Nursing School in Jacksonville, FL | Fast-Track BSN Program

Our Jacksonville campus earned an overall NCLEX pass rate of 90%

*Includes first-time and repeat test takers for the most recent calendar year

Earn your BSN at the Jacksonville Campus

Program Length:	Finish in as few as 3 years
Start Date:	Oct 26
Prerequisites	Not Required
Accredited by CCNE

Fast-Track BSN Program in Jacksonville - Complete in 3 Years

Chamberlain’s BSN nursing program in Jacksonville, Florida, has no prerequisites. Earn your degree a year sooner than traditional programs.

Coastal Region Healthcare

Gain valuable exposure to health issues prevalent in coastal areas, such as marine-related injuries and mosquito-borne diseases.

Military Community Integration

Benefit from opportunities to work with military families and veterans due to the presence of nearby naval bases.

Growing Healthcare Market

Get access to a rapidly expanding healthcare sector with numerous employment opportunities after graduation.

Simulation Center Excellence

Engage in high-fidelity simulation labs that provide realistic clinical scenarios for student training.

Largest BSN program in the the US: Chamberlain University

More than $14 Million in grants & scholarships awarded for our BSN program in 2025

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Campus Life

Begin Your Nursing Education at Chamberlain Jacksonville

Looking for an engaging BSN learning experience in a premier location? Discover Chamberlain’s nursing school campus in Jacksonville, Florida. “Jax” is a coastal gem known for its thriving healthcare industry and vibrant music, arts, and festival scene—not to mention 22 miles of pristine, white-sand beaches.

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Address
5200 Belfort Road
Jacksonville, FL 32256

Toll Free
877.751.5783

Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8AM - 4:30PM

Explore the Jacksonville Area

Jacksonville’s coastal charm is unmatched—from a variety of shopping and dining options in Town Center and the vibrant pulse of Downtown Jacksonville, to stunning beaches just 15 miles away. Chamberlain University’s Jacksonville campus offers the perfect blend of city energy and sun-soaked relaxation right outside your classroom door.

Getting to Campus

Commuting to the Jacksonville campus by car or rideshare is convenient, with direct access to I 95 and SR 202 (JTB). No-cost parking is available on-site. Students can also reach the campus using JTA bus routes along Belfort Road and Butler Boulevard, with First Coast Flyer rapid transit service available nearby.

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Schedule Your Jacksonville Campus Tour & Information Session

For prospective BSN program students, our information session and campus tour offers a glimpse into student life, student services, financial assistance options, and more.

Speak with an Enrollment Representative to set up your interview.
Find out what Chamberlain is like—from classes to clinical experiences.
Meet current students and learn how you can get involved on campus.

Two Way to Visit Our Jacksonville Campus

Scheduled Information Session & Campus Tour

See everything Chamberlain has to offer in a single, guided visit. You'll learn about the BSN program, meet our enrollment team, faculty, and students, tour campus, and walk away knowing exactly what your BSN journey could look like— all in one visit.

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Weekly Campus Connection Opportunities

Looking for something more casual? Stop by during our weekly campus connection times to explore campus at your own pace and connect directly with our enrollment team. It's the easiest way to get your questions answered in person.

Email or call to find the available times.

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The Jacksonville chapter fosters community, leadership, and growth—enhancing student life and future careers through NSNA’s core values and opportunities.

Chamberlain Jacksonville’s SGA empowers students through leadership, advocacy and engagement, building community, and enriching the student experience.

Chamberlain University clubs and organizations

Jacksonville Campus Clubs and Organizations

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average class size (as of February 2026)

1,493

Jacksonville Alumni (as of January 2026)

363

Students Enrolled (as of Fall 2025)*

$560K

Scholarships Awarded (2024–2025)

*Used in IPEDS reporting

Daytime BSN Program

Learn on a traditional weekday schedule.

Classes Monday through Friday
In-person and online coursework
In-person and virtual lab experiences

Evening & Weekend BSN Program

Get the same Chamberlain education with added scheduling flexibility.

Classes evenings and weekends
In-person and online coursework
In-person and virtual lab experiences

Find the Right BSN Path for You

BSN Degree Path

The Full BSN Program, Finished in 3 Years

122 credit hours
3 years to complete

Fast Track BSN

Graduate in Under 3 Years and Save Over $24,000

89 credit hours
Over $24,000 in savings
Under 3 years*

Fastest BSN Path

Transfer Science Credits, Finish in Just Over 2 Years, and Save $38,000+

70 credit hours
Over $38,000 in savings
Just over 2 years*

*Time and cost savings may vary by student. Savings amounts assume full time enrollment and transfer of eligible general education and science credits; transfer credit acceptance is not guaranteed.

Starting Cost

Amount

Tuition ($735 x 122 Credit Hours)

$89,670

Books and Fees

Student Services Charge ($235 per session x 18 sessions)	$4,230
Student Activity Fee	$270
Background Check/Fingerprint/Drug Screen Fee	$200
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment ($75-175 per session) - Estimate	$2,700
NCLEX Prep Fee	$350

$7,750

$97,420*

Average Savings**

Average Transfer Credits (28)***	-$21,612
Chamberlain Care Grant	-$4,000

Potential Total Cost

$71,808

*Please consult the Tuition & Expenses Grid for your program for full information.
**Potential savings are estimates and are not guaranteed. The potential savings listed are based on meeting certain eligibility requirements. See the Scholarship and Grant guide for details.
***Potential transfer credits are estimates based on the average number of transfer credits per program. Official transfer credit amounts are determined on a case-by-case basis.

Tuition & Aid

Jacksonville BSN Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid Options

Get a clear look at tuition, fees, and financial assistance options for Chamberlain’s Jacksonville-based nursing program, so you can plan your future with confidence.

Tuition Details

Launch Into Nursing Grant

Save up to $7,500 on your BSN

High School to Healthcare Program

33% tuition savings (up to $31,201)

Chamberlain Care Grant

$1,000 per session for the first four sessions (up to $4,000)

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Registered Nurse

RNs provide and coordinate patient care and educate patients and their families about health conditions.

Expected growth 6%

Job titles

Certified operating room nurse (CNOR), charge nurse, emergency department RN, oncology RN, operating room RN, school nurse

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH, Job Outlook | O*Net, Reported Job Titles

Career Growth

The WSJ Confirms: Nursing Demand Is Growing. Chamberlain’s Jacksonville BSN Campus Is Built for This Moment.

Employment of advanced practice nurses is projected to grow 35% by 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations, reports The Wall Street Journal. At Chamberlain’s Jacksonville campus, BSN students train with experienced faculty, gain hands-on clinical experience in Florida-area healthcare settings, and graduate prepared to start on a path toward financial stability. The WSJ article also reported:

RNs earn competitive salaries compared to the national average.
Advanced practice roles offer the opportunity for higher earnings.
A BSN can be an entry point to versatile nursing paths and career growth.

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New LPN to BSN Option

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You’ve earned this momentum

Get credit for your experience and move forward, faster with our LPN to BSN Option.

Skip the proficiency tests and skills validations.
Graduate 16 weeks sooner.
Save up to $7,000 on tuition.

*Students enrolled in the 126-credit curriculum (online or onsite), regardless of their state of residency, must follow the LPN/LVN proficiency test and skills return demonstration policy and are eligible to earn ten credit hours

How do I get started?

No application fee.
- Submit a completed Application for Admission here. An Enrollment Representative will reach out answer your questions
Request or provide a copy of your transcripts
- Proof of Graduation (for High School students, we just need your most recent transcript from your Guidance Counselor)
- Any other transcript you want reviewed for potential transfer credit
HESI Admissions Assessment
- If you have taken the ACT, SAT, TEAS, or HESI in the last five years, you may be able to use those results. Provide a copy to your Enrollment Representative.
- If you do not have prior test results that are being considered, you will receive one attempt at the HESI Admissions Assessment.
- Prep for the HESI exam with our complimentary BSN Readiness Course, which covers the HESI A2 subjects and can be completed at your own pace.

High school graduates

Our High School to Healthcare Program offers 33% tuition savings (up to $31,201).

LPN and LVNs

If you are a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or a licensed vocational nurse (LVN), you have a head start on your BSN degree at Chamberlain. A licensed LPN or LVN can earn the 3-year BSN degree at our campus with up to nine proficiency credits—and after passing proficiency and skills validation tests.

BSN – LPN Proficiency Process sample curriculum (PDF)

Students enrolled in the 126-credit curriculum (online or onsite), regardless of their state of residency, must follow the LPN/LVN proficiency test and skills return demonstration policy and are eligible to earn ten credit hours.

Transfer Students

We’ve made the Chamberlain transfer credits process simple. Transfer nursing schools seamlessly so you can focus on finishing your degree—not starting over. Send us a copy of your transcripts to fast-track your credit evaluation

Admission criteria

Chamberlain University’s BSN Admission Committee applies a holistic admission process when determining academic eligibility. The BSN Admission Committee reviews applicants using a holistic model evaluation system that considers several factors: previous coursework, CGPA and HESI Admission Assessment (A2), ACT, SAT or TEAS scores. Additional factors important to student success in nursing school may also be considered. An applicant's most recent educational experience shall be considered by the Chamberlain University BSN Admission Committee.

Proof of graduation scale from a Chamberlain recognized High School or an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education¹.
Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-approved evaluating agency or Chamberlain's Internal Global Transcript Evaluation Services.
A completed HESI A2 entrance exam. A custom HESI A2 score is calculated by using a subset of all four exam scores. ACT, SAT or TEAS scores may be used in lieu of the HESI Admission Assessment (A2). Test scores will be reviewed by the Chamberlain University BSN Admission Committee and for BIOS placement with scores valid for five years from the test date at the time of academic eligibility.
Applicants from states that offer an approved high school equivalency may also be eligible for admission. To be considered by the Admission Committee, the applicant must have a minimum GED® test score of 551 if taken between 2002-2013 or a minimum score of 600 if taken after 2013. Applicants from states that offer an approved high school equivalency test such as the ETS High School Equivalency Test (HiSET), Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) or California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) in lieu of the GED tests may gain admission by presenting documentation for having met state requirements for the equivalency of a high school diploma.
Florida Locations Only: Re-admitted students who have completed over 75 percent of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program, at a campus other than their intended Florida campus, will not be permitted to request admission to any Chamberlain University Florida campus. Students will remain assigned to their home/primary location and follow the process to complete nursing courses at an alternate campus. Degrees will be conferred at the home/primary Chamberlain campus. NCLEX® applications to test will require use of the degree conferral campus school code.

Pending space availability, applicants deemed academically eligible may be eligible to enroll as a new student at any Chamberlain pre-licensure location and for up to two sessions immediately following the session for which the decision was rendered. The applicant will not need to submit a new application unless their application has expired. If an applicant requests a change to their preferred location or session, additional deadlines may be imposed to reserve enrollment at the new location or in the future session (see Phase II requirements in this section of the catalog).

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1Applicants for the Tysons Corner campus must provide a high school/equivalency transcript documenting proof of graduation.

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How to Apply to Chamberlain Jacksonville BSN Program

Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Representative who will guide you through each step of applying to our Jacksonville BSN program.

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Curriculum Plans

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Practice Ready. Specialty Focused.™

Want to start your nursing career with confidence? Chamberlain’s Practice Ready. Specialty Focused.™ program offers third-year BSN students a 16-week online course followed by an eight-week clinical experience in one of five specialties. Best of all, there’s no extra tuition for the full 24 weeks.

Choose one of five nursing specialties:

Emergency Nursing
Home Health Nursing
Nephrology Nursing

Perioperative Nursing
Oncology Nursing

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At Chamberlain, I have gained clinical knowledge and patient care skills. I feel confident in my knowledge and skills, and I know I’m well-prepared for my nursing career.

Amanda Serrano-Colon

Jacksonville BSN Student

Accreditation

CCNE-Accredited BSN Program

Chamberlain University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Chamberlain University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Accreditation Information

Are you looking for accredited BSN programs in Jacksonville, FL? Chamberlain College of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program holds full approval by the Florida Board of Nursing; 4052 Bald Cypress Way, BIN CO2, Tallahassee, FL 32399, (850) 245-4125.

Chamberlain is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education. Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400, (850) 245-3200.

Jacksonville BSN Program FAQs - Admissions & Student Life

Get answers to common questions about Chamberlain’s Jacksonville BSN program.

What types of financial aid are available for nursing students at Chamberlain University in Jacksonville, Florida?

Chamberlain University provides several financial assistance options for bachelor’s in nursing students, including scholarships, grants, and federal financial aid for those who apply and qualify. In 2025, the university awarded more than $87 million overall in scholarships and grants. Additionally, Chamberlain offers tuition savings opportunities for military personnel and alumni. Students considering Chamberlain’s BSN program can explore a range of funding options by contacting an Enrollment Representative for personalized guidance.

Will my degree in an unrelated field help me at Chamberlain Jacksonville?

You can transfer relevant credits from previous coursework—regardless of the field of study. Our Jacksonville campus welcomes transfer students from across the country and gives them a head start on their BSN degree. Request more information to get started.

What scholarships are available at Chamberlain?

There are a variety of scholarship options available for our Jacksonville campus students. Explore undergraduate and external scholarship opportunities, or request information to learn more about financing your education.

How many credit hours are required for the Jacksonville BSN program?

Chamberlain’s BSN program consists of a minimum of 122 credit hours: 56 credit hours in general education and 66 credit hours in the nursing major.

View the BSN Degree Program Curriculum Plan to see what credits are required.

What is the application process at Chamberlain Jacksonville?

Prospective Jacksonville nursing students apply for admission by filling out an application and then meeting with a Chamberlain Jacksonville Enrollment Representative. When all admission criteria are satisfied, prospective students are told in writing of their admission status to a specific Chamberlain program and cycle.

What kinds of student support services are available at the Jacksonville campus?

Chamberlain University offers BSN program students a range of support services, including the Center for Academic Success, which provides expert-led academic support, and the Student Assistance Program, offering access to mental health counselors and holistic resources. Additionally, the university's NCLEX Readiness program provides customized study plans to help students prepare for licensure exams. With engaged faculty, professional and peer nurse tutors, and comprehensive support systems, Chamberlain aims to keep students on track throughout their BSN degree program.

How does Chamberlain help prepare students for the NCLEX®?

As a BSN student at our Jacksonville campus, you will have all the tools and resources you need to prepare for the NCLEX. Assessments, extra help, simulations, and tutorials are readily accessible. Passing the NCLEX is one of the final hurdles to jump before becoming a registered nurse.

What tutoring services are available at Chamberlain Jacksonville?

Our BSN program in northeast Florida has many tutoring and academic support services. The Center for Academic Success (CAS) at the Jacksonville campus offers academic support, one-on-one time with tutors, additional study materials, workshops, and more.

Will I get hands-on experience?

Hands-on nursing experience is gained in both the Chamberlain SIMCARE CENTER™ and on-site clinical settings, giving students the chance to work side-by-side with faculty, peers and experienced nurses while refining their direct patient-care nursing skills. Online general education and nursing courses may be offered within the BSN Degree Program Curriculum Plan. In order to assist in successful completion of online coursework, an online readiness assessment is an integral part of the admission process. Based upon the outcome of the online readiness assessment, skill-building activities may be required.

Our nursing program in Jacksonville, Florida, consists of a minimum of 122 credit hours: 56 credit hours in general education and 66 credit hours in the nursing major.

Can I visit the campus or sit in on a nursing class?

Yes, you can visit the campus for information sessions or take a tour as a prospective student. You can meet current students, learn about classes and clinical experiences, and speak with an Enrollment Representative. Prospective students may sit in on classes with prior approval from campus leadership and faculty.

What are the hours of operation for the Jacksonville campus?

The Jacksonville campus Administration Office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Center for Academic Success operates Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the campus at 904.251.8100 for specific department hours.

Is there a cost for student parking on campus?

Student and visitor parking at the Jacksonville campus is complimentary, and parking is available adjacent to the campus. Visitors must park in guest areas, and students can register their vehicles to park in designated student areas.

What facilities are available for students to study or relax between classes?

The student common area provides a space to rest, study, or socialize with classmates. It’s equipped with wireless internet access for coursework and research, USB ports for charging and connectivity, and vending machines.

Does Chamberlain University’s Jacksonville campus offer evening and weekend classes?

Yes, students in the BSN program at Chamberlain Jacksonville have the option of attending classes on evenings and weekends. The Evening/Weekend option offers the flexibility to take courses outside the typical classroom schedule while still receiving the same level of support and resources as traditional weekday students.

Does the Evening/Weekend Option have the same benefits as the traditional BSN option?

Yes. The Jacksonville BSN program Evening/Weekend option is designed to provide flexibility for individuals who require an alternative schedule. Students who attend classes on evenings and weekends have the same support, resources, and program benefits as students who attend classes during weekdays.

Can I switch from the traditional BSN degree program to the evening/weekend option?

Weekend and night nursing program courses are limited to students enrolled in a Jacksonville evening/weekend cohort. Students in evening/weekend cohorts are limited to enrolling in courses during the evening/weekend only.

How many credit hours are required for the Jacksonville BSN degree program—Evening/Weekend option?

Attending classes during evenings and weekends does not affect the total number of credit hours for the BSN program. The Jacksonville Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program consists of a minimum of 122 credit hours: 56 credit hours in general education and 66 credit hours in the nursing major.