RN to BSN (Online) – Northeastern State University

Advance Your Nursing Career with NSU’s Online RN to BSN Program

At Northeastern State University, our online RN to BSN program is designed for working registered nurses who are ready to take the next step in their professional journey. This flexible program can be completed in as few as 12 months, allowing you to balance your education with your career and personal commitments.

Building on your existing knowledge and clinical experience, the 30 credit hour curriculum expands your skills in evidence-based practice, leadership, research, cultural competency, and population health. Each course is thoughtfully designed to enhance your ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while preparing you for advanced nursing roles and graduate study.

Program Highlights

• 100% Online – Learn on your schedule, from anywhere.
• Finish Fast – Complete your BSN in as few as 12 months.
• Leadership Focus – Develop the confidence and expertise to lead in today’s healthcare environment.
• Pathway to Graduate Study – Build a strong foundation for MSN or DNP programs.

Graduates of NSU’s RN to BSN program are prepared to provide comprehensive care in a variety of healthcare settings, educate patients and communities, and engage in lifelong learning that advances the nursing profession.

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program and the masters in nursing program at Northeastern State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

Admission Overview

Applicants to the RN to BSN program must meet the following criteria:

• Graduation from a state-approved associate degree or diploma nursing program
• Current, unencumbered RN license (submitted to Undergraduate Admissions)
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA, with no grade below a “C” in nursing support (upper and lower division) or lower-division nursing courses
• Diploma graduates and those from non-HLC-accredited nursing programs must successfully complete the NACE Nursing Proficiency Exams, scoring 60% or higher prior to admission.
  • Students are responsible for all NACE exam and transcript fees.
  • Credit for lower-division nursing content will be awarded after successful completion of the exams and the first semester of the RN to BSN program.

Admission Terms: Applications are accepted for Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.

General Education Requirements - 41 hours

While NSU requires a minimum of 40 hours of academic work in general education during the freshman and sophomore years, some majors may require other specific general education courses as program prerequisites or program requirements. These prerequisites raise the general education requirement for this major to 41 hours.  For students transferring with an Associate of Arts degree or Associate of Science degree from a public institution in Oklahoma, all general education requirements will be satisfied, except where program prerequisites are required. Students should consult advisors and the program’s plan of study for further information. Students are required to complete general education requirements by the time they have completed 90 semester hours of college work.  See General Education Requirements for more information.