Meet the ABSN Community

Welcome to the Accelerated 2^nd Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing community at The University of New Mexico College of Nursing.

Designed for students who already hold a bachelor's degree, this fast-paced, pre-licensure program builds on previous education and prepares graduates to enter the nursing workforce sooner.

Find out why the UNM College of Nursing ABSN degree option is chosen by many as the path to becoming a BSN-prepared nurse.

The ABSN program is a rigorous yet rewarding journey, where students will navigate challenges and celebrate meaningful milestones over four short semesters. I am passionate about supporting each and every student in becoming safe, competent, and compassionate nurses.

— Cassandra Figgs, MSN, RN, CEN, Accelerated BSN Program Director and Lecturer I

The ABSN program at UNM has been wonderful; the faculty and staff are very supportive and help each student to reach their goals. It is just what my family needed – a top-notch program here at home with an accelerated option! I couldn’t be happier with my experience.”

— Brittany Acklin, Accelerated BSN alumna

When I was growing up, I would visit the hospital in my rural community on the Navajo Nation reservation, and I saw that there weren’t a lot of health care workers. I wanted to be part of increasing and improving the health care in my community.

— Sharia Betsoi, Accelerated BSN alumna