Program Overview

Nursing RN-BSN Program

The online bachelors degree completion program in nursing (RN-B.S.N.) at The University of Toledo is for those who currently have a registered nursing (RN) license (associate degree or diploma in nursing) and would like to continue on to pursue a bachelor of science in nursing.

Program Details

• Time to Completion: 2+2 Years/120 Credits
• Competency-Based Education Program (CBE)
• Full or Part-time Completion Options
• Asynchronous Class Instruction
• 100% Online

The RN-B.S.N. program is offered as a self-paced Competency-Based Education program (CBE). The CBE approach to teaching and learning is an individual learning model that allows students to advance in their coursework based on their ability to master knowledge and skills at their own pace, allowing for a flexible timeline.

Admission Requirements

Students can earn their degree in as little as two semesters, full-time, or the typical working registered nurse, taking two courses per semester, can complete the degree in as little as five semesters, part-time.

National Accreditation

The University of Toledo's nationally accredited RN-B.S.N. program has proven its expertise since 1974. All courses in our online RN-B.S.N. program are Quality Matters certified.

Important Note

If you are considering an online program that leads to a professional license or expect to do a clinical practicum in a state other than Ohio, we highly recommend that you contact the appropriate licensing agency in your state of residence to seek information and additional guidance before beginning the program.

Dual Admission/Transfer Agreements

• Dual Admission RN - B.S.N. Partnership with Owens Community College: Get all the benefits offered to UToledo students while you earn an associate degree in applied science at Owens. Once you obtain your license as an RN, move seamlessly into UToledos online RN-B.S.N. program with no additional admission fee.
• Dual Admission RN - B.S.N. Partnership with Saddleback College: Earn an associate degree in applied science at Saddleback, while simultaneously working toward your bachelor of science in nursing degree at UToledo via our competency-based RN-BSN program.
• The UToledo School of Nursing also has a transfer agreement with Monroe Community College.