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Flexible, Quality Education for Today's Professionals.
Registered nurses who have earned their bachelor’s degrees are in demand in hospitals around the country. Research shows that nurses who hold bachelor’s degrees excel at critical thinking and have improved patient outcomes.
The College welcomes registered nurses from all hospitals and care settings, particularly nurses employed at Bon Secours hospitals who wish to obtain their bachelor’s degree.
100 Percent Online
Our RN to BSN program is designed for working registered nurses and offers the flexibility to complete all coursework online through an asynchronous format. With no scheduled class meetings, students can maintain their professional and personal commitments while progressing through the program.
In the final semester, students enroll in NUR 4242: Synthesis of Nursing Practice, a culminating course in which they work directly with a patient population to design, implement, and evaluate a quality improvement project that impacts patient outcomes. As part of this course, students complete a minimum of 20 direct care hours. These hours are scheduled at the student’s convenience to align with their work and personal obligations. Direct care hours may be completed in person at an approved practicum site, through telehealth, or—when appropriate—via telephone follow-up with the target patient population. Students collaborate with the Program Chair to select a practicum experience that aligns with their professional interests and goals.
Unlike many other online RN to BSN programs, BSMCON offers exceptional flexibility. While most students take two courses per semester and complete the program in two years, individuals may tailor their pace by taking as few as one course at a time, with up to four years to finish. Additionally, all required courses are offered every semester, eliminating delays in progression.
Securing Practicum Sites
The Nursing Program is responsible for securing all required practicum placements for students enrolled in NUR 4242: Synthesis of Nursing Practice. Students are not expected to arrange their own clinical experiences. The Program Chair and course faculty work closely with affiliated healthcare partners to ensure high-quality placements that align with course objectives and program outcomes.
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Deadlines
- Spring Term: Apply by November 1st
- Fall Term: Apply by June 1st
RN to BSN online program admission requirements
The RN to BSN online program requires applicants to have graduated from an accredited college or university; either diploma or associate degree. Applicants must have a valid unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the U.S.
Required GPA
Applicants need to have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or greater for the general education course requirement.
General Education Requirements
- Guaranteed admission to all applicants that meet the following requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university; either diploma or associate degree.
- Provision of official transcripts from high school, high school diploma or GED program certificate and all post-secondary schools/colleges/universities attended.
- Achievement of a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or greater in the general education course requirement.
- Valid unrestricted license to practice registered nursing in the U.S.
- Complete a minimum of 24 of the 46 required general education credits (refer to policy ACA 3.03) to include:
- Developmental Psychology (3 credits)
- Microbiology (3-4 credits)
- Anatomy & Physiology (6-8 credits)
- College Math (3 credits) – Statistics Recommended
- English Comp I & II
- If fewer than 46 credits are completed prior to admission, the student must take the remaining credits of general education at BSMCON. Any exceptions to general education credits as outlined by the Cluster Model (refer to policy ACA 3.03) are at the discretion of the Program Chair and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
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Official Transcripts:
- From all schools attended including high school and any courses you are currently taking—even though the grades may not yet available.
- View Official Transcript instructions here.
The remainder of the program consists of:
- 41 credits of prior learning as a registered nurse, which you will be granted upon completion of NUR 3209
- 33 credits of online nursing education and general education courses taken with BSMCON
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Benefits of our RN to BSN program
- Ability to log on to courses any time of the day, giving you flexibility to continue your work and personal activities
- Full- or part-time schedule options resulting in completion of the BSN degree in as few as three semesters
- Access to faculty through email, online office hours and video chat
- Dedicated student success advisor that provides learning resources to help students make the shift from traditional classroom instruction to web-based education
Incentives for Bon Secours Employees
- Bon Secours’ Human Resources Department currently offers 100% paid tuition and fees for Bon Secours employees (full-time, part-time and PRN status) who agree to work as a Registered Nurse for a minimum of 18 months after successful completion of the program. For more information visit this page: Bon Secours Mercy Health employees.
*The College of Nursing is licensed and operates in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is also approved under NC-SARA. Admission to the College is limited, and the College only accepts students from (i) states in which the College is registered/licensed, (ii) states for which no registration/licensure is required, and (iii) states that are members of NC-SARA. If you have questions about distance education or NC-SARA, please contact Dr. Catherine Mikelaites or visit our SARA page for more information.
