Next Start Date January 12
Est. Program Length 9-18 months
Course Length 7 weeks
Credit Hours 120
Cost Per Credit $270.42*
Accreditation ACEN
Transfer Credits Accepted 90
*Out-of-state tuition includes an additional $32.32 per credit.
Maintain your full-time nursing role while earning your BSN online.
Led by experienced nurse educators, Shawnee State University Online Campus's RN to BSN online program features small class sizes, personalized attention, and dedication to your future success. Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), our accelerated curriculum will equip you with the quality education you need to advance your career or pursue graduate studies.
Topics of study for the RN to BSN online program include:Upon graduation, you will have the ability to assess the physical, mental, functional, and basic psychosocial skills of patients of all ages and will be prepared for a variety of leadership roles in nursing.
International students residing outside the United States of America may apply and enroll into the Shawnee State University's RN to BSN degree. The program is administered all online and the international student will maintain a full course of study. Admitted students will not be issued an I-20 for entry into the United States. The program will be completed by the student from their home country. Please refer to www.studyinthestates.dhs.gov for more information pertaining to enrollment in an online program from your home country.
Become equipped for leadership roles or further studies.
Acquire knowledge that's immediately applicable to your career.
With smaller classes, get a more personalized learning experience.
27-28 Total Courses In This Program
Our RN to BSN online program includes 120 credit hours through which you'll explore various topics in nursing. A required 35 credit hours of lower division courses can come from an associate degree in nursing or a diploma program.
The General Education Program combines required and elective courses to provide a well-rounded education that supports the University's mission statement.
Lower division nursing credits can be transferred from an associate degree in nursing or diploma program.
Before applying for this program, you must have:
In order to apply for our online RN to BSN, please contact an enrollment counselor and submit the following:
The online RN to BSN is offered at a tuition rate of $270.42 per credit hour for in-state students and $302.74 per credit hour for out-of-state students. Up to 90 credits may be transferred to the program.
| Component | Cost | Total* |
|---|---|---|
| Full Program Tuition | $270.42 per credit hour | $32,450 |
| Total | $32,450 | |
| Tuition with Maximum Transfer Credits (Up to 90) | $270.42 per credit hour | $8,113 |
| Total with Transfer Credits | $8,113 |
| Component | Cost | Total* |
|---|---|---|
| Full Program Tuition | $302.74 per credit hour | $36,329 |
| Total | $36,329 | |
| Tuition with Maximum Transfer Credits (Up to 90) | $302.74 per credit hour | $9,082 |
| Total with Transfer Credits | $9,082 |
Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Fees are charged per semester unless otherwise noted. This program takes four to six semesters to complete, depending on transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of time to completion, call an enrollment advisor at (740) 351-4778 or request more information.
* Tuition and fees are subject to change.
To help make your online education more affordable, Shawnee State offers financial aid in the form of loans, scholarships, and grants. If you have questions, our experienced enrollment counselors and tuition planners will assist you through the process.
At Shawnee State, we want those who have served our country to get the education they deserve. As a veteran or current member of the U.S. military, you can receive federal and state educational benefits through the VA, and we will provide you with guidance and support throughout your online education.
The RN to BSN online program will equip you with the skills needed to pursue a variety of careers, such as:
Salary and job growth information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and PayScale.
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