Review of Online RN to BSN Programs

Consider an Online Program Currently Accepting Applicants

School	Level	Program	Admissions
University of Texas Permian Basin	CCNE Accredited	Online RN to BSN	Website
University of West Florida	CCNE Accredited	RN to BSN	Website
Campbellsville University	ACEN Accredited	RN to BSN	Website
Sacred Heart University	CCNE Accredited	RN-BSN - RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing	Website
Illinois College	CCNE Accredited	RN to BSN	Website
Alvernia University	CCNE Accredited	RN to BSN	Website
Concordia University - Saint Paul	CCNE Accredited	RN to BSN	Website
King University	Accredited	BS in Nursing (RN-to-BSN)	Website
Notre Dame College	CCNE Accredited	RN to BSN	Website

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Search the top online RN to BSN programs. We have reviewed some of the best online RN to BSN programs, and have a list of over 85+ RN to BSN programs online.

Many colleges and universities offer online RN to BSN programs that do not require you to live in that state. For most of these BSN completion programs, there is not a separate tuition structure for in-state or out-of-state tuition. Everybody pays the same price.

This page gives a quick summary of some of the most pertinent information that students look for in choosing a RN to BSN program including cost, completion time, and start dates. If you want to know more about a specific online RN to BSN program, simply click on the school's name and you will get a more detailed look at what that school's online RN to BSN has to offer.

Top Online RN to BSN Programs

RN to BSN programs are listed in alphabetical order by school name.

Breckinridge School of Nursing

Est. Total Cost: $35,784 +
Time to Completion: 18 months +
Start Date(s): Several start dates throughout the year

Capella University

Est. Total Cost: $20,000 – $25,000
Time to Completion: 10 weeks per course, depends on number of courses taken
Start Date(s): Oct. 2013

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Est. Total Cost: $29,890
Time to Completion: Approximately 12 months
Start Date(s): Fall

Drexel University

Est. Total Cost: $23,346 to $27,952
Time to Completion: Approximately 6 terms
Start Date(s): 4 throughout the year

Grand Canyon University

Est. Total Cost: $17,290 or more
Time to Completion: 2.5 years
Start Date(s): Every month

Jacksonville University

Est. Total Cost: $24,000+
Time to Completion: Approximately 2 years or less
Start Date(s): 6 start dates throughout the year

Linfield College

Est. Total Cost: $14,000
Time to Completion: 12-18 months
Start Date(s): Each Fall

Nursing@Simmons

Est. Total Cost: $40,056
Time to Completion: 15-18 months, if Full-time
Start Date(s): 3 per year

Ohio University

Est. Total Cost: $7,548 Ohio Residents, $7,641 non-residents
Time to Completion: 12-18 months
Start Date(s): 8 times a year. 3 in Spring, 3 in Fall, 2 in Summer

Oregon Health & Science University

Est. Total Cost: $16,578
Time to Completion: 1-2 years depending on full-time or part-time
Start Date(s): Each Fall and Spring

Sacred Heart University

Est. Total Cost: $28,890
Time to Completion: 12 months
Start Date(s): 6 throughout the year

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College

Est. Total Cost: $24,100
Time to Completion: 24 months
Start Date(s): 5 start dates throughout the year

University of Phoenix

Est. Total Cost: $33,800-$62,440
Time to Completion: Avg. 50 months
Start Date(s): ?

University of Texas – Arlington

Est. Total Cost: $8,995
Time to Completion: 13 months
Start Date(s): Several throughout the year

Western Governors University

Est. Total Cost: $10,642
Time to Completion: Approximately 18 months, but possible in 6 months
Start Date(s): The first of every month

Villanova University

Est. Total Cost: $34,260
Time to Completion: Approximately 2 years
Start Date(s): Fall

Why an Online RN to BSN?

You have made the big decision to go back to school and get your BSN. You have started to dive in and seriously consider some schools, but you keep running into some vocabulary that is just a bit unfamiliar. Perhaps for you, as with many nurses, when you went to school there was only one option; sit in class with everybody else. Now, however, you can still do that, but there are also distance learning options and even hybrid options. Not to fear! These terms are relatively easy to explain and with a bit of understanding they may just make your life a bit easier.

First of all distance learning or distance education is described by our good friends at Wikipedia as “a mode of delivering education and instruction, often on an individual basis, to students who are not physically present in a traditional setting such as a classroom”. So what that means for you is you get to take all kinds of nursing classes without ever having to actually go to a classroom. The entire class will be presented, taught, discussed, and graded online. If you have a laptop, this means that you can do your homework, chat with the teacher, or interact with classmates anywhere you can find a wireless internet connection. This option may not be for everyone, but for many is offers the flexibility to attend school without sacrificing their current career.

So now you know what is meant when a school says that it offers online only classes or has a distance learning option, and you already knew what is meant by a traditional classroom option. Now smash those two ideas together and you get the hybrid option. This type of program attempts to offer the flexibility and versatility of the online option, but also requires you to physically come to campus and sit in a classroom once in a while. This may mean attending class once a week, one a month, or only once a term. Generally, most of the content is delivered online and only a small portion is done in class.

FAQ: Why a BSN?

Why Does an RN Choose to Pursue a BSN?

Many Registered Nurses are choosing to pursue their Bachelor of Science in Nursing these days. But why should you get a BSN? The answer to this question can only be answered by you, but the reasons many nurses are continuing their education with a BSN are varied. The aim of this article is to provide some food for thought on why YOU might be interested in acquiring a BSN and, hopefully, to provide you a workable plan to accomplish your goal. Below you will find details describing how a BSN can help you get a job, get a better job, or move up the career ladder.

There are literally thousands of nursing programs in the United States that you can consider. This will allow you to take the NCLEX. After having past this nightmare of a test, you are awarded the title of Nurse. You can now pursue gainful employment and begin your career. But what if you only have an ADN and cannot land a job to save your life? In that case, you may need to head back to school and pick up one more degree. Your BSN. Three little letters can make all the difference between landing that first New-Grad job or not. Or perhaps you have been a nurse for years and are now moving to a new state or new hospital and want to stand out from other applicants. Again, a BSN may be the smart move.

Is a BSN required for Employment?

No, absolutely not. It is not even required for employment in a hospital. However, it is becoming a requirement at certain hospitals. And there are many positions within hospitals that do require a BSN. For example, many critical care positions are now requiring a nurse to have a BSN, as are many care coordinator positions. This is obviously not universal and there are exceptions to every rule. But if you want to land a specific job and stand out from the crowd, then you may need a BSN.

However, it should be noted that a BSN can be helpful to move up the career ladder into management. In fact, many hospitals are now requiring an MSN for management and to get your MSN you almost always need a BSN first. Even if an MSN is not required, a BSN almost certainly is. If you are considering the possibility of leaving floor nursing or active patient care and moving into management, then a BSN is almost certainly a requirement.

To summarize, a BSN is not required to be a nurse. It is not required to practice nursing at most hospitals and clinics. A BSN can, however, help you land a job, especially that all important first New-Grad job. A BSN can also help you advance your career if you want to specialize and need more education. Lastly, a BSN is an almost certain requirement if you want to move into management. Again, the decision to pursue further education and obtain a BSN degree is a personal and not always a necessary one, but it can be a beneficial one.

All Online RN to BSN Programs

	Online RN to BSN Program Name	Tuition and Online Learning Environment
Adventist University FL \| Online	RN to BSN Distance Education Program	Estimated tuition cost is $395* per credit hour, along with several other fees. Uses the Canvas software for online discussion forums, e-mail, student presentations, online testing, posting of assignments and lectures, grading, etc.
American Sentinel University CO \| Online	Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Nursing (RN to BSN) CCNE accredited
Arizona State University AZ \| Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited	Online learning environment and experience includes interaction with faculty, access to collections from ASU’s award–winning libraries, an alumni network.
Arkansas State University AR \| Online	RN to BSN ACEN accredited	Estimated tuition is $216 per credit hour, with approximately 42 credit hours required for the degree (total of 121 undergrad credit hours is required).
Ashland University OH \| Online	Online Bachelor of Science in Nursing	Tuition Info: Approximate tuition is $350 per credit hour.
Ball State University Online	Online RN to BSN	Tuition Info: For in-state residents, tuition is $290 per credit hour for under 11 credit hours, and a flate rate of $3,771 for 12-18 credit hours. For non-residents of Indiana, it is $483 per credit hour for 1-11 credits, and for 12-18 credits it is a flat rate of $3,771 PLUS $193 per credit hour.
Bethel University Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: BS in Nursing program is $500 per credit hour.
Boise State University ID \| Online	RN-BS/Distance Option Program ACEN accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated total cost for the online RN-BS is $12,160. Online courses at Boise State require a computer capable of running any certified or compatible operating system and web browser listed by Blackboard .
Brandman Univesity Online	Online RN to BSN
Caldwell University NJ \| Online	Online R.N. to B.S.N.	Requires completion of around 33 credits.
Capella University Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Average tuition is $22,902.
Chamberlain College of Nursing FL \| Online	RN to BSN Online Option CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition for nursing courses is $14,160, with additional $590/credit hour costs for Liberal Arts courses, effective July 2015. Minimum requirements for graduation are 129 credit hours, with 60 hours in liberal arts and 69 credits within nursing.
Chatham University Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Tuition is $782 for the RN-to-Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program.
Cleveland State University OH \| Online	Online RN to BSN Program	Tuition Info: Estimated costs are $240 per credit hour in-state and $243 per credit hour for out of state students.
College of St. Scholastica MN \| Online	RN to Baccalaureate Degree Completion Online Program	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition is less than $15,000/full program. Online learning environment peer collaboration and assignments completed as the student’s individual schedule permits.
Colorado Christian University – Online CO \| Online	Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) – Online CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition cost is $415 per credit hour, with other fees. Online learning through Blackboard, combining text-based materials with rich media such as videos.
Colorado Mesa University CO \| Online	RN to BSN Online CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated price of the program is $12,491.60 for in-state, and $15,491.60 for out-of-state students.
Columbus State University GA \| Online	Online RN to BSN Program CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Approximate tuition fees are $8,120, plus other fees. Ranked in the top 150 for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs by US News & World Report.
Drexel University Online PA \| Online	Online RN to BSN program	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition costs for 2015-2016 is $637 per credit hour for new online students.
Eastern Kentucky University Online	RN to BSN CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: $425 per credit hour for tuition costs for the 2015-2016 school year. Options for 2 paths: 1 year path and traditional, 2+ year path.
Eastern Michigan Universty MI \| Online	RN to BSN degree completion program	Tuition Info: Program cost is $9,840.
Florida International University Online	RN to BSN program CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Tuition for Florida residents is $215.94 per credit hour and $333 per credit hour for non-Florida residents.
Fort Hays State University KS \| Online	Online RN-to-BSN Program	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition for Fall 2015- Summer 2016 is $194.14 per credit hour. All nursing coursework requires that you use Microsoft Office software and FHSU partners with a partner to sell software at discounted prices.
Galen College of Nursing KY \| Online	Online RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Estimated standard costs for tuition is $395 per credit hour, and $375 per credit hour for alumni, military, and clinical partner employees, with additional technology and application fees. There is one practicum that will require on-ground clinical work to complete your degree, but you can be set up for this coursework in the community where you live.
George Mason University Online	Online RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Cost is $448 per credit hour for Virginia students and $1,308.25 per credit hour for out of state students.
Grantham University KS \| Online	RN to BSN Degree Completion (Bachelor’s)
Indiana University – Purdue University Columbus IN \| Online	Online RN to BSN Degree Completion
Indiana University South Bend IN \| Online	RN to BSN Online Degree Completion Program	Flexible paths of study allow you to complete nursing courses in 12 months of full-time study or 18–24 months of part-time study.
Indiana Wesleyan University – Online IN \| Online	B.S. in Nursing Post-licensure (RNBSN) CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition for online is $434 / credit hour with 39 total credits.
Jacksonville University School of Nursing Online	Online RN to BSN degree	Tuition Info: RN to BSN program is $460 per credit hour / $1,380 for a 3-credit course / $24,840 for the total program price of 54 credits.
Kent State University Online	RN to BSN program CCNE accredited
Lamar University TX \| Online	Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) online	Tuition Info: Tuition costs are $268 per credit hour for 30 credit hours.
LaSalle University Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited
Liberty University Online VA \| Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition is $375 per credit hour (based on full-time enrollment).
Louisiana State University of Alexandria LA \| Online	RN to BSN Online Program	Tuition Info: Total tuition costs are around $8,750 for 39 credit hours of coursework. Can complete program in as little as 14 months.
Medical University of South Carolina Online	Online RN to BSN
Mississippi College MS \| Online	Online RN-to-BSN Track
New England Institute of Technology RI \| Online	RN to BSN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing ACEN accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition is $230 per credit hour with other additional administrative, technology, and textbook fees. Online classes are built to be fun, relevant, and engaging, with real-life communication and examples.
New Mexico State University NM \| Online	RN-BSN Completion Program CCNE accredited	Uses Instructure Canvas for their learning management system.
Northeastern University MA \| Online	Online RN-to-BSN program	Can be part-time or full-time with completion expected within 2 years (six semesters).
Northwestern Oklahoma State University OK \| Online	Online RN-to-BSN Program	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition costs range from $251.75 per credit hour for Oklahoma residents to $466.75 per credit hour for non-residents for Undergraduate degrees. Uses Blackboard.
Notre Dame College Online Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Tuition is $295 per credit hour.
Ohio State University Online	RN to BSN program ACEN accredited
Ohio University OH \| Online	RN to BSN online CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Approximate tuition is $240/credit hour for Ohio residents and $243/credit hour for non-Ohio residents.
Oklahoma Christian University OK \| Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited
Old Dominion University Online	Online RN to BSN	Tuition Info: For in state Virginia residents, tuition costs are $316/credit hour, and $345/credit hour for non-VA residents.
Purdue University Calumet IN \| Online	RN to BSN Online Nursing Program	Tuition Info: Tuition fees are about $11,730 for 34 credit hours.
Saint Louis University MO \| Online	B.S. in Nursing – RN to BSN Online	Expect to take around 65 credit hours for the nursing major.
Sinclair School of Nursing-University of Missiouri Online		RN to BSN online option program is 120 credit hours, with length of program dependent on prerequisite courses completed.
South Dakota State University Online	RN to BSN CCNE accredited
South University Online FL \| Online	RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) CCNE accredited
Southern New Hampshire University NH \| Online	Online RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Estimated cost is $320 per credit hour. Multiple perks of online learning including free online tutoring services, academic advising, online access to the Shapiro Library’s collection of books and journals, and an online bookstore.
St. Catherine University MN \| Online	RN to BSN Degree Completion CCNE & ACEN accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition for 2015-16 academic year is $548 per credit hour.
Stratford University VA \| Online	Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) Program
SUNY-Delhi School of Nursing Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Cost per credit hour is the same for in-state and out-of-state residents at $270 per credit hour, with additional technology and other fees per credit hour.
Tennesse Wesleyan College TN \| Online	Online RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Online RN to BSN program is $325 per credit hour.
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Tuition for the RN-BSN track is $15,821 for Texas residents and $22,061 for non-residents. Length of the RN-BSN program is 30 semester credit hours, or 2-3 semesters.
The University of Texas at El Paso TX \| Online	RN to BSN Online CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition fees are $9,000 for about 30 credit hours.
University of Arkansas AR \| Online	Online RN to BSN Program CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition costs are just under $277 per credit hour, plus other fees for data, library use, etc. 100 percent online and asynchronous, 29 credit hour program.
University of Central Florida Online	RN to BSN program	Tuition Info: In state tuition for 2015-2016 is $212.28 per credit hour, and out of state tuition is $748.89 per credit hour.
University of Cincinnati OH \| Online	RN to BSN Online	Tuition Info: Approximate costs vary depending on if the student is part-time, full-time, living within Ohio, or outside of Ohio. Ranges from $488 per credit hour for Ohio -based part time students, up to $503 per credit hour (non-resident, part time).
University of Illinois-Chicago School of Nursing Online	Bachelor of Science in Nursing – RN to BSN Online Degree Completion Program
University of Louisiana Lafayette LA \| Online	Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) Online Program	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition of $316.66 per credit hour with 30 credit hours required. Can complete in as few as 12 months.
University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth MA \| Online	RN-BSN Program (online) ACEN accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated online undergraduate tuition for online students is $939 per 3-credit course ($313 per credit hour).
University of Memphis TN \| Online	RN to BSN Online CCNE accredited
University of Michigan-Flint Online	RN to BSN degree	Tuition Info: Undergraduate RN-BSN tuition is $401.75/credit hour for Michigan students and $441/credit hour for out-of-state students.
University of North Florida FL \| Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Tuition fees range from $7,695 for Partners to $8,550 for non-partners for a 30 credit hour program.
University of Saint Mary Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited
University of South Alabama Online	RN-BSN
University of South Carolina SC \| Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition cost is $371 per credit hour with some additional fees.
University of South Dakota SD \| Online	Online RN to BSN Degree Completion	Tuition Info: Undergraduate tuition is $325.25 per credit hour for 2015-2016. Total required credit hours are 120 credits, which includes general education courses.
University of Southern Indiana Online	RN to BSN program CCNE accredited
University of Texas Arlington TX \| Online	Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition costs are $8,995, for a 9 month program at 35 credit hours.
University of West Florida FL \| Online	RN to BSN CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated program cost is $9,028 / $282.13/credit hour
University of Wisconsin Green Bay WI \| Online	RN to BSN Program CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Tuition fees are approximately $415/credit hour.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Online	Online RN to BSN
University of Wyoming WY \| Online	RN/BSN Completion	Online RN/BSN Completion Program with no on-campus time required
Upper Iowa University Online	Online RN to BSN
Utica College NY \| Online	Online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Villanova College of Nursing Online	RN to BSN online program	Tuition Info: Online RN to BSN program is $593 per credit hour.
Washington State University Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited
Western Carolina University Online	RN to BSN	Tuition Info: Approximate total costs for in-state students is $5,500, and for out of state residents is $17,000.
Western Illinois University Online	RN to BSN
Western Kentucky University Online	Online RN to BSN
Wilmington University Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited	Tuition Info: Estimated tuition is $346 for undergraduate online programs.
Wright State University Online	Online RN to BSN CCNE accredited

Top Online RN to BSN Programs

Why an Online RN to BSN?

FAQ: Why a BSN?

Why Does an RN Choose to Pursue a BSN?

Is a BSN required for Employment?

All Online RN to BSN Programs

Adventist University

American Sentinel University

Arizona State University

Arkansas State University

Ashland University

Ball State University

Bethel University

Boise State University

Brandman Univesity

Caldwell University

Capella University

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Chatham University

Cleveland State University

College of St. Scholastica

Colorado Christian University – Online

Colorado Mesa University

Columbus State University

Drexel University Online

Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Michigan Universty

Florida International University

Fort Hays State University

Galen College of Nursing

George Mason University

Grantham University

Indiana University – Purdue University Columbus

Indiana University South Bend

Indiana Wesleyan University – Online

Jacksonville University School of Nursing

Kent State University

Lamar University

LaSalle University

Liberty University Online

Louisiana State University of Alexandria

Medical University of South Carolina

Mississippi College

New England Institute of Technology

New Mexico State University

Northeastern University

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Notre Dame College Online

Ohio State University

Ohio University

Oklahoma Christian University

Old Dominion University

Purdue University Calumet

Saint Louis University

Sinclair School of Nursing-University of Missiouri

South Dakota State University

South University Online

Southern New Hampshire University

St. Catherine University

Stratford University

SUNY-Delhi School of Nursing

Tennesse Wesleyan College

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

The University of Texas at El Paso

University of Arkansas

University of Central Florida

University of Cincinnati

University of Illinois-Chicago School of Nursing

University of Louisiana Lafayette

University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth

University of Memphis

University of Michigan-Flint

University of North Florida

University of Saint Mary

University of South Alabama

University of South Carolina

University of South Dakota

University of Southern Indiana

University of Texas Arlington

University of West Florida