Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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The RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is designed for the working RN with an associate degree in nursing (ADN or ASN) from a regionally accredited institution. Students can complete the program in either a part-time or full-time capacity.

ADN or ASN Holders:

• Option 1: Full-time students take 2 courses per 8-week session and complete the nursing core coursework within 1 academic year.

• Option 2: Part-time students take 1 course per 8-week session and complete the nursing core coursework within 2 academic years.

Community college dual enrollment program:

• Option 3: Full-time students will take 2 courses in the summer sessions between their first and second year in the associate degree program, and 2 courses during the following summer session. Students will take 2 courses per 8-week session during the fall and spring semesters following the completion of their associate degree program. Students complete the RN to BSN program within 1 year of completing their Associate Degree in Nursing.

• Option 4: Part-time students will take 2 courses in the summer sessions between their first and second year in the associate degree program, and 2 courses during the following summer session and 1 course during each of the subsequent 8-week sessions. Students complete the RN to BSN program within 2 years of completing their Associate Degree in Nursing.