Rivier University’s new accelerated nursing program draws strong enrollment in first year
Rivier University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program has launched with strong enrollment, advancing the University’s commitment to strengthening the region’s healthcare workforce.
The University anticipates enrolling more than 200 students in the program’s first year, reflecting strong demand for an accelerated pathway into the nursing profession. Designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another discipline, the ABSN program provides an intensive, high-quality nursing education that prepares graduates to enter the workforce quickly and confidently in as little as 16 months.
“The response to our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program launch represents an important step forward in expanding access to a nursing education while helping meet the urgent healthcare workforce needs in New Hampshire and beyond,” says Sister Paula Marie Buley, IHM, President.
The program combines rigorous academic coursework, hands-on clinical experiences, and state-of-the-art simulation learning to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s healthcare environments. Students benefit from Rivier University’s longstanding tradition of excellence in nursing education with its ranking as the #1 nursing school in New Hampshire, experienced faculty mentors, and partnerships with healthcare organizations throughout the region.
As healthcare systems nationwide continue to face nursing shortages, the ABSN program positions Rivier as a key contributor to workforce development and community health initiatives.
“Enrollment in our accelerated nursing program demonstrates the critical role Rivier is playing in addressing the nursing workforce shortage,” says Dr. Paula Williams, Dean of the Division of Nursing and Health Professions and Vice President for Academic Affairs. “Our graduates will enter the field faster, highly trained, and ready to deliver exceptional care—exactly what our communities need.”
For more information about the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, as well as Rivier’s portfolio of nursing programs from the associate to doctoral level, visit rivier.edu/nursing.