San Juan, Puerto Rico | Nursing Program in English

The Fall nursing program runs for approximately four months, from August 2027 through December 2027. Because the Universidad del Sagrado Corazón is a fully accredited U.S. institution (accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education with CCNE programmatic accreditation for nursing), your credits and clinical hours are highly transferable. You will just want to work with your home campus academic advisor to complete standard credit.

You will balance rigorous nursing coursework and hands-on simulation labs with a vibrant Caribbean campus lifestyle filled with beach outings, cultural clubs, and student activities. The university provides extensive on-site student support, including dedicated staff who manage your local clinical placements and guide you through the transition.

Yes, just like nursing programs on the mainland, you will need to submit standard medical and legal clearances required by local healthcare facilities before beginning your clinical rotations. This typically includes providing a valid CPR certification, up-to-date immunizations (like Hepatitis B), and a background check. The admissions team will give you a clear, step-by-step checklist the summer before your departure.