RN to BSN Online Program

Why choose Columbus State University's RN to BSN Online Program? This program is designed for the registered nurse to complete a degree conveniently and efficiently while continuing a career.

• No commuting to campus
• 100% employment rate for graduates
• Asynchronous classes
• Highly qualified faculty members with various nursing backgrounds who facilitate learning

Degree Requirements:

Columbus State University’s RN to BSN program is completely online, designed for working nurses who want to earn their bachelor’s degree in just one year.

• For Registered Nurses seeking a BSN degree
• 12 month program
• May enter program year round
• Small, interactive classes offered in 10-week sessions
• 100% didactic portion online
• Community clinicals in your geographical area
• Complies with the Georgia Board of Nursing Articulation Plan
• Dedicated RN student faculty advisor
• Core and nursing pre-requisite courses (63 hours) required for admission to nursing track

How to Apply:

• Admission to Columbus State University. Students must apply and be accepted by the University prior to applying to the School of Nursing.
• All transcripts must be sent to Columbus State University's Office of Admissions.
• Earn the minimum nursing grade point average (GPA) (2.5 based on a 4.0 scale). Calculated on pre-requisite courses required for the nursing degree.
• A grade of C or better in all required science courses and labs.
• Submission of a completed application
• Exclusion from other nursing programs may prohibit your admission.
• Hold a valid Georgia RN license.
• For more information contact: RN-BSN Program Coordinator and Associate Professor Amanda Hawkins at: hawkins_amanda@columbusstate.edu or call (706) 507-8582.

The Bachelor of Science in nursing program has full approval from the Georgia Board of Nursing and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

RN-BSN Curriculum Schema (DOC)

RN-BSN Curriculum Schema (Part Time)  (DOC)

RN-BSN Handbook (DOC)

Clinical Requirements (PDF)

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