Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
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72
Total Credits
7 or 14 Weeks
Class Length
September
Start Date
Advance your Career with an Associate Degree in Nursing.
Whether you’re looking to advance or start a new career, Rivier University’s ASN degree prepares you to move directly into beginning nursing positions in hospitals and other acute-care and extended-care facilities, and other structured healthcare settings. Designed for high school graduates, career-changers, and those who have earned a bachelor’s degree in another discipline, the ASN program provides the academic preparation necessary to take National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and become a registered nurse.
State-of-the-art Nursing Simulation Labs
Rivier’s Nursing Simulation and Clinical Education Center is home to some of the most sophisticated nursing simulation technology. Learning in this environment provides the highest level of preparation before caring for live patients.
LPN to ASN Opportunity
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) can receive advanced standing in the degree program. Advanced standing reduces the number of courses you need to complete at the University, enabling you to finish your degree in less time and at a lower cost. In addition to expanded care and job opportunities, on average registered nurses earn 50% more than LPNs.
Accreditations and Awards
#1 Nursing School in New Hampshire
A Top 50 Private Nursing School Nationally
All Rivier University nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Rivier University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Pursue your
dream job.
Career Opportunities
- Registered nurses
- Specialty nurses (e.g., medical-surgical, pediatric, oncology, etc.)
- School nurses
- Public health nurses
- Social services nurses
$86,070 Median Salary
The median annual salary for Registered Nurses in May 20231. Salaries vary by specialty, years of experience, and the state in which you practice.
Rivier’s Program Works For You
Affordable
Earn a competitive degree at a competitive price.
Personal
Small class sizes, simulation training, and real-world experience provide the skills you need for success.
Flexible
Evening classes let you work while you earn your degree, and new terms start every 7 weeks.
Proven Success
The average first-time NCLEX pass rate (2016-2021) for Rivier’s ASN-prepared nurses was 89.9%.
Strategic Partners Program
Clinical opportunities with Rivier’s Strategic Partners offer you real-world experience as part of your degree program. Additionally, employees of Rivier’s Partners are eligible for tuition discounts. View a complete list of Rivier’s Strategic Partners.
About Rivier University
Rivier University is a Catholic institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds and provides a transformative and supportive educational experience.
Located in Nashua, New Hampshire, just over the Massachusetts border, the University is easily accessible to residents of both states.
Rivier is dedicated to educating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our graduates excel professionally, academically, and in service to their communities.
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