Accelerated Nursing Program in Oklahoma City
When considering a nursing education through Marian University’s accelerated nursing program in Oklahoma City, you’ll be entering an industry in an area filled with opportunities and culture.
OKC is the largest metropolitan area in the state with a population of 1.4 million people, and is a hub of healthcare delivery within the state, containing a booming healthcare industry with more than 30 hospitals and medical centers. Marian ABSN partners with several of the leading healthcare organizations within the metro area, including Mercy Hospital.
Why Relocate to Oklahoma City?
Marian’s accelerated nursing program in Oklahoma City is built on a curriculum of online-based coursework, in-person skills and simulation labs, and in-hospital clinical rotations. This curriculum does not require you to be on-site every day, but you will need to come in multiple times each week.
Taking the leap and relocating to OKC can also be a great move for your career. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 12,430 nurses working within Oklahoma City represent a significant proportion of the statewide figure of 30,320. The $77,350 annual median wage for nurses in OKC is right at the national average wage, but that pay goes significantly further with Oklahoma City’s highly accessible cost of living. Oklahoma City enjoys a cost of living 16% lower than the national average, and housing is particularly striking at 29% lower than the national average.
Named as one of the Best Places to Visit by multiple publications, Oklahoma City is lauded for its major urban amenities including sports, dining and green spaces, as well as its activities and atmosphere which call the American west to mind. OKC is also in close proximity with multiple military installations, including Fort Sill Army Base, Tinker Air Force Base and the Coast Guard Institute, which could prove ideal for those who might be involved with a service member and want to pursue a new career quickly.
Accelerated Nursing Program in Oklahoma City
We are located on the near northwest side of the city at 3817 Northwest Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. Our program site location can be accessed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Our contact number is (866) 892-6463.
See more about how our accelerated Nursing program in Oklahoma City leverages your bachelor’s degree so you can earn a BSN in as few as 16 months.
Our State-of-the-Art Learning Center
Designed for non-nurses who already hold a bachelor’s degree, Marian’s 16-month accelerated BSN program means you can earn your degree and begin working in this exciting new field sooner. Our learning center in Oklahoma City contains hospital-grade equipment which will ensure that students have everything they need to learn the skills and techniques necessary for a nursing career. Our location includes:
- Onsite learning and testing rooms.
- Simulation labs complete with clinical equipment.
- Study areas to connect and learn with your cohort.
After you graduate from Marian’s accelerated nursing program in Oklahoma City, you will be ready to enter a flexible and in-demand career field in a thriving job market. Learn more about what our OKC location has to offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I enroll in Marian University’s ABSN program?
You can enroll as a Marian ABSN student in any of our three start dates a year, in January, May, and August.
How will I access opportunities in Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma has plenty of career opportunities for nurses and is filled with nursing career opportunities across more than 30 hospitals and any number of clinical environments. Many students also treat their clinical rotations as a networking opportunity which can help them find opportunities for employment.
Our second-degree accelerated nursing program in Oklahoma City means you can take control of your future career prospects. See if a nursing education in OKC is right for you.