Accelerated BSN Programs in Massachusetts (2026)

2 accelerated BSN programs for Massachusetts career changers — partner matches first, then a filterable completion-times directory.

Key takeaways for Massachusetts ABSN students

  • 2 accelerated BSN programs in our Massachusetts directory (duration ≤ 24 months).
  • Shortest listed ABSN in Massachusetts: 16 months.
  • Listed ABSN tuition ranges from $72,000 to $90,651 total.
  • Registered nurses in Massachusetts earn $112,610/year on average (BLS OES).
  • Massachusetts is not an NLC compact state; graduates need Massachusetts licensure (or endorsement) to practice there.

Last verified 2026-09-21.

Limited ABSN listings in Massachusetts

Our directory currently shows fewer than 5 accelerated BSN programs based in Massachusetts. Many career changers also enroll in online ABSN programs authorized for Massachusetts students, with clinical placement coordinated locally. Browse the Massachusetts nursing program hub for related pathways.

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ABSN Programs

16 mo

Fastest Option

$72,000

Lowest Tuition

$113K

Avg RN Salary

Accelerated BSN Programs Listed for Massachusetts

2 accelerated BSN programs — 2 on-campus or hybrid, 0 primarily online.

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2 accelerated BSN programs in our Massachusetts directory (11 BSN pathways total, including longer tracks). Compare completion times below →

Massachusetts BSN / ABSN programs by completion time

Among 11 Massachusetts BSN / ABSN programs with listed completion times, the shortest runs 16 months (Northeastern University – Bouvé College of Health Sciences, BSN) and listed durations extend to 48 months. Program data current as of 2026-09-21.

Delivery

Showing 11 of 11 programs. Default order: shortest duration.

Massachusetts programs sorted by shortest listed completion time; click column headers to re-sort
Regis CollegeBSNOn Campus16$72,000
Northeastern University – Bouvé College of Health SciencesBSNHybrid16$90,651
Western Governors UniversityBSNOnline36$35,700
Aspen UniversityBSNOnline36$28,800
National UniversityBSNOnline36$45,000
Joyce University of Nursing and Health SciencesBSNOnline36$52,000
Excelsior UniversityBSNOnline36$30,000
American Public University SystemBSNOnline36$27,000
Simmons UniversityBSNOn Campus48$80,000
Boston CollegeBSNOn Campus48$220,000
Southern New Hampshire UniversityBSNOnline48$50,400

Source: MyNursingSchools program directory as of 2026-09-21. Programs without a listed duration are omitted.

Why an Accelerated BSN Is the Fastest Path for Career Changers in Massachusetts

Massachusetts lists 2 accelerated tracks against 11 BSN programs overall, the quickest finishing in 16 months. Graduates sit the same NCLEX-RN as traditional BSN graduates and compete for the same Massachusetts hospital postings.

With registered nurses in Massachusetts earning an average of $112,610 per year and 5.3% job growth projected through 2032, an ABSN typically pays back inside 2 to 4 years for in-state public programs — significantly faster than restarting with a traditional 4-year BSN.

Massachusetts does not participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). ABSN graduates who plan to work outside Massachusetts will need to apply for licensure by endorsement in each additional state.

Weighing an ABSN against a traditional BSN, the ADN-then-RN-to-BSN route, or a direct-entry MSN? Compare the four second-degree pathways — typical length, end credential, and who each one suits.

How to Choose an Accelerated BSN Program in Massachusetts

Accreditation

Verify accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Massachusetts hospitals and graduate programs recognize both bodies; non-accredited programs will close doors at hiring.

Clinical Placement Model

Ask whether the program guarantees clinical placement or makes you find your own. In Massachusetts, urban areas have abundant clinical sites; rural and online ABSNs sometimes leave placement to the student, which can delay graduation.

Total Cost & Aid Eligibility

Listed ABSN tuition in Massachusetts ranges from $72,000 to $90,651 total. Ask Massachusetts hospital systems about sponsorship that pays tuition against a 2–3 year post-graduation employment commitment — availability is regional, and it is the single largest lever on net cost.

NCLEX-RN Pass Rate Track Record

Compare first-time NCLEX-RN pass rates across Massachusetts ABSN programs. A pattern of 90%+ first-time pass rates indicates strong curriculum and student support; rates below 80% are a warning sign.

How long does an accelerated BSN take in Massachusetts?
Accelerated BSN (ABSN) programs available to Massachusetts students typically run 12 to 18 months of full-time, year-round study. Among ABSN programs listed for Massachusetts, the fastest option is 16 months. ABSN programs compress the BSN curriculum by skipping general-education prerequisites already completed during a prior bachelor's degree.
Which Massachusetts schools have the shortest nursing completion times?
Among 11 Massachusetts BSN programs with listed durations, the shortest completion time is 16 months (Northeastern University – Bouvé College of Health Sciences). See the completion-times table on this page for the full ranked list. Program data current as of 2026-09-21.
How to get a BSN in 1.3 years in Massachusetts?
The shortest listed Massachusetts BSN pathway in our directory is 16 months (1.3 years) at Northeastern University – Bouvé College of Health Sciences. Accelerated second-degree ABSN cohorts for career changers commonly finish in 12–18 months after prerequisites. Compare accredited options in the completion-times table below.
Who qualifies for an accelerated BSN program in Massachusetts?
Northeastern University – Bouvé College of Health Sciences and Regis College — 2 institutions, 2 accelerated tracks listed for Massachusetts, the quickest 16 months. Each sets its own admission bar. RN licences are issued by the Massachusetts board of nursing on a 2-year renewal cycle with 15 CE contact hours required.
How much does an accelerated BSN cost in Massachusetts?
Among ABSN programs listed for Massachusetts, total tuition ranges from $72,000 to $90,651. Public university ABSN tuition tends to be lower; private and accelerated-cohort programs are typically higher because they compress 4 years of curriculum into 12–18 months. Federal financial aid, hospital sponsorships, and specialty loans (e.g., Nurse Faculty Loan Program) can offset costs.
Can I do an accelerated BSN online in Massachusetts?
No. All 2 tracks listed for Massachusetts — at Northeastern University – Bouvé College of Health Sciences and Regis College — run campus-based or hybrid, so expect to travel to a physical site for labs.
Is an accelerated BSN worth it in Massachusetts?
For career changers in Massachusetts, the math is favorable. RNs in Massachusetts earn an average of $112,610 per year (BLS May 2024), with 5.3% job growth projected through 2032. An ABSN typically pays back inside 2 to 4 years for in-state public programs and 4 to 7 years for private programs — significantly faster than restarting with a traditional 4-year BSN.
Do Massachusetts hospitals hire new ABSN graduates?
Yes, but the licence does not travel: Massachusetts is outside the Nurse Licensure Compact, so working anywhere else means licensure by endorsement — start it before you move, not after.

Massachusetts Nursing License Information for ABSN Graduates

Renewal Cycle

2 years

CE Hours Required

15 hours

NLC Compact

No — single-state license

Source: Massachusetts Board of Nursing

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