Second Degree BSN: Accelerated Nursing Program in Albuquerque, NM

Q: What is the cost of the Albuquerque second degree BSN program?

The cost of the Second Degree Nursing program is $49,476. The price listed above is all inclusive with the exception of the New Mexico Gross Receipt Tax of 7.875%, which will be added to the tuition shown above and will reflect on the enrollment agreement.

About the Second Degree BSN Program in Albuquerque

Are you ready for a career change to nursing? If you already have a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, then you’re in the right place. Through our second degree (accelerated) BSN program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you can build off your previous college education and earn your second degree in nursing in as little as two and a half years.

Earn your BSN degree in the shortest time possible. After earning your bachelor’s degree, you will be eligible for the NCLEX-RN certification exam to begin your career as a licensed Registered Nurse (RN). To learn more about our second degree BSN program, fill out the information request form below, and one of our helpful admissions representatives will reach out to you shortly.

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What You’ll Learn

The Albuquerque second degree nursing program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training exercises and laboratory simulations to provide you all the experience you’ll need before entering the field. You will also participate in a clinical externship to further prepare you for a successful transition into your nursing career. Our BSN courses will prepare you for the various processes, responsibilities, and medical procedures of nursing. You will also learn how to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within various clinical settings.

Your clinical training will provide you with experience in either a hospital, laboratory, or clinic to supplement your BSN classes. Our goal is to help you develop the necessary skills and competencies to provide nursing care across the healthcare continuum.

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Admissions Requirements for the Albuquerque ABSN Program

Enrollment in the Albuquerque Second Degree BSN program includes the following steps for admission.

1 Meet with Admissions Representative (virtual or in-person)

2 Begin the Brookline Enrollment Process

3 Submit any previous college transcripts for free evaluation

4 Schedule & Pass TEAS entrance assessment

5 Complete FAFSA & Financial Aid Interview

Second Degree BSN Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

We created our Albuquerque second degree BSN program curriculum with your career goals in mind. Through a combination of classroom instruction, simulation labs, and hands-on training, you’ll be fully equipped to take on your first position as a nurse. Furthermore, our second degree BSN program will prepare you to take the NCLEX-RN exam once you’ve graduated.

Here are some of the topics covered by our second degree BSN courses:

Fundamentals of Nursing
Pharmacology
Informatics
Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Leadership, Ethics, and Policy in Healthcare
Adult Health

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Male and Female nursing students in blue scrubs

This is a great place to go to school and I feel very fortunate to have been accepted to the accelerated nursing program. The admissions people were the nicest and very helpful. Faculty seem very attentive and helpful with students. The building is very new with state of the art equipment I am looking forward to attending this college in September!

– Jonathan F.

The Albuquerque Campus

Brookline College has two convenient locations in Albuquerque, each with recently updated simulation labs that immerse our students in real-world healthcare environments.

The main campus offers a welcoming open interior with outstanding, hands-on instructional classrooms for programs in nursing, medical assisting, patient care technology, and medical billing and coding. It also offers a modern computer lab and quiet study lounge.

Both campuses host a learning resource center, where students can study, complete research, and expand their knowledge. The Learning Resource Center contains books, periodicals, computers, and multiple databases and specialized programs to assist students in all aspects of their education and learning. Outside of class, students can chat and unwind in one of the campus break rooms, eat their lunch, or visit one of our nearby restaurants or coffee shops.

Job Placement Assistance

At Brookline College, our commitment to you doesn’t end with graduation. Our career services team will help you in every way possible to land your first nursing job. Through résumé workshops, job searches, and mock interviews, you can count on us for career support long after earning your bachelor’s degree.

Fixed Tuition Cost

With fixed tuition, you’ll know exactly what your education will cost, from start to finish. Brookline can also help you search and apply for college grants, scholarships, and loans. Albuquerque’s financial aid department will help you explore all the available options that can help you cover the cost of your nursing education.

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This school is amazing, everyone is so nice and really Makes me feel wanted and like I am going to succeed. If you're looking for a career path this is such a great school to go to!! Thank you to everyone at Brookline for making me feel like I can become someone!

– Ashly D.

Campus Location

The main campus is located just west of the Rio Grande on US RTE 66, minutes away from all the major highways. This location offers ease of access, ample parking, and convenient access to multiple restaurants and stores. About10 miles north of our main campus on RTE 45 sits the Brookline College Albuquerque extension site. Focused solely on nursing education, this campus is nestled in the Cottonwood Mall area. Our campus is surrounded by shopping and restaurants, with easy access to and from all the main highways.

Albuquerque Main Campus

4201 Central Avenue N.W.
Suite J
Albuquerque, NM 87105

888-717-0199
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Albuquerque is the most populous city in the state of New Mexico. It offers the perfect balance between all the amenities of a large city and the slower pace of the rural southwest. Albuquerque is proud of its rich culture and heritage, celebrated in more than 100 local art galleries and studios.

The city is also known for its world-renowned cuisine, with some of the best restaurants the southwest has to offer. For the more adventurous souls, take a trip to the Sandia Foothills, where you’ll find amazing hiking trails that lead to beautiful views of the city. Whether you’re a foodie, an outdoor adventurer, a museum buff, or just looking for a quiet place to take in some breathtaking landscape views, Albuquerque has something for everyone.

Commonly Asked Questions

Does Brookline College offer a Second Degree Nursing program near me?

Our Second Degree Nursing program accepts students from many areas in Albuquerque and its surrounding cities and states, including but not limited to some of the following areas in New Mexico.

Belen, NM	Bernalillo, NM	Corrales, NM
Espanola, NM	Grants, NM	Las Vegas, NM
Los Alamos, NM	Los Lunas, NM	Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
North Valley, NM	Rio Rancho, NM	Santa Fe, NM
Socorro, NM	South Valley, NM	Taos, NM

How long is the Albuquerque second degree BSN program?

At Brookline College, college graduates with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree can earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in as little as 16 months.

What is the cost of the Albuquerque second degree BSN program?

The cost of the Second Degree Nursing program is $49,476.*

*The price listed above is all inclusive with the exception of the New Mexico Gross Receipt Tax of 7.875%, which will be added to the tuition shown above and will reflect on the enrollment agreement.

What certifications will I be eligible for upon completing the Albuquerque second degree BSN program?

As a BSN nursing graduate, you will be qualified to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become a licensed Registered Nurse (RN). This pre-licensure nursing program can also prepare you to continue your education if you choose to pursue a Master’s Degree in Nursing.

What classes will I take to earn my second degree in nursing?

Students enrolled in the second degree BSN program in Albuquerque can expect to take classes in the following subjects:

Health Assessment
Pharmacology
Informatics
Research and Evidence-based Practice
Leadership, Ethics, and Policy in Healthcare
Adult Health

When is the Albuquerque campus open to students?

The Brookline College Albuquerque campus is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does the Albuquerque campus offer free student parking?

The Brookline College Albuquerque campus offers plenty of free parking for students. While parking is ample, it can fill up quickly during busy class times.

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What You’ll Learn

Admissions Requirements for the Albuquerque ABSN Program

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The Albuquerque Campus

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Fixed Tuition Cost

Campus Location

Albuquerque Main Campus

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Albuquerque Second Degree BSN Program

Earn your ABSN degree in as little as 16 months

About the Second Degree BSN Program in Albuquerque

Get Started

What You’ll Learn

Admissions Requirements for the Albuquerque ABSN Program

Second Degree BSN Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

The Albuquerque Campus

Job Placement Assistance

Fixed Tuition Cost

Campus Location

Albuquerque Main Campus

Commonly Asked Questions

Get Started

Latest News

Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing

12 Reasons Why the Demand for Nurses Is Growing

The Role of Nurses in Community Health

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Albuquerque Second
Degree BSN Program

Earn your ABSN degree
in as little as 16 months