Cheapest ABSN Programs

Accelerated BSN programs can be expensive, but some public universities offer ABSN tuition well below the typical cost of a second bachelor’s nursing degree. We compared the ABSN programs in our database by estimated tuition to identify 25 of the cheapest options.

The programs below start at about $5,000 in estimated tuition, with many costing less than $15,000. Most of the lowest-cost options are offered by public universities, and tuition may depend on state residency.

Last reviewed: August 2026. Tuition, program length, GPA requirements, and application deadlines can change. Always confirm current costs and admission requirements with the nursing school before applying.

School	State	City	Length	Tuition	GPA	Application Deadlines
School University of Memphis	State TN	City Memphis	Length 16 Months	Tuition $5,364	GPA 2.75	Application Deadlines Mar 15, Oct 1
School Winston-Salem University	State NC	City Winston-Salem	Length 15 Months	Tuition $6,802	GPA 2.6	Application Deadlines July 1 - Sept 1
School NC A&T	State NC	City Greensboro	Length 12 Months	Tuition $6,813	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Oct 1
School Stony Brook	State NY	City Stony Brook	Length 12 months	Tuition $7,070	GPA 2.8	Application Deadlines Oct 8
School East Carolina University	State NC	City Greenville	Length 12 Months	Tuition $7,438	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Jun 15
School Georgia Southern University	State GA	City Savannah	Length 12 Months	Tuition $8,505	GPA 3.2	Application Deadlines Feb 1
School Florida Gulf Coast University	State FL	City Fort Myers	Length 4 Semesters	Tuition $8,628.45	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines October 14
School Florida Atlantic University	State FL	City Davie	Length 16 Months	Tuition $8,712	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Feb 5, Jul 31
School University of Florida	State FL	City Gainesville, Jacksonville	Length 15 Months	Tuition $8,954.40	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines February 1, 2027
School Florida International University	State FL	City North Miami	Length 16 Months	Tuition $9,126.88	GPA 3.25	Application Deadlines May 10
School University of Central Florida	State FL	City Orlando	Length 16 Months	Tuition $9,254.74	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines January 15
School University of South Florida	State FL	City Tampa, St. Petersburg	Length 16 Months	Tuition $9,420.90	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines January 15; June 1
School Coppin State University	State MD	City Baltimore	Length 15 Months	Tuition $9,622	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines March 1
School Idaho State	State ID	City Pocatello	Length 12 Months	Tuition $9,777.36	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Feb 15
School Georgia Southwestern State University	State GA	City Americus	Length Varies	Tuition $10,560	GPA 2.8	Application Deadlines Feb 15, Oct 15
School Kennesaw State University	State GA	City Kennesaw	Length 16 Months	Tuition $10,752	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Jan 31, Aug 10
School Albany State University	State GA	City Albany	Length 5 Semesters	Tuition $10,912	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Jun 1
School Valdosta State University	State GA	City Valdosta	Length 15 Months	Tuition $11,340	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Nov 6
School Southern Connecticut State	State CT	City New Haven	Length 12 Months	Tuition $11,373	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Dec 15, Jul 15
School Wayne State University	State MI	City Detroit	Length 20 Months	Tuition $12,000	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Feb 15
School Salisbury University	State MD	City Salisbury	Length 16 Months	Tuition $12,264	GPA	Application Deadlines Not published
School University of Arkansas Fort Smith	State AR	City Fort Smith	Length 15 Months	Tuition $12,540	GPA 2.5	Application Deadlines Mar 1, Oct 1
School UTHSC	State TN	City Memphis	Length 12 Months	Tuition $13,535	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Mar 1, Sept 1
School University of North Georgia	State GA	City Gainesville	Length 15 Months	Tuition $13,820	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Aug 15
School Fayetteville State University	State NC	City Fayetteville	Length 16 Months	Tuition $14,000	GPA 3.0	Application Deadlines Jan 17

Note: Tuition estimates may reflect in-state rates and may not include mandatory fees or living expenses. Check each school for current pricing and residency rules.

What Does a Low-Cost ABSN Program Cost?

The programs in this comparison have some of the lowest estimated tuition figures in our ABSN database. Several cost less than $10,000, while many of the 25 programs listed above have estimated tuition below $15,000.

Low advertised tuition does not always mean the lowest total cost. Public universities may charge higher tuition to out-of-state students. Students may also pay nursing program fees, textbooks, uniforms, supplies, background checks, testing fees, health requirements, transportation, and other expenses that are not included in the tuition figures above.

Program length also matters. An ABSN that costs slightly more but allows you to graduate several months earlier could make financial sense if it lets you enter the nursing workforce sooner.

Before choosing a program based on price, compare:

• Estimated tuition for your residency status
• Mandatory university and nursing program fees
• Program length and number of required credits
• Financial aid and scholarship eligibility
• Housing and transportation costs
• Whether clinical placements require significant travel
• Admission requirements and prerequisite courses

Use the school links in the table to review each ABSN program in more detail.