The Making of a Nurse: Angela’s Journey Through GCU’s ABSN Program

When nursing graduate Angela Bergs decided to embark on a career change and pursue her dream of becoming a nurse, she knew achieving her goals would require something that many of us wish we had more of: time. Willing to invest that time to make her dreams a reality, Angela chose Grand Canyon University’s 16-month* accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program. This program provided the adaptability she needed to earn her degree while balancing all of life’s responsibilities.

In 18 months, Angela transformed her career and is now making a difference as a nurse. What can you achieve with GCU’s degree programs? Find out at http://www.gcu.edu/

About Grand Canyon University:
Founded in 1949, Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university and one of the largest universities in the country.** We’re committed to delivering an affordable and transformative higher education that serves its students, the community and God.

Based in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona with a vibrant, expansive campus, GCU integrates a welcoming Christian worldview into over 345 academic programs — including over 280 for online students (as of March 2024), giving you the personal freedom and support you need to earn your degree in the time you have – from wherever you are.

At GCU, we work to develop servant leaders. We challenge and inspire you to become an innovative thinker, effective communicator, global contributor and the kind of changemaker who invigorates your community by placing the interests of others before your own. GCU aims to not simply teach but provide a path to spiritual and emotional well-being in a welcoming Christian environment where we open our hearts to students.

GCU’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence has led to an exciting era of community impact and campus expansion. This expansion includes new residence halls, amenities, academic and athletic facilities and immersive, hands-on labs that allow for practical learning.

Whether you’re looking to earn a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree either online, on campus or on a hybrid schedule, GCU believes that higher education should be accessible to all with a supportive graduation team behind you. Learn more about GCU’s programs, competitive tuition rates and scholarship offers from your university counselor who takes a personalized approach to helping you achieve your goals.

Find your purpose at GCU. Private. Christian. Affordable.

Visit http://www.gcu.edu or start your journey at GCU today: https://www.gcu.edu/rmi/apply-now

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Approved by the Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions on Aug. 29, 2024.

*Secondary applicants must transfer a minimum of 60 of the required 123 credits or have completed a baccalaureate degree which includes nine prerequisite courses/labs and 10 general education courses prior to starting the core nursing courses, which can be completed in as few as 16 months. Direct entry applicants that do not transfer 60 credits but meet the minimum requirements can complete these credits through GCU prior to starting the core nursing courses. Depending on the state where student has enrolled or intends to complete the program, student may require additional courses. This may include, but is not limited to, additional general education courses, courses in the major, clinical courses or a different course sequence. See University Policy Handbook.
**National Center for Education Statistics. May 2021. Fast Facts: Highest Enrollment. Retrieved April 26, 2024.

Grand Canyon University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLCommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.