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Nursing as a second career: Accelerated BSN vs. Direct-Entry MSN

June 23, 2026

Every year, thousands of professionals with degrees in biology, psychology, education, business, and dozens of other fields make the decision to become nurses. They are drawn by purpose, by job security, by a desire to do something that matters. And very quickly, most of them encounter the same fork in the road: Should I pursue an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or an Accelerated Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)? It is a deceptively complex question, and the answer depends on factors that most comparison articles overlook. What follows are the questions we hear most, answered plainly.

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Nursing as a second career: Accelerated BSN vs. Direct-Entry MSN

June 23, 2026

Every year, thousands of professionals with degrees in biology, psychology, education, business, and dozens of other fields make the decision to become nurses. They are drawn by purpose, by job security, by a desire to do something that matters. And very quickly, most of them encounter the same fork in the road: Should I pursue an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or an Accelerated Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)? It is a deceptively complex question, and the answer depends on factors that most comparison articles overlook. What follows are the questions we hear most, answered plainly.

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Nursing schools expand enrollment in Greater Cincinnati

June 15, 2026

The Cincinnati Business Courier reports the UC College of Nursing along with other nursing programs in Greater Cincinnati are looking to increase their enrollment ranks as a regional and national shortage of educated nurses continues.

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MSN or DNP: Choosing the right advanced nursing degree for you

June 5, 2026

Choosing between a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is one of the most common points of confusion for nurses looking to advance their education. Both degrees can open the door to leadership opportunities, advanced clinical roles, and higher earning potential, but they differ in length, cost, and long-term career goals.

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New cohort of nursing students get ready to join co-ops

May 14, 2026

A new chapter is beginning for more than 100 University of Cincinnati College of Nursing rising seniors as they embark on one of the most distinctive experiences in undergraduate nursing education: the UC Nursing Co-op Program. The incoming cohort will fan out across Cincinnati's premier healthcare institutions, stepping into some of the most dynamic and specialized clinical environments in the region. Placement sites include UC Medical Center (UCMC), West Chester Hospital, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) Burnet, College Hill, and Liberty campus.

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UC Nursing raises the bar for APRN education

May 13, 2026

Starting Spring 2027, UC Nursing is raising the bar for APRN preparation. Students will complete a three-day on-campus immersion experience embedded within the Advanced Health Assessment course — practicing foundational clinical skills, engaging with standardized patients, and demonstrating competency before ever stepping into clinical practice.

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UC College of Nursing renovation project advances

May 6, 2026

The Cincinnati Business Courier reports an RFQ document lists $105 million as the total project cost for renovation and relocation of the UC College of Nursing to Holmes Hospital on the university's medical campus.

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Biggest crowd for the biggest graduation

May 1, 2026

The University of Cincinnati celebrates a record Spring 2026 commencement, honoring 7,800+ graduates with ceremonies at Fifth Third Arena and Nippert Stadium.

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Finding purpose in the hardest moments

April 28, 2026

After nearly leaving nursing during the COVID-19 pandemic, Matt Depenbrock found renewed purpose in neonatal intensive care, leading him to develop Project HEALS—an innovative initiative aimed at improving NICU nurses’ confidence and competence in end-of-life care.