Registered Nurse to BSN
Overview
The Registered Nurse to BSN Online Program is tailored for working nurses that are looking to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree.
The program consists of 33 credit hours through the articulation agreement, 57 credit hours of prerequisite or co-requisite courses, and 30 credit hours of nursing courses for a total of 120 credit hours. Graduates are prepared for entry-level baccalaureate nursing or advanced nursing practice in a culturally diverse community.
- Next Start Date October 14
- Credits 27 credits
- Length Term: 8 weeks
- Format Online
- Tuition $425 per credit hour
- Complete In 1- 2 years
Program Details
The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree requires a total of 120 credits, including a
mix of core courses and general education courses.
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CORE COURSES
Core Courses (30 credits):
www.csupueblo.edu/online/programs/rn-to-bsn/course-offerings.html
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
General Education (prerequisite/corequisite courses) (57 credits):
https://www.csupueblo.edu/nursing-bs/_doc/basic-admission-prerequisites.pdf
Upon completion of your RN- BSN degree, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate caring through advocacy for patients by providing compassionate care based on respect for patient’s preferences, values, and needs.
- Collaborate effectively within the health care team, to achieve safe, quality patient care in a variety of health care settings.
- Use nursing judgment based on best current evidence to ensure optimal outcomes for patients and families.
- Demonstrate professional identity, integrity, and leadership as the coordinator of patient care.
Skills you will gain:
- Empathy
- Confidence
- Compassion
- Resourcefulness
Tuition:
As a public and non-profit university, CSU Pueblo partners with you to make your education affordable. CSU Pueblo offers one affordable tuition rate, regardless of residency.
Registered Nurse to BSN Tuition Rate: $400 per credit hour
Scholarships:
Everyone deserves affordable education. That is why we offer a number of scholarships to help you achieve your education goals.
https://www.csupueblo.edu/student-financial-services/scholarships/index.html
Financial Aid:
Financial Aid: https://www.csupueblo.edu/student-financial-services/index.html
Learning can lead to earning. Discover where a Registered Nurse to BSN degree might take you and make informed choices about your future in education.
Diverse Industries:
- Health care
- Education
- Research
- Medicine
- Home care
Job Titles:
- Registered Nurse
- Health Coach
- Health Educator
- Traveling Nurse
- Nurse Educator
Applications for the RN-BSN degree are accepted year-round. The admission requirements are the following:
Prospective Freshman: As a prospective freshman, you are evaluated on the content and rigor of your high school
coursework, grades or high school rank, and standardized test scores. You must successfully graduate from high
school and have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. You must complete and submit the undergraduate appli-
caption and send official transcripts to the Office of Admissions.
Transfer Students: Transfer applicants are degree-seeking students who, at the time of application, have completed
a minimum of 24 credits of college-level coursework. Remedial courses and concurrent enrollment courses (courses
taken while in high school) do not count toward the total credit count.
Admission Standards: CSU Pueblo is a moderately selective institution, and we are committed to providing access
to a 4-year college degree to any student is who academically prepared. We look at several factors to determine your
preparation, including your cumulative college GPA and the courses you have taken at your previous institutions. In
general, students with at least a 2.3 cumulative transfer GPA who have successfully completed all basic skill course-
work will be admitted to CSU Pueblo. Students who have not yet completed their basic skills courses or who have a
GPA below a 2.3 are still encouraged to apply, and may be admitted on a probationary status.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the online application. The application requires official transcripts from all colleges which
the student has attended. Once the application and transcripts have been received, students will receive an admission
decision. Send official transcripts:
Electronically:
info@csupueblo.edu
By mail at Colorado State University Pueblo:
Office of Admissions
2200 Bonforte Boulevard
Pueblo, CO, 81001
Faculty
combined faculty experience, you will learn from experts in the field who will help you take your career to new heights.
Accreditation
The RN-BSN online program at CSU Peueblo is accredited by the Accredited Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).Frequently Asked Questions
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AM I QUALIFIED FOR SCHOLARSHIPS?
You may be qualified for one or more scholarships offered by CSU Pueblo. You must have an updated FAFSA on file with Student Financial Services. Visit the Scholarships page for more information. -
WHO CAN I TALK TO ABOUT MY FINANCIAL AID?
It is important to check your PAWS account regularly. Student Financial Services is open Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is available via phone at 719.549.2753, email at financialaid@csupueblo.edu, and take walk-ins. -
Where can I learn more about professional licensure?
This program is one that requires professional licensure. Professional licensure regulations and requirements vary from field to field, and from state to state. Each state and U.S. territory has an authority that is responsible for overseeing the licensure requirements of the various professions in that state. To learn more about licensure requirements for this program, please visit CSU Pueblo’s State Authorization webpage here. -
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Students will apply using the online application. Once all required documents have been received and an applicant is deemed eligible for admission, an applicant will be accepted to both the University and to the School of Nursing simultaneously.
Visit Admissions for further information.