Accelerated 3+ Generalist Nursing

Accelerated 3+ Generalist Nursing

The Accelerated 3+ option in Generalist Nursing is offered through the School of Nursing in the College of Science and Health at DePaul University. This Accelerated 3+ option is only available to Pathways Honors students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in one of the following programs at DePaul:

Following three years of undergraduate study at DePaul, you will begin work on your two-year MSN program in Generalist Nursing in DePaul's School of Nursing. The MSN in Generalist Nursing program provides advanced education for general professional practice. The program prepares you for:

  • Licensure by examination (NCLEX-RN) which is required for entry into professional nursing practice
  • Advanced professional practice and leadership in health promotion and illness care
  • Collaboration and scholarship with others to meet the present and future health needs of society
  • Community service for vulnerable populations in the Vincentian tradition
  • Continuing academic and clinical education at the post-graduate and doctoral levels

Do you have any questions?

If you have questions about the Accelerated 3+ Generalist Nursing option, you may be able to find answers below.

  • Must I be a Pathways Honors student to pursue the Accelerated 3+ Generalist Nursing (MSN) program?

  • Am I guaranteed admission into DePaul’s School of Nursing?

  • What is the difference between the Accelerated 3+ Generalist Nursing option versus a traditional BSN program?

  • How do I know if a career as a Nurse is for me?

  • Do I need to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or any other standardized entrance exam?

  • What does that my 4th undergraduate year look like?

  • What is the cost savings of doing this program?

  • Are there certain criteria I need to meet along the way to be eligible for this Accelerated 3+ option?