This full-time, accelerated program is designed to be completed in 15 months (4 semesters). Coursework is 100% online (synchronous and asynchronous) with 2 on-campus clinical immersions in the first and third terms.

Students are responsible for arranging their own accommodations.

Dormir often provides a 10% discount for Saint Joseph’s College students, families, and friends. To receive the discount:

• Reservations must be made directly by phone
• Mention that the reservation is for Saint Joseph’s College business

The immersions are overseen by the Program Director.

Immersions include:

• Clinical instruction
• Skills practice in labs
• Simulation experiences
• Competency evaluations by clinical faculty

First Immersion Focus:

• Checking vital signs
• Administering medications
• Basic patient care
• Infection control

Second Immersion Focus:

Simulation-based learning in a safe, controlled environment to strengthen clinical judgment and decision-making without compromising patient safety.

ABSN students participate in two immersive clinical instruction weeks on campus in Standish, Maine—once during the first semester and again in the third semester. These immersions are designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice by offering hands-on experiences that develop clinical skills and build confidence. Additional objectives include evaluating student competency and enhancing clinical judgment.

This is a full-time, academically rigorous program that requires full-time attention. It is not advised that students work while in the program.

Students from a number of states are welcome to apply to the online ABSN program. Please see our State Authorization page for more detailed information.

Yes. A dedicated SJC Placement Coordinator works with you to secure a site and preceptor near you. Learn more.

You will learn from active clinicians who bring real-world experience into the online classroom. As trusted SJC faculty members, they are trained to meet your learning needs and are committed to your success as a nurse.

The coursework is delivered 100% online (synchronous and asynchronous). You will also practice vital nursing skills during 2 on-campus immersions in our new, high-tech simulation lab and with real patients in clinical rotations.

This hybrid degree requires 60 credit hours of online coursework (synchronous and asynchronous) and 590 clinical hours to graduate.

There are 2 intakes per year: Summer and Fall.

After each campus-based immersion, students return to their home communities in Maine or other states to continue their studies.

They engage in:

• Didactic instruction via asynchronous and synchronous formats
• Clinical hours through one of two models:
  • Traditional Clinical Group Model
  • Preceptor Model