates. 100% of the December 2022 graduates attained a score of 77% or greater on each of the end-of-program student learning outcomes.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing (RN-to-BSN and ABSN) at Goodwin University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. Goodwin University is a member of SARA and therefore can offer our RN-to-BSN program to residents of other SARA states.

The RN-to-BSN program was granted initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) in February 2016. As of February 10, 2021, the accreditation was renewed for 10 years, extending to December 31, 2031. The ABSN program, which was offered for the first time in Fall 2019 per CCNE is included under this initial BSN accreditation. The next evaluation visit is scheduled for Spring of 2031.

Secondary to the delay in ADN graduates being able to take the NCLEX related to COVID 19, graduates from the associate degree program at Goodwin University only, may be admitted to the RN-BSN track and take NUR 300 and NUR 310 without an RN license. This interim policy became effective for the April 2020 graduates and will remain in place until NCLEX testing centers resume their regular scheduling processes.

The master's degree program in Nursing at Goodwin University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Goodwin University is a member of SARA and therefore can offer our MSN program to residents of other SARA states.