Accelerated nursing programs compress the path to an RN license by cutting the time a traditional four-year degree normally takes. Most are built for career changers who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field, but accelerated tracks exist for other starting points too – including students entering nursing for the first time who want the fastest possible route to licensure.
If you hold a bachelor’s degree in any non-nursing field, you are not starting from scratch. Programs built specifically for career changers credit your completed degree and get you to an RN license – or beyond – faster than a traditional four-year BSN would. If you don’t hold a prior degree, an accelerated ADN at a community college offers a faster, lower-cost route to RN licensure than a traditional BSN, though with a different long-term credential ceiling.
There are four realistic paths: the accelerated BSN (ABSN), the fastest route to an RN license for career changers (12–18 months); the accelerated ADN, the fastest and cheapest route for applicants without a prior degree (18–20 months); the traditional BSN, a slower and often cheaper option for applicants still building prerequisites; and the direct-entry MSN, a graduate-level entry for those who want to skip straight to advanced practice. Each path leads to NCLEX-RN eligibility, but they differ significantly in length, cost, competitiveness, and long-term career position.
The right choice depends on whether you hold a prior degree, your prerequisite completion, GPA, budget, and whether you plan to pursue advanced practice nursing down the line.
At a glance: accelerated nursing paths compared
| Path | Length | Typical total cost | Credential | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accelerated BSN (ABSN) | 12–18 months | $40,000–$80,000 | BSN + NCLEX-RN eligible | Prerequisites done, competitive GPA, want fastest path to RN |
| Traditional BSN (second enrollment) | 2–4 years | $20,000–$120,000+ | BSN + NCLEX-RN eligible | Missing many prerequisites, prefer lower intensity, tighter budget at public schools |
| Direct-entry MSN | 2.5–3.5 years | $60,000–$120,000 | MSN + NCLEX-RN eligible | Long-term NP or advanced practice goal, willing to invest more time and money upfront |
| Accelerated ADN (community college) | 18–20 months | $10,000–$40,000 | ADN + NCLEX-RN eligible | No prior degree required, very limited budget, fastest path to RN salary; typically followed by RN-to-BSN bridge |
Note on accelerated ADN: this path does not require a prior bachelor’s degree, which sets it apart from the other three. It costs less than any other nursing program and leads to RN licensure faster than a traditional BSN. Many hospitals do prefer BSN-prepared candidates for new-graduate hiring, though this is facility policy rather than an accreditation requirement – see the note on Magnet below. Most career changers who already hold a bachelor’s degree choose a path that yields a BSN or higher. See the ADN vs BSN guide if you are weighing this option.
Accelerated BSN programs
The ABSN is the most common path for career changers with a completed bachelor’s degree. It compresses the traditional four-year BSN into 12 to 18 months by eliminating the general education coursework you have already completed and running year-round with no summer breaks. You earn the same BSN credential as a traditional graduate – your transcript will not indicate the degree was accelerated.
Programs are full-time and intensive by design. Expect 15–18 credit hours per semester alongside 30–40 hours per week of combined classroom and clinical time. Part-time work is generally not compatible with the schedule, and most programs state this clearly.
Admission requirements
ABSN programs are competitive, and the constraint is structural rather than a judgment on applicants. AACN’s 2025-2026 Annual Survey found that US nursing schools turned away 93,176 qualified applications in 2025, a record, of which 75,255 were for entry-level baccalaureate programs. The stated reasons were insufficient clinical placement sites, faculty, preceptors, and classroom space – not applicant quality. Every one of those applicants had already met grade, prerequisite, and entrance-exam requirements. Applying to several programs rather than one or two is the rational response to capacity rationing at this scale.
For scale on the segment: AACN counted 340 accelerated baccalaureate programs and 104 accelerated or entry-level master’s programs nationwide in 2025, with 29,421 students enrolled in accelerated baccalaureate programs and 17,029 graduating that year.
Science prerequisites: The core requirement across virtually all programs is completed science coursework. Most programs require:
- Anatomy & Physiology I and II (with lab)
- Microbiology (with lab)
- General or organic chemistry
- Statistics
- Some add human nutrition, introductory psychology, or sociology
Grades of B or higher are expected in science courses. Many programs also impose a recency requirement – science courses older than 5–7 years may need to be retaken regardless of the original grade.
GPA: Most programs require a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Competitive programs expect 3.2–3.3+, and your science GPA is weighted heavily, sometimes evaluated separately. If your overall GPA is below threshold, see our guide on low-GPA nursing schools – some programs have more flexible policies, and an upward GPA trend matters at many schools.
Healthcare experience: Requirements vary. Some programs require documented experience (CNA, EMT, medical assistant, phlebotomy); others prefer it but do not mandate it. Clinical exposure helps students manage the pace, but it is not a universal admissions requirement.
Testing: GRE is no longer required at most programs. The TEAS or HESI A2 admissions exam is required at some schools – both test reading, math, science, and English and are learnable with standard preparation.
Cost
ABSN tuition at private universities typically runs $40,000–$80,000 for the full program. Public university ABSN programs tend to cost $20,000–$40,000 for in-state students. These figures cover tuition only – books, uniforms, clinical gear, and NCLEX prep add $3,000–$6,000 on average.
At the BLS May 2025 median RN salary of $97,550 per year, an ABSN graduate recoups a $60,000 program cost in well under a year of gross earnings if they move directly from a prior career into an RN position. The ROI calculus shifts if you were already earning significantly above the RN median in your prior field, and note that new graduates start nearer the 10th to 25th percentile than the median.
Outcomes
ABSN graduates hold a BSN, which is the baseline credential for most RN-to-MSN bridge programs and for graduate study generally. The degree opens every general nursing role available to a traditional BSN graduate.
A correction worth making, because the claim appears almost everywhere: a BSN is not a Magnet requirement for staff RN employment. ANCC’s Magnet eligibility criteria set no BSN percentage for the nursing workforce at all. What they require is that 100% of nurse managers and 100% of nurse leaders hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree in nursing, and that the CNO hold at minimum a master’s degree. The widely quoted “80% BSN workforce” target is a 2010 recommendation from the Institute of Medicine’s report The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health – not a Magnet rule, and not binding on anyone. Individual hospitals, Magnet-designated or otherwise, do set their own BSN hiring preferences, and many have. Treat it as facility policy you should verify with a specific employer, rather than as a credential gate you have to clear before applying. See our accelerated BSN programs guide for a full deep-dive: prerequisites, curriculum structure, what to expect clinically, and program selection criteria.
Accelerated ADN programs
Not every applicant to an accelerated nursing program holds a bachelor’s degree. The accelerated ADN, offered at many community colleges, is the fastest and cheapest way to reach RN licensure without a prior degree of any kind.
A standard ADN runs two years. Accelerated ADN tracks compress this to 18–20 months by running year-round, similar to how an ABSN compresses a BSN. Some community colleges also offer LPN-to-RN bridge tracks that move even faster for students who already hold practical nurse licensure.
Admission requirements
Accelerated ADN programs are less competitive than ABSN or direct-entry MSN programs, though demand still outstrips seats at many community colleges. Requirements typically include:
- High school diploma or GED
- Prerequisite coursework in anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and basic math or statistics (a shorter list than most ABSN programs require)
- A minimum GPA, often 2.5–2.75, well below ABSN and MSN thresholds
- TEAS or HESI A2 entrance exam at most schools
No prior bachelor’s degree, and in many cases no prior college credit at all, is required to apply.
Cost and outcomes
Tuition for an accelerated ADN typically runs $10,000–$40,000 total at a public community college, a fraction of ABSN or direct-entry MSN costs. Graduates are eligible to sit the NCLEX-RN and work as a registered nurse immediately.
The trade-off is credential ceiling. Many hospitals – including Magnet-designated ones – prefer or require a BSN for new RN hires as a matter of their own hiring policy, and an ADN typically caps advancement into formal leadership roles until the nurse completes an RN-to-BSN bridge. Under ANCC’s Magnet criteria the binding rule is that nurse managers and nurse leaders hold a nursing baccalaureate or graduate degree, so the degree gates advancement into those roles rather than entry to the bedside. Most ADN graduates complete a bridge program – often online, often subsidized by an employer – within a few years of starting work. See the ADN vs BSN guide for a detailed comparison of the two credentials and how the bridge path works.
When it makes sense
An accelerated ADN is the right choice if you do not hold a prior bachelor’s degree, need to start earning as an RN as quickly and cheaply as possible, and are willing to complete a BSN bridge later while working. It is not the right choice if you already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field – in that case, an ABSN or direct-entry MSN will get you to a BSN or higher credential in a comparable or shorter timeframe.
Traditional BSN for career changers
A small percentage of career changers choose to complete a traditional four-year BSN at a new institution. This path makes sense in specific circumstances: the applicant has significant prerequisite gaps, prefers a less intensive pace, or finds that a public university’s in-state tuition makes the total cost substantially lower than ABSN alternatives.
It does not make sense as a default. A traditional BSN takes two to four years depending on how many prerequisites transfer from your prior degree. You will complete courses alongside traditional students who entered from high school. The credential is identical to an ABSN at the end.
When it makes sense
- You are missing five or more science prerequisites and want to complete them while enrolled rather than as standalone pre-reqs
- A nearby public university offers in-state BSN tuition that is meaningfully cheaper than available ABSN options
- You want more time to adjust to nursing coursework before clinical rotations begin
- You are supporting a family and need a part-time-compatible schedule that ABSN programs cannot accommodate
Public school BSN tuition ranges from roughly $10,000 to $50,000 per year. A two-year completion path (for an applicant with most prerequisites already done) at a public school could total $20,000–$40,000 – competitive with or cheaper than many ABSN programs, with less schedule pressure.
The primary cost of this path is time. Two to four additional years out of the workforce, or two to four additional years before RN salary begins, is a meaningful economic trade-off.
Direct-entry MSN programs
A direct-entry MSN – sometimes called a master’s entry to nursing practice (MENP) or entry-level MSN – is a graduate program designed for career changers who want to enter nursing at the master’s level without first completing a BSN. You arrive with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and leave with an MSN and NCLEX-RN eligibility.
Programs are structured in phases. The first phase covers nursing fundamentals, science prerequisites (as integrated coursework), and clinical rotations equivalent to a prelicensure BSN. The second phase delivers master’s-level specialty coursework: clinical nurse specialist (CNS), nurse practitioner (NP), nursing education, or nursing administration tracks, depending on the school.
Ask precisely when NCLEX eligibility arrives relative to degree conferral. Traditionally these programs let students sit the NCLEX-RN partway through, before the graduate portion was finished, so that they could work as RNs while completing the degree. Some states have since raised questions about licensing candidates who have not yet been awarded a degree, and at least one major program – Vanderbilt – restructured specifically to confer the master’s degree before NCLEX eligibility rather than after. The sequencing determines whether you can earn an RN wage during the back half of the program, which is a substantial factor in the real cost of the path.
Total program length is typically 2.5 to 3.5 years. The outcome is an MSN, not a BSN. If you plan to pursue NP licensure eventually, this path eliminates the BSN→RN experience→MSN sequence that traditional nurses follow.
Programs to know
This segment has been unusually unstable over the past two years, and several widely recommended programs have closed, paused, or restructured. Verify current status directly with any school before building a plan around it – a program described as open in an article written even a year ago may not be accepting applications.
Current status of the best-known programs as of mid-2026:
- Vanderbilt School of Nursing closed its PreSpecialty MSN to new enrollment in Fall 2024 and replaced it with the Master of Nursing (MN), a four-semester, 66-credit prelicensure program for holders of a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, at $2,057 per credit hour for 2025–2026. The restructure exists partly to solve a licensure problem: PreSpecialty students could sit the NCLEX after three semesters but did not hold a degree until they finished the full six-semester sequence, which created complications in states that key licensure to degree completion. The MN awards the master’s degree at the four-semester mark, before NCLEX eligibility.
- UCSF School of Nursing has paused its Master’s Entry Program in Nursing, and the school began reassessing that pause in fall 2025 without yet reopening admissions. UCSF’s advanced practice preparation has moved to a BSN-Entry-to-DNP pathway. Do not plan around MEPN until the school announces a reopening.
- Johns Hopkins School of Nursing offers the MSN (Entry into Nursing) program, which shortened from five semesters to four (roughly 16 months) beginning with the Fall 2026 cohort. Confirm the current per-credit rate with the school, as published figures circulating online are frequently a year or more out of date.
- Yale School of Nursing and the Columbia University School of Nursing operate comparable graduate-entry programs at similarly selective admission thresholds.
Programs at this tier are highly competitive. GPA minimums of 3.0 are the floor; admitted cohorts typically average higher. Most require science prerequisites comparable to ABSN programs.
Cost
Total program costs for graduate-entry nursing programs range from roughly $60,000 at public universities to $120,000 or more at private institutions. Private research universities sit at the upper end – Vanderbilt’s $2,057 per credit hour across a 66-credit MN works out to approximately $135,000 in tuition alone. Some programs offer graduate assistantships or research positions that offset tuition; availability varies by school and specialty track. Because per-credit rates are reset annually, multiply the current published rate by the program’s credit total rather than relying on any quoted program cost.
When it makes sense
The direct-entry MSN is worth serious consideration if you intend to become a nurse practitioner. Traditional nurses follow a BSN → RN experience (typically 1–3 years) → MSN pathway. Direct-entry condenses this but adds program length and cost upfront. If NP is your endpoint regardless, the difference in time-to-NP-licensure between the two paths is smaller than it first appears.
It is a poor fit if you are primarily interested in reaching RN licensure as quickly and inexpensively as possible. For that goal, ABSN is the more efficient route. See our levels of nursing: MSN guide for more on what the MSN credential enables in terms of scope, specialization, and salary.
Key admission requirements across all paths
Regardless of which program type you choose, certain requirements appear consistently across second-degree and career-changer nursing programs.
Science prerequisites
The core prerequisites are similar across ABSN, traditional BSN, and direct-entry MSN programs:
| Prerequisite | Typical requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy & Physiology I | B or higher, with lab | Required at nearly all programs |
| Anatomy & Physiology II | B or higher, with lab | Some programs accept a combined A&P sequence |
| Microbiology | B or higher, with lab | Lab section is usually mandatory |
| General or organic chemistry | B or higher | Some accept biochemistry as a substitute |
| Statistics | C or higher, often B | Lower threshold than science courses at most schools |
| Human nutrition | C or higher | Not required at all programs |
| Introductory psychology | C or higher | Developmental or abnormal psychology usually accepted |
Recency matters. A&P and microbiology credits older than 5–10 years may be rejected regardless of original grade. Confirm the recency policy with each program before applying.
GPA benchmarks
- ABSN: 3.0 minimum floor; competitive programs expect 3.2–3.3+ with a strong science GPA
- Traditional BSN: 2.5–3.0 minimum, with more variance across institutions
- Direct-entry MSN: 3.0 floor; admitted cohorts at top programs typically average 3.4–3.6
Universal requirements
All accredited prelicensure nursing programs require criminal background checks and drug screening before clinical placement. CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association) is required at all programs. Immunization documentation (including hepatitis B series, MMR, varicella, annual flu, and TB testing) is required for clinical rotations.
Personal statements and references are near-universal for competitive programs. Clinical or academic references carry more weight than personal references. The personal statement for a career-changer application should explain the transition specifically – not generically – and connect your prior field to nursing.
Cost comparison
| Program type | Total cost range (tuition) | Duration | Cost per month in program |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABSN – private university | $40,000–$80,000 | 12–18 months | ~$3,300–$5,300/month |
| ABSN – public university (in-state) | $20,000–$40,000 | 12–18 months | ~$1,700–$3,300/month |
| Traditional BSN – public (in-state) | $20,000–$50,000 total | 24–48 months | ~$500–$1,700/month |
| Traditional BSN – private | $80,000–$200,000+ | 24–48 months | ~$2,500–$5,000+/month |
| Direct-entry MSN – public | $45,000–$70,000 | 30–42 months | ~$1,200–$2,300/month |
| Direct-entry MSN – private | $80,000–$120,000+ | 30–42 months | ~$2,200–$3,500+/month |
| Accelerated ADN – public community college | $10,000–$40,000 | 18–20 months | ~$500–$2,200/month |
ROI framing: The BLS May 2025 median annual RN salary is $97,550 (SOC 29-1141). A career changer moving from a $60,000-per-year prior career to a $97,550 RN position gains $37,550 per year before taxes, and a $60,000 ABSN program pays back in roughly 19 months on that delta alone.
Two caveats keep that calculation honest. First, the median describes the whole RN workforce, not new graduates – a first-year nurse typically starts nearer the 10th to 25th percentile, so the delta in year one is smaller than the headline figure implies and widens with experience. Second, the calculation is different for career changers leaving high-earning fields such as engineering, finance, or law, where the switch involves a pay cut for several years before reaching senior RN or advanced-practice salary levels. Run the numbers against your own prior salary and the entry-level wage in your target state rather than the national median.
For more detail on program costs and financial aid options across all nursing education levels, see the nursing school cost guide.
Which path is right for you
This is the question worth spending time on before you contact admissions offices. The programs above all lead to the same RN license – what differs is how long you are in school, what you pay, and where you land afterward.
Choose an ABSN if: Your science prerequisites are complete (or close to complete), your cumulative GPA is 3.0 or above, and your primary goal is reaching RN licensure as quickly as possible. This is the path for the majority of career changers who have already done the preparatory groundwork. A private ABSN at $60,000–$80,000 is expensive in absolute terms but the shortest bridge between your current situation and a nursing career. See the accelerated BSN programs guide for detailed guidance on comparing and applying to programs.
Choose a traditional BSN at a public university if: You are missing a significant number of prerequisites, budget is a primary constraint, and an in-state public university offers a meaningful cost advantage over available ABSN options. This path requires patience – two to four additional years – but at a flagship state university’s in-state rate, total cost can undercut private ABSN programs significantly. It also suits applicants who need schedule flexibility that intensive ABSN programs cannot accommodate.
Choose a direct-entry MSN if: Your career goal is nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or another advanced practice role, and you are prepared to invest more time and money upfront to arrive there directly. Direct-entry MSN programs are selective, expensive, and longer than ABSN – but they eliminate the BSN→RN experience→bridge MSN sequence, which for an NP-track student represents a meaningful compression of total time-to-advanced-practice. If you are unsure whether you want to become an NP, complete an ABSN first and keep that decision open.
Choose an accelerated ADN if: You do not hold a prior bachelor’s degree, funds are very limited, and you need to start earning as an RN sooner rather than later. A community college accelerated ADN typically costs $10,000–$40,000 total and finishes in 18–20 months. You would then complete an RN-to-BSN bridge program (often online, often employer-subsidized) once working. This path has a lower credential ceiling at first, but the financial structure is different – you earn an RN salary while completing the bridge. See the ADN vs BSN comparison for a full breakdown.
A note on online options: Fully online prelicensure nursing degrees do not exist in accredited form. Clinical hours are not something that can be completed online. Hybrid programs do exist – online didactic coursework combined with local clinical placements – but the hands-on component requires on-site presence. Be skeptical of any program that advertises an online path to initial RN licensure.
Frequently asked questions
Can I go to nursing school if I already have a bachelor’s degree in another field?
Yes. Career changers with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree are the intended applicant for ABSN programs, direct-entry MSN programs, and many traditional BSN tracks. Your completed degree satisfies general education requirements and, in many cases, covers some science prerequisites.
Do I have to retake my prerequisite courses?
Not necessarily. If your science prerequisites are current (typically within the last 5–7 years depending on the program) and you earned a B or higher, most programs will accept them. Prerequisites that are older than the recency threshold or graded below a B will likely need to be retaken. Confirm the policy of each program before applying.
Is an accelerated BSN the same credential as a traditional BSN?
Yes. Both are a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Both confer eligibility to sit the NCLEX-RN. Employers and licensing boards do not distinguish between the two on credentials; your transcript will not indicate the degree was accelerated.
Can I work during an ABSN program?
Most ABSN programs strongly advise against it and some prohibit outside employment in their student handbooks. The combination of coursework and clinical hours is demanding – typically 30–40 hours per week of combined academic and clinical time. Some students work limited part-time hours on weekends early in the program; this becomes harder as clinical placements intensify.
What is a direct-entry MSN and how is it different from an ABSN?
An ABSN produces a bachelor’s degree and RN licensure in 12–18 months. A direct-entry MSN produces a master’s degree and RN licensure in 2.5–3.5 years, starting from the same prerequisite baseline. The direct-entry MSN includes a graduate-level specialty track (often NP or CNS) that the ABSN does not. It costs more and takes longer, but it positions you for advanced practice without a separate post-BSN MSN program.
What GPA do I need for a second-degree nursing program?
ABSN programs require a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at most schools, with competitive programs expecting 3.2–3.3+. Direct-entry MSN programs have similar floors with higher average admitted GPAs. Traditional BSN programs at community colleges and regional universities tend to have lower minimums (2.5–3.0). Your science GPA is evaluated separately at many programs and often carries more weight than your overall GPA.
How long does it take to become a nurse if I already have a degree?
With an ABSN, you can be NCLEX-RN eligible in 12–18 months from program start. Factor in 3–12 months to complete any missing prerequisites before program start, and 1–3 months between program completion and NCLEX licensure. Total time from decision to RN licensure is typically 1.5 to 3 years for most career changers. A direct-entry MSN takes 2.5–3.5 years in program. A traditional BSN at a new institution takes 2–4 years.
Do second-degree nursing programs require healthcare experience?
Requirements vary by program and program type. Some ABSN programs require or strongly prefer documented clinical experience (CNA, EMT, medical assistant, phlebotomy work). Others do not require it but note that applicants with clinical background tend to adapt more quickly. Direct-entry MSN programs at top-tier schools increasingly expect some healthcare or shadowing experience. Check each program’s specific policy – it varies meaningfully.
Can I do an accelerated nursing program without a bachelor’s degree?
Yes. An accelerated ADN at a community college does not require a prior degree of any kind and typically finishes in 18–20 months, faster than a standard two-year ADN. It costs less than any ABSN or direct-entry MSN option, though the credential ceiling is lower until you complete an RN-to-BSN bridge. If you already hold a bachelor’s degree, an ABSN or direct-entry MSN will usually get you to a BSN or higher credential in a comparable timeframe.
References
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing, “Fact Sheet: Accelerated Baccalaureate and Master’s Degrees in Nursing,” last updated May 2026 (340 accelerated baccalaureate and 104 accelerated or entry-level master’s programs in 2025; 29,421 enrolled and 17,029 graduated from accelerated baccalaureate programs; 12–18 month program length; students receive the same number of clinical hours as traditional entry-level programs).
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing, “2025-2026 Annual Survey of Institutions with Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Nursing Programs,” published 7 May 2026 (93,176 qualified applications turned away in 2025, of which 75,255 were entry-level baccalaureate; 998 schools responding, 89.5% response rate).
- US Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), May 2025” (national median annual wage $97,550).
- American Nurses Credentialing Center, “Magnet Recognition Program: Eligibility Criteria” (100% of nurse managers and 100% of nurse leaders must hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree in nursing; CNO must hold a minimum of a master’s degree; no workforce BSN percentage or new-hire BSN requirement is specified).
- Institute of Medicine, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health, National Academies Press, 2010 (origin of the frequently misattributed 80% BSN workforce recommendation).
- Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, “Master of Nursing (MN) Program” (four-semester, 66-credit prelicensure program for non-nursing bachelor’s degree holders; tuition $2,057 per credit hour for 2025–2026; replaced the PreSpecialty MSN, which closed to new enrollment in Fall 2024).
- UCSF School of Nursing, “Master’s Entry Program in Nursing” admissions status (program paused; reassessment begun fall 2025; advanced practice preparation transitioned to the BSN Entry to DNP pathway).
- Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, “MSN (Entry into Nursing)” program information (program length reduced from five semesters to four, approximately 16 months, beginning with the Fall 2026 cohort).
- National Council of State Boards of Nursing, “2025 NCLEX Examination Statistics,” Research Brief Vol. 96, June 2026 (first-time US-educated RN pass rate 86.7%; baccalaureate 87.6%, associate 86.1%, diploma 83.3%).