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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-10-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
Online RN to BSN Program
The online RN to BSN program at Colorado Mesa University offers professional nurses the opportunity to grow and develop critical competencies in evidence-based practice and insight into contemporary health care challenges. Taught by exceptional faculty, this rigorous program prepares RNs who have met state licensure requirements to practice as professional nurses, pursue graduate education, and assume leadership roles.
About the Program
The RN to BSN online program is an affordable, flexible path to achieving academic and professional advancement. The program is 31 upper division nursing credits which can be taken with 8-week sessions. Classes can be taken each session or students can go at their own pace. Additional outstanding essential learning courses may be required to satisfy the total requirement of 120 credits for a BSN.
Emphasis/Degree Options
The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with an emphasis on professional nursing practice.
Career Options
The BSN degree may provide:
- Ability to move into managerial or supervisory positions
- Higher paying registered nurse positions
- Further education with advanced nursing degrees such as NP and MSN
- Stronger leadership and communication skills
- Ability to engage in evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes
Program Eligibility
To be eligible for the program, applicants must:
- Have successfully completed an associate degree or diploma program in nursing that is accredited by the Accreditation Commission in Nursing (ACEN)
- Have graduated from a regionally accredited school, and a nursing program that is nationally accredited
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Submit proof of a current RN license as part of their application
- Have successfully completed up to 38 nursing credits (from their associate degree or diploma program in nursing that led to their RN)
Program Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Colorado Mesa University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid
The program offers affordable tuition and fees, with financial aid available for those who qualify. Additional program costs include:
- Typhon account ($70)
- Shadowhealth ($99)
Start Dates
The program offers five convenient start dates per year, giving students more flexibility to learn when it's best for them.
Program Recognition
The program is recognized for its academic excellence, with 90% of Colorado Mesa traditional BSN graduates passing the NCLEX exam on their first try.
Learning Outcomes
The program is designed to help students achieve specific learning outcomes, including enhanced critical thinking, leadership, research, and management abilities.
Mission and Philosophy
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing mission and philosophy are focused on providing high-quality nursing education that prepares students for practice in a variety of health care settings.
Handbook
The BSN Handbook provides detailed information about the program, including academic requirements, course descriptions, and policies.