The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is Designed for Working RNs
Designed specifically to fit the busy schedule of working RNs, this flexible program offers full-time and part-time options, with a choice of online, in-person, and hybrid formats. You’ll learn in small classes taught by experienced professional nurses who are experts in teaching coursework that is engaging and interactive.
The RN to BSN program builds on a variety of clinical knowledge that RNs already possess, with robust experiential learning embedded into the curriculum. Through research-based projects, leadership training, and independent clinical practicums, you’ll gain additional expertise, skills, and perspectives needed to be an effective leader in healthcare. You’ll be prepared to use evidence-based practice, informatics and teamwork, collaboration, and systems thinking to address health policy and advocacy in the ever-changing healthcare environment.
See our BSN program disclosures to learn more about accreditation, professional licensure, and the opportunity for third-party comments.
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Degree Plan
Major Requirements:
The RN to BSN degree plan requires 30 credit hours. You can choose to complete your degree in one year (3 semesters, full time) or 2 years (6 semesters, part-time).
General Education Requirements:
A general education curriculum of 40 credit hours is required for all transfer students as part of their 120 credit hour Bachelor’s degree. If applicants are Texas Core Complete at the time of application, all St. Edward's general education requirements will be waived. For students who have not fulfilled all of their general education or prerequisite requirements, St. Edward's University offers online and in-person class options.
View and download the full degree plan for our RN to BSN pathway (PDF)
Application Process
Application Deadlines:
RN to BSN pathway candidates may apply following the typical Transfer admission deadlines.
How to Apply:
All candidates for the RN to BSN pathway will follow the typical Transfer admission process. In addition, the Department of Nursing requires the following:
- Have an active, unencumbered RN license verifiable via Nursys or State Boards of Nursing
- Applicants who do not have a license but graduated within one year of completion of the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program will have the license checklist waived and accepted to the RN to BSN program. However, the license will be verified before taking the first clinical course – NURS 4429. If the license is unable to be verified, applicants will be unable to progress.
- Submit a clear background check and absence of criminal conviction, if requested
- Submit a clear drug screen if requested
We do not require TEAS, HESI, or other nursing entrance exams as part of the application.
Career Paths in Nursing with a BSN:
- Nurse Manager/Leader
- Nurse Case Manager
- Public Health Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Educator
- Health Policy Nurse
- Nurse Recruiter
- Nurse Informaticist
- Forensic Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Researcher
- Nurse Health Coach
- Specialty Nurse Certification Options