ABSN Program in New Orleans
If becoming a nurse is your calling, Tulane University’s accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (aBSN) program in New Orleans can set you on a path to accomplishing your goal. Our accelerated BSN program builds upon your previous college experience, allowing you to earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in as few as 16 months.
Our accelerated BSN program is comprised of online learning, hands-on nursing skills labs and simulation experiences, and clinical rotations. This blended model provides you with both the flexibility of online learning and the critical experiential learning necessary for a nursing career.
With three start dates a year, in January, May, and September, you can be well on your way to earning your BSN and becoming a registered nurse sooner than you might think. Our accelerated BSN program instills in you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and earn your nursing license.
Attending Tulane University’s
New Orleans ABSN Program
The Tulane University Program of Nursing is located at:
School of Medicine
131 S. Robertson St., Suite 429
New Orleans, LA 70112
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone Number:
Why Should You Study Nursing in New Orleans?
While our accelerated BSN program includes online learning, the program is not 100% online. Students must commute to our school in New Orleans to attend nursing skills labs and simulation experiences. Students must also travel to local healthcare facilities in the New Orleans area for clinical rotations. Fortunately, New Orleans is a vibrant city full of culture, making it an exciting place to call home.
Exceptional Healthcare Network
Clinical rotations are a critical aspect of our aBSN program in New Orleans. They are both an opportunity to gain real-world experience in providing direct patient care and an introduction to New Orleans’s healthcare network.
While we cannot guarantee where your clinical placements will occur, you will work alongside talented healthcare professionals in various clinical settings. This is a chance to build connections with healthcare professionals, potentially creating career opportunities.
Demand for Registered Nurses
Registered nurses, especially BSN-educated nurses, are in demand nationwide. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Louisiana employed 43,790 nurses as of May 2022, ranking 15th of 54 U.S. states and territories in registered nurse employment concentration (BLS). Additionally, the New Orleans–Metairie, LA, metro area employs the most registered nurses in the state: 13,370 in total (BLS).
Newly licensed registered nurses will have exciting employment opportunities. Between 2022 and 2030, Louisiana is projected to see 2,270 job openings each year (BLS). You will also find lucrative compensation. The average salary for registered nurses in the New Orleans–Metairie, LA, metro area is $78,470, higher than the state’s average of $73,180 (BLS).
More Benefits of Moving to
New Orleans
In addition to the demand for registered nurses, there are many other benefits of relocating to attend Tulane’s aBSN program in New Orleans. New Orleans is a unique and exciting place to call home while pursuing your nursing education. Thriving with arts, culture and history, the city always offers something to do when you’re not attending class or studying.
Area Attractions
Our aBSN program in New Orleans places our students within walking and driving distance of all types of attractions.
Arts, culture, nature and history are readily available throughout New Orleans. Some nearby attractions include:
- Lafayette Square
- St. Louis Cathedral
- Saenger Theatre
- Ogden Theatre
- New Orleans Museum of Art
- City Park
- Audubon Aquarium / Insectarium
Nearby Amenities
New Orleans is home to a thriving food culture, offering many diverse restaurants and cafes to explore.
From iconic New Orleans restaurants to local haunts and coffee shops, here are a few spots within walking and driving distance of the school:
- French Truck Coffee
- Café Du Monde
- Willa Jean
- Cochon
- Commander’s Palace
- Mandina’s
- Ruby Slipper Café
Accommodations
New Orleans offers many hotel options near the school for your visiting friends and family. There are also plenty of shopping locations to find what you need to settle into your new home.
Below are a few places within driving distance of the school:
- Home Depot
- Riverwalk Outlets (shopping mall)
- Walmart Supercenter
- Costco
- Whole Foods
A Look into Tulane’s Program of Nursing in New Orleans
The aBSN program in New Orleans is located inside the Tulane Medical Center and features classrooms and state-of-the-art nursing skills labs. These labs include equipment you would find inside hospitals and other healthcare facilities, as well as high-tech manikins that simulate lifelike responses to medical procedures.
The aBSN Program of Nursing can be more than a place to attend class. The site also houses common areas where you can complete online coursework or meet with other nursing and medical students. The site has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I apply to Tulane’s ABSN program?
Our accelerated BSN program has three start dates per year: January, May, and September. Learn more about our admission process to prepare to apply for your ideal start date.
Are there prerequisites for Tulane’s ABSN program?
Our admission requirements include completing prerequisites, which consist of core and foundational science courses. Students must earn a 3.0 cumulative GPA and complete prerequisites no more than seven years before applying.
Is the ABSN program 100% online?
While our accelerated BSN program includes some online coursework, the program is not 100% online. Our curriculum contains on-site components so you can gain hands-on experience: nursing simulation experiences and clinical rotations. These experiential learning components of the accelerated BSN program provide an opportunity to familiarize yourself with working as a registered nurse.
Earn Your BSN in New Orleans
Are you ready to pursue a nursing career?
Contact us to learn more about our aBSN program in New Orleans.