About the Program
The accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) program at our Sioux Falls site, which we also offer at our Aberdeen site and our Rapid City site, is designed for students who have completed a bachelor's degree in any field and wish to obtain a B.S.N. The program takes 12 months to complete and starts once a year. In Sioux Falls, the program starts in August. Students take coursework and participate in lecture, on-campus labs and clinical rotations in Sioux Falls and surrounding communities. Classes meet on the campus of Southeast Technical Institute in the Terrance Sullivan Health Science Center.
Main Information
Before applying to the accelerated B.S.N. program, students must:
- Apply to SDSU for general admission to the university.
- Complete the pre-requisite courses listed the curriculum plan (you can verify course equivalences on the transfer equivalency site).
- Meet the technical standards and eligibility requirements.
Please call or email our academic advisor in Sioux Falls if you have any questions.
Tuition Information
| State | Price Per Credit | Est. curriculum cost |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota Residents | $408 | $25,296 |
South Dakota Advantage | $408 | $25,296 |
| Non-Resident | $525 | $32,550 |
Minnesota Reciprocity | $458 | $28,396 |
» Estimated cost is based on 2022-2023 Board of Regents tuition and fees.
» Additional costs will be incurred throughout the B.S.N. program, including but not limited to textbooks, background checks, AIT bundle, etc.
Financial Aid
SDSU is committed to helping students find the resources available to help pay for college — our Office of Financial Aid is here for you.
The application to the accelerated B.S.N. program in Sioux Falls is available on NursingCAS by October 15 each year. The priority deadline is January 25. Any changes or updates to this deadline can be found on the application page.
Once all applications are reviewed, eligible applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview. Interviews are typically done in early April.
Admitted students must:
- Purchase a laptop computer that meets our computer requirement (unless you already have one).
- Complete the undergraduate nursing compliance requirements.
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