Online RN to BSN

Finally, an RN-to-BSN program designed with the working nurse in mind! This degree completion program is designed for both diploma and associate degree registered nurses who want to earn their bachelor’s and advance their skills.

With increasing emphasis on patient outcomes across all health care settings, the online BSN degree completion program at Saint Joseph's College helps you build upon your nursing education. You will increase knowledge in evidence-based care, clinical decision making, ethical practice, population-based care, and health promotion and disease prevention. You’ll also save time with frequent start dates and save money with the ability to earn up to 3 free general education courses during your program. Take advantage of our strong history and tradition in nursing education and apply to SJC today.

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How much will this program cost?

Students must already hold an active, unrestricted RN license to pursue this program. Most applicants have earned their associate degree in nursing in order to become licensed. Those holding an ADN can anticipate spending approximately $19,890* to complete their BSN degree at SJC.

*Assumes transfer of 69 credits into the program. Transferring in less credits or more credits (with a maximum of 90 transfer credits accepted) will impact the cost of the program accordingly. The total BSN program is 120 semester hour credits long. Estimated cost excludes the cost of textbooks. Prices are subject to change. Click here for full tuition and fee details.

How long will it take?

The program can be completed in as little as 9 months if all general education requirements are met! See curriculum below for more details. Or contact an admissions counselor now to see how long it would take you to earn your RN to BSN degree!

At a glance

  • Transfer in up to 90 credits (75% of the degree!).
  • Start with nursing courses first - so you can immediately apply what you learn in the workplace.
  • Earn up to 3 free general education courses just by successfully completing your nursing courses.
  • No campus visits required.
  • We offer four start dates per year, have rolling admission, and there is no application fee.

Curriculum

Enrolled students can receive one free general education course for every nine nursing credits completed (the major requires 27 nursing credits). Students will take their nursing courses first and then any general education courses, if needed.

Students enrolled in the RN to BSN program must complete 120 semester hour credits through a combination of transfer, enrollment, and challenge examinations. Nurses with a nursing diploma will receive 30 credits in transfer for their lower-level BSN nursing courses. Thirty semester hours must be earned through Saint Joseph’s College. A full transcript evaluation will be done after acceptance to determine all possible transfer credit.

Looking to learn more about where you stand with finishing your RN to BSN degree? Contact an admissions counselor today.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing and the post-graduate APRN certificate program at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington DC 20001, 202-887-6791.  The pre-licensure baccalaureate program is approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

For more information about your state requirements, please view our State Disclosure Information.

Some of our faculty

Kelly Hudock, CRNP, DNP
Kelly Hudock, CRNP, DNPChair of Nursing
DNP, Rush University
MSN-FNP track, DeSales University
BSN, Allentown College of St. Francis de Sale
Terry Girouard-Jordan
Terry Girouard-JordanUndergraduate Program Director
MSN, Drexel University
MS, University of Southern Maine
BSN, Excelsior College

Position Yourself for Advancement in A Meaningful Career Path

If you are looking to advance in the field of nursing, the BSN is becoming a must-have credential for a variety of settings. Take the next step at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. Request more information today or apply now online (for free) if you’re ready.

State information

Please see the list below for information regarding programs available by state.

Saint Joseph's College has approval to offer the RN to BSN program in:

Alabama Alaska Arkansas
California Colorado Connecticut
District of Columbia Florida Georgia
Hawaii Idaho Illinois
Indiana Iowa Kansas
Kentucky Maine Maryland
Massachusetts Michigan Mississippi
Missouri Montana Nebraska
New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico
New York North Carolina Ohio
Oklahoma Pennsylvania Rhode Island
South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee
Texas Utah Vermont
Virginia Washington Wisconsin
Wyoming

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