Program Overview

Hartford HealthCare has partnered with Quinnipiac University to develop a BS in Nursing program to enable qualified HHC colleagues with a bachelor’s degree in a different field or at least 60 credits from an accredited institution to transition toward a career in nursing. Participants will complete a part-time approved and accredited program over the course of two years while maintaining employment with HHC.

  • Students who start in March 2026 will graduate with a BSN in May 2028.

  • Students will take between 4.5 - 12 credits per semester.

  • Classes and labs will take place in the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI) at Hartford Hospital.

  • Classes and clinicals are held two days per week.

From the time of graduation until the end of the two-year work commitment, you must remain employed with Hartford HealthCare for a minimum of 24 standard hours per week. Upon graduation, passing the NCLEX and becoming a registered nurse, colleagues will be extended a conditional offer for a full-time (at least 36 standard hours) RN position in direct patient care. Participants are required to work as an RN for HHC for 2-years post-graduation. Participation in the program or being offered an RN position does not change your status as an at-will employee or otherwise guarantee employment or benefits, including the benefits of this program.