BSN Pacesetter

Pacesetter Accelerated BSN at a Glance

The Pacesetter BSN track is an entry-to-practice degree option designed for students looking to become a registered nurse. To qualify, you will need to have completed 60 hours of undergraduate prerequisites. Find out if the Pacesetter accelerated BSN track is right for you.

Earn your degree in the #1 ranked BSN program in Houston according to U.S. News and World Report — and one of the most affordable nursing programs in the state. Gain hands-on skills through 900 hours of clinical experiences that begin your first semester. Apply for fall, spring, or summer start dates, and take courses both online and on campus.

Cizik School of Nursing's BSN program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing. When you graduate, you will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in order to receive RN licensure.

• • Admit Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Average Completion: 15 months
  • Credit Requirements: 60 credits over four semesters
  • Educational Mode: On campus with some online and hybrid courses
    Enrollment Level: Full-time only
  • Estimated Tuition: Among the lowest in Texas
  • Admission Requirements

Affordable Excellence

Our academic programs are not only among the highest ranked in the state and nation, they are also among the most affordable. As a state-supported university, UTHealth Houston is able to offer low-cost tuition and high-quality education.