Nursing Program:
Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The UMSL College of Nursing recognizes registered nurses as busy adult learners who are licensed professionals, often with years of experience. The RN to BSN program offers registered nurses the opportunity to continue their education through flexible and convenient programs, without repeating courses and experiences commonly completed as part of an Associate's degree or diploma nursing program.
The RN to BSN plan of study is designed to be completed in six consecutive terms (four academic semesters and two summer terms), and takes two years to complete. Coursework for the two year program is offered via the Internet, on the UMSL campus, off-campus at selected hospitals and community colleges, or in telecommunication centers at convenient area locations. Students may attend classes one evening per week at an outreach site in the St. Louis area. Classes take place one evening per week from 6:00 pm to 8:40 pm. The day of the week will vary according to the location at which the program is being offered.
The UMSL Off-Campus Degree Completion Program offers this opportunity at St. Charles Community College. To learn more about this program and obtain an application for enrollment, please click on the Community College Partners link. For more information about the College of Nursing at UMSL, please visit the College of Nursing website.
Please click on this link to download the RN to BSN at St. Charles Community College Course Plan (PDF 135KB).
Nursing studies explore concepts of health assessment, family health, community health, research, leadership and health promotion with community-based, independent clinical activities. General education requirements are met through a strong liberal arts component including studies beyond the sciences, so students are prepared for advancement in the nursing profession.
RN to BSN students may transfer general education credit hours from community colleges and other accredited colleges and universities. Advanced Placement and CLEP credit are accepted according to UMSL policies listed in the Bulletin which can be viewed at www.umsl.edu.
UMSL’s BSN programs are fully accredited by the Commission for Collegiate Nursing Education, the nationally recognized accrediting body for Baccalaureate and higher degree programs, and the BSN pre-licensure options are fully approved by the Missouri Board of Nursing.
