Program Overview
Nursing: RN to BSN
The Nursing: RN to BSN program at North Dakota State University is a fully online program designed for working Registered Nurses (RNs) to advance their nursing career. This program focuses on current healthcare trends, leadership, quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care.
Program Overview
The program is created to build on the associate degree or diploma, exploring new concepts without repeating prior coursework. Students gain the tools to lead and drive change in their organization. The program offers in-state tuition for all students, regardless of location, and up to 25 credits may be awarded at no cost.
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed for working professionals, with courses built in eight-week blocks, allowing the program to be completed in just four semesters.
Post-Graduation Career Snapshot
Graduates can explore career possibilities within the first five years after graduation, including high-demand occupations such as:
- Registered Nurse
- Travel Registered Nurse
- Home Health Registered Nurse
- Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
- ICU Registered Nurse The national median salary for these occupations is $100,200.
Future Career Pathways
As graduates gain experience, they can advance into more specialized or leadership roles, such as:
- Director of Nursing
- Registered Nurse Case Manager
- Director of Clinical Operations
Clinical Experience
The program offers hands-on learning experiences in clinical settings, focusing on population-focused nursing care and leadership.
Connect with Peers and Faculty
Virtual immersions are held periodically via Zoom, allowing students to learn from other students and faculty through discussions, lectures, and activities.
Flexibility and Convenience
The program is crafted with working professionals in mind, offering flexibility and convenience to balance work, life, and school.
Tuition & Costs
North Dakota State University offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost, with a range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options available.
Admission Info
The university welcomes students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.
Student Testimonials
Students have praised the program for its flexibility, support, and empowerment, citing the ease of balancing work and school while gaining confidence and expertise in their nursing careers.
College and School
The Nursing: RN to BSN program is offered by the School of Nursing in the College of Health and Human Sciences at North Dakota State University.