RN-BS Quick Tips
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Delivered in an online format, our high-quality, convenient and affordable degree completion plan builds on your RN skills accelerating your progress towards your professional goals.
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Depending on your transcript, attending part-time, 2 years is generally the quickest. Otherwise students move through the program at their own pace. The schedule uses normal 16-week fall and spring semesters.
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As a public university we are affordable at $560 per credit (https://www.wcsu.edu/registration/ugrad-tuition/)
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You will earn a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
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Yes. Once you pass the NCLEX-RN exam and obtain your CT Nursing License you have your credential to begin your courses.
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Our Transfer Admissions Specialist will review your transcripts and outline your path forward. A maximum of 90 credits from other institutions can be used towards your WCSU degree.
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You will take a minimum of 30 credits of which 28 will be in Nursing. Nine (9) NUR courses are required for a total of 28 credits. See the suggested course sequence below.
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There are 2 courses that require a clinical experience (see NUR 330 and NUR 376 below). Faculty works with you to find a placement.
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The WCSU Nursing Department is accredited by CCNE, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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You may begin in August (fall semester) or January (spring semester). You may take any non-nursing courses you may need during the summer, fall or spring semesters.
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RN to BS Suggested Course Sequence 2 year plan
Fall Semester – 1st Year | Spring Semester – 1st Year |
NUR 309 Transition to Professional Nursing NUR 329 Principles of Community Health Nursing |
NUR 311 Physical Assessment Across the Lifespan NUR 336 Human Health Experience NUR 361 Research Process in Nursing |
Fall Semester – 2nd Year | Spring Semester – 2nd Year |
NUR 330 Nursing in the Community NUR 332 Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and Nursing Practice |
NUR 301 Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Organizations NUR 376 Professional Nursing Role Development |