University of St. Thomas’s ABSN Program in Houston
If you’re ready to start your nursing career, the University of St. Thomas’s ABSN program in Houston allows students to graduate in as few as 12 months. Our competitive hybrid program of online coursework, simulation labs, and clinical rotations trains confident and competent nurses ready to dive into their careers.
Additionally, Houston is an excellent location to become a nurse. With three start dates per year, January, May, and August, you can earn your Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree as soon as possible and lay a solid foundation for your future.
Benefits of Relocating to Houston
Exceptional Healthcare Connections
In our ABSN program, you will participate in clinical rotations at partnered local healthcare facilities in the Houston metropolitan area. Throughout your rotations, you’ll work at various locations and get exposure to various healthcare environments and specialties. During your rotations, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect with experienced healthcare workers and build a network that may lead to post-graduation job offers.
Houston is one of the best cities in the U.S. to build a healthcare network. This growing city is known for being home to one of the largest healthcare systems in the world: the Texas Medical Center (TMC). Houston Methodist Hospital, a TMC institution, was ranked as the top healthcare facility in Texas and is nationally ranked in ten adult healthcare specialties by U.S. News and World Report. Entrenched in such exceptional healthcare systems, you are sure to build a solid foundation for your future.
High Demand for Nurses
As you earn your ABSN degree, you can be assured that you are entering a thriving field. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Texas has the second highest concentration of employed registered nurses in the country, at 251,840, and, specifically, the Houston metropolitan area has one of the highest nursing employment levels in the country, at 61,860 employed nurses.
Additionally, the BLS predicts that the nursing profession will grow by 6% between 2023 and 2033, faster than the average of all other occupations. This expansion is projected to open 194,500 registered nurse job openings annually over the decade.
Discover the Houston Metro Area
UST does not require its students to live near our learning sites, but it will make it easier to complete the in-person portions of our curriculum. Luckily for UST students, beyond Houston’s expansive healthcare opportunities, the city has been ranked one of the most diverse city in the US, boasting a unique range of entertainment for newcomers and locals alike to enjoy.
Local Attractions
Earning your nursing degree in Houston places you in a vibrant hub of opportunity. Houston has something for everyone, from multicultural food options to robust shopping districts.
See the full extent of what Houston has to offer, some of which are only a short drive away from our ABSN Learning Sites, including:
Arts and Culture:
- Houston Ballet
- The Grand 1894 Opera House
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
- The Rothko Chapel
- The 1940 Air Terminal Museum
Sports:
- Houston Astros
- Houston Dash
- Houston Dynamos
- Houston Motorsports Park
- Houston Rockets
Shopping:
- Houston Farmers Market
- Phoenicia Specialty Foods – Downtown
- Rice Village
- Sawyer Yards
- The Galleria
Parks, Trails and Outdoor Activities:
- Armand Bayou Nature Center
- Brazos Bend State Park
- Discovery Green
- Galveston Island State Park
- George Ranch Historical Park
Local Flavors
- Moxies
- Agora
- Black Walnut Café
- Jūn
- Post
Explore the UST Accelerated Nursing Program Site
UST’s ABSN Learning Sites are where students tackle the more practical aspects of their nursing education in nursing skills and simulation labs or take proctored exams. In our state-of-the-art facilities, students will practice their skills with the same techniques and technology they’ll use throughout their nursing career in a risk-free environment and with the help of high-tech medical manikins.
These facilities also serve as convenient meeting places for faculty office hours or for convening with your cohort in the common areas for extra revision. Watch our virtual site tour to explore the ABSN Learning Site further.
Where to Find Us
University of St. Thomas’s ABSN learning sites are located at:
The Woodlands
121 Vision Park Blvd, Suite 300
Shenandoah, TX 77384
Sugar Land
14090 Southwest Freeway
Sugar Land, TX 77478
UST Campus
3800 Montrose Blvd.
Houston, TX 77006
Contact our team at 855-830-2713 to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UST’s accelerated nursing program require prerequisite courses?
UST requires program candidates to complete three prerequisite courses within five years of applying: Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Microbiology, and Algebra or Statistics. Regardless of which course you take, Algebra and Statistics require a C grade or higher to meet UST’s requirements, while Microbiology and Human Anatomy and Physiology both require a B- or higher.
How much does the program cost?
Check out our tuition and fees page for an in-depth breakdown of our program’s costs. Your nursing education is a downpayment on your future, but you don’t have to bear the cost alone. You may be eligible for federal scholarships and financial aid to help lessen the load.
How can I prepare my application for submission?
When you take the first step towards applying by contacting a UST admissions advisor, they will help you through each step. Your advisor will keep in continuous contact with you to ensure you have gathered all the necessary documents and meet every eligibility requirement. Your admissions advisor will be your primary resource and can answer any question you encounter along the way.
Begin Your Nursing Career in Space City
When building your nursing career, the University of St. Thomas’s ABSN program in Houston is a great place to start your journey. Contact an admissions advisor to begin your application.