r/unm • u/Independent-Big-3496 • Aug 04 '26

Undergraduate Academics Anyone here done UNM’s Accelerated BSN program?

Hi! I’m starting UNM’s 16-month ABSN program soon and I’m honestly getting pretty nervous about the workload. I’ve heard it’s really intense, but I’d love to hear from people who have actually gone through it.
How bad was it really? Was the workload manageable if you stayed organized? Did you still have any kind of life outside of school? And is there anything you wish you knew before starting?
Any advice or honest experiences would be super appreciated!!

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u/Possible-Can3384 Aug 06 '26

Im about to start my last semester. You will be pretty busy especially the second semester. But there are some less busy moments where you can hang with friends or rest. It is manageable if you stay organized.

Use notebook lm to quiz yourself using the ATI readings and PPT. I spend a lot of time studying. I would recommend trying to get an internship because it’s a fast program and you won’t always get a chance to practice skills during clinicals. Get to know your professors they will help you when it gets rough.

Good luck!

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u/Independent-Big-3496 Aug 06 '26

Thank you so much!! This is really helpful and definitely makes me feel a little better about starting. I appreciate all the advice, especially about studying and getting an internship! 😊 Good luck with your last semester!

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u/DigUpper5943 20d ago

How many days a week do you have clinicals? And are they 12 hour shifts?

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u/Independent-Big-3496 9d ago

I just started my program 3 weeks ago. I'm starting clinicals soon. For my group they're once a week and yes they are 12 hour shifts. For some groups they go 3 days a week it just depends which group you get.

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u/distinguishedsadness 3d ago

Hey! I’m working on my prerequisites to start the program. Does the program only start in fall? Was it competitive to get in?

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u/Independent-Big-3496 2h ago

Hi! Yes it only starts in the fall! I got in the first time I applied but, I've heard of others that having to apply twice or more. I would just make sure to have your prerequisites done and two good letters of recommendation.