RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Transfer up to 90 Credits

RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Transfer up to
90 Credits
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RNs, do more, be more, and earn more with a BSN

Advance your Career, Deepen your Impact

Registered nurses, this is for you! Our online RN to BSN program will give you the advanced skills needed to move into specialized practice, to strongly advocate for patients, and to lead the future of nursing.

The professional ACEN-accredited program goes beyond the basics to make sure ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s nurses are strong critical thinkers, inclusive holistic care providers, and empowered leaders. As a result, you’ll develop the skills in clinical reasoning, leadership, and communication needed to take on more responsibility in your career. You’ll also learn about evidence-based practice, population health, and systems thinking.

Online and Supportive

The RN to BSN program is fully online and asynchronous with a combination of 8 and 15-week courses. The general education component develops college-level competence in arts and sciences; the nursing component focuses on applying professional nursing knowledge and skills to complex situations related to the care of individuals, families, and communities.

With access to learning resources throughout the RN to BS in Nursing program—as well as a community of nursing faculty, academic advisors, and peers—you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Upon completion, you’ll be prepared for graduate-level education or to enter advanced practice areas like pediatrics, critical care, oncology, or mental health nursing.

Bonus Opportunities

  • Save time and money. Transfer up to 90 credits. See how to start with more credit.
  • ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ is home to Tau Kappa-at-Large, a chapter of Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society for baccalaureate and graduate nursing students.

See if the RN to BSN is the right program for you: Review our program requirements.

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Online BS in Nursing for RNs

  • General Education30 Credits
  • Major Core26 Credits
  • University1 Credits
  • Prerequisites to Major Core42 Credits
  • Electives18 Credits
  • Nursing Electives3 Credits
  • Transfer Credits90 Credits
Certain nursing certifications have been approved for elective credit. Refer to Nursing catalog for details.

RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ knows Nursing

For over 50 years, ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ has served the needs of new and established nurses by providing access to a high-quality, accessible, and affordable online nursing education.

A top producer of nurses in New York state, ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ has a network of over 60,000 nursing alumni across the nation. These professionals serve and lead the nursing profession in a variety of capacities. They are a testament to our mission of "preparing highly competent, practice-ready nurses who are equipped to meet the complex needs of diverse populations and communities."

Explore Common Careers

Penny Nikitas
The knowledge I gained from the degree program has been invaluable in advancing my career and helping me to grow both personally and professionally. It has opened up opportunities for me that were not present before and has given me the confidence and determination to continue to succeed.

Penny Nikitas
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2022

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Institutional Accreditation

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) . ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s accreditation status is accreditation reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 23, 2022 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s academic programs are registered by the and/or have Florida-based licensing with the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education (License No. 12928).

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ACEN Accreditation

The RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Administration of Health Care Systems, Master of Science in Nursing Education, Master of Science in Nursing Informatics, RN to Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Administration of Health Care Systems, RN to Master of Science in Nursing Education, and RN to Master of Science in Nursing Informatics programs at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ located in Albany, NY, are accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the RN to bachelor’s program, master’s nursing program, and RN to master’s nursing programs is continuing accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding these programs at .

FAQ

Many health care employers strongly prefer to hire a nurse with a bachelor’s degree. Bachelor’s-educated nurses generally earn more than nurses who only have an associate degree in nursing, and bachelor’s-educated nurses are in a better position to move up in their career.

To apply for ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s BS in Nursing program, you will need:

  • An equivalent U.S. Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • An official transcript showing the completion of an associate degree in nursing or an RN diploma education. Your associate degree in nursing or RN diploma education must be earned from a program with specialty accreditation, or a regionally accredited institution, or a New York State (NYSED) approved program.

Review the requirements page for full details.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s RN to BS in Nursing program is designed for working nurses and is flexibly structured so you can learn when and where works best with your schedule.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s RN to BS in Nursing program includes the following courses:

  • Holistic Health Care Across the Lifespan
  • Leadership and Management in Nursing
  • Research in Nursing
  • Introduction to Informatics for Nurses

You’ll develop the skills in clinical reasoning, leadership, and communication needed to take on more responsibility in your career. You’ll also learn about evidence-based practice, population health, and systems thinking.

Earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing significantly helps with pursuing specialized nursing roles, as it provides a broader knowledge base, critical thinking skills, and the foundation needed to enter advanced practice areas like pediatrics, critical care, oncology, or mental health nursing.