B.S. in Nursing Programs in New York City Two Pathways. One Degree. Request More Info Attend an Info Session FAQs Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Nursing Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology Earn Your Bachelor's in Nursing in the Heart of New York City Nursing Programs at the Katz School of Science and Health245 East 41st Street, Midtown Manhattan | katznursing@yu.edu | 646-592-4753The Katz School of Science and Health offers two pathways to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing — a Transfer B.S. in Nursing for students with 62+ college credits or an associate's degree, and an Accelerated B.S. in Nursing for students with a bachelor's degree in any non-nursing field. Both programs deliver a competency-based curriculum aligned with the AACN's 2026 Essentials Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education and prepare graduates to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensing exam.Why Choose ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Katz School for Nursing in NYC? Location: 245 East 41st Street, Midtown Manhattan, two blocks from Grand Central Station, the most centrally located nursing program in New York CityFacilities: 15,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art Nursing Simulation & Skills Center, opened 2024 and one of the largest and most modern nursing facilities in NYCOutcomes: The inaugural class of the Katz School's accelerated bachelor's in nursing achieved a 96% pass rate on the NCLEX-RN, outpacing the national average.Clinical Education: Seven clinical rotations at top NYC-metro hospitals across five specialties: medical-surgical, maternity, psychiatric, pediatric, community nursing, and transition to practiceAI in Nursing: Optional AI in Nursing elective, one of the first programs of its kind in New York CityAccreditation: Registered by NYSED Board of RegentsFaculty: Nationally recognized nursing faculty with active clinical practice and research Which Nursing Program is Right for Me?Choose the pathway that fits where you are right now. Both lead to a Bachelor of Science from ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ and prepare you to practice as a registered nurse at New York City's world-class hospitals. Transfer B.S. in NursingIf you have at least 62 undergraduate credits or an associate's degree — but have not yet earned a bachelor's degree — the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Katz School of Science and Health Transfer B.S. in Nursing is your direct path to a nursing career. This 21-month, 62-credit program counts your prior academic work toward admission and gets you to the bedside faster. You'll complete nursing coursework, simulation training, and seven clinical rotations at top NYC hospitals. Learn more about the Transfer B.S. in Nursing Accelerated B.S. in NursingIf you hold a bachelor's degree in any field other than nursing, the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Katz School of Science and Health Accelerated B.S. in Nursing is your fast track to a new career. This 16-month, 62-credit program is built for motivated career changers from every professional background — business, education, the sciences, the arts, and beyond. In four consecutive full-time semesters, you'll complete nursing coursework, simulation training, and seven clinical rotations at top NYC hospitals. Learn more about the Accelerated B.S. in Nursing Tour Our Nursing FacilityOur 15,000 sq. ft. Nursing Simulation & Skills Center is one of the largest and most modern nursing training facilities in New York City. Opened in 2024, the center features high-fidelity simulation labs, clinical skills stations, and patient care environments designed to mirror real hospital settings — so you're ready for clinical rotations from day one. Located at 245 East 41st Street in Midtown Manhattan, the building is two blocks from Grand Central Station and surrounded by some of New York's leading academic medical centers, including Bellevue Hospital, NYC Health + Hospitals (HHC), Montefiore, Maimonidies Medical Center, Cavalry Hospital, and Mount Sinai. Apply or Request Information Applications are open now for Fall 2026. Priority deadline: April 15. Rolling admissions continue until cohorts are full.Apply online: yu.edu/katz/admissionsAttend an information session: yu.edu/katz/info-sessionsRequest information: katznursing@yu.edu | 646-592-4753 Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat's the difference between the Transfer and Accelerated B.S. in Nursing programs at ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Katz?The Transfer B.S. in Nursing is for students with 62+ undergraduate credits or an associate's degree who have not yet earned a bachelor's degree — it takes 21 months across 5 semesters. The Accelerated B.S. in Nursing is for career changers who already hold a bachelor's degree in any non-nursing field — it takes 16 months across 4 semesters. Both programs complete 62 nursing credits, follow the same competency-based curriculum aligned with the AACN's 2026 Essentials, and award a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ.Do both programs lead to the same degree?Yes. Both the Transfer and Accelerated B.S. in Nursing at ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ award a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Graduates of both programs are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensing exam and apply for registered nurse (RN) licensure in New York State.Where are the Katz School nursing programs located?Both programs are located at 245 East 41st Street in Midtown Manhattan — two blocks from Grand Central Station, accessible by the 4/5/6, Metro-North, and the LIRR. The building includes a 15,000 sq. ft. nursing simulation and skills center, health assessment labs, and clinical skills labs.What is the NCLEX-RN pass rate at ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Katz?The inaugural class of the Katz School's accelerated bachelor's in nursing achieved a 96% pass rate on the NCLEX-RN, outpacing the national average.Are the nursing programs accredited?Yes. Both programs are registered by NYSED Board of Regents. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN and obtain RN licensure in New York State.What clinical rotations are included in the B.S. in Nursing programs?Both the Transfer and Accelerated B.S. in Nursing programs include seven clinical rotations at hospitals and healthcare agencies across the NYC metro area: Medical-Surgical Nursing I, Medical-Surgical Nursing II, Maternity Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Community and Population Health Nursing, and Transition to Practice. All placements are coordinated by the program.Is there an AI in Nursing course?Yes. Both programs offer an optional AI in Nursing elective — one of the first nursing electives of its kind in New York City. Students explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping clinical practice, including diagnostic AI, clinical decision support tools, intelligent documentation, and patient monitoring systems.
