RN to BSN Degree Completion Overview

We care. We are here for you. Stanbridge College Online offers a quality education and flexibility in a 100% online learning environment. With scheduled online face to face sessions with your instructor, this is the classroom, redefined.

Quality

• Stanbridge College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career School and Colleges (ACCSC)
• Stanbridge College has been recognized as one of IRE's 2010 America's Best Technical Colleges
• Benefit from lower class sizes and focused attention from instructors
• We have a highly regarded reputation for nursing excellence

Flexibility

• Our 100% online learning platform allows you 24/7 access to your virtual campus
• Complete your RN to BSN degree in as little as 18 months
• Receive full credit for your RN license and prior coursework
• No clinicals in the program since you have already obtained your RN license
• You are not required to travel to and from a campus

Affordability

• Stanbridge College offers federal financial aid to those who qualify
• There is no application fee or added cost to apply to the program
• Reduced tuition programs and benefits for members of the military
• Reduced tuition programs and benefits for Stanbridge College Institutional Partners

RN to BSN Degree Courses

The RN to BSN Degree Competition online program provides our nursing students with a rich set of courses with real-world value to healthcare employers.

Our courses in Pathophysiology, Advanced Physical Assessment, Evidence-Based Practice and Healthcare Informatics will prepare you for the future of nursing and the healthcare industry. By learning about the dynamics of diseases and how to piece together information from medical histories, physical assessment and documentation, you can excel in patient care plans and improve your confidence in treating critical-care patients. Healthcare Informatics will allow you to be up-to-date on the latest technological resources, devices and methods used in hospitals and medial care centers for the use of medical information.

In addition to enriching nursing courses, our general education courses including Business Communication for Healthcare ensure a solid foundation of skills useful in and outside the examination room. Start improving on your skills today and preparing for your future at Stanbridge College Online.

RN to BSN Undergraduate Courses

Nursing Courses		Credits
MED3010A	Pathophysiology I	4
MED3010B	Pathophysiology II	4
MED3030	Advanced Physical Assessment	6
MED3040	Professional Nursing I	5
MED4010	Professional Nursing II	5
MED3060	Health Promotion: Adult-Aged Nursing	5
MED4030	Health Promotion: Children	5
MED4020	Nursing Research	5
MED3020	Theoretical Models of Nursing	6
MED4060	Community Nursing	6
MED4070	Evidence-based Practice	6
MED4040	Healthcare Informatics	5

General Education Courses		Credits
COM3010	Business Communication for Healthcare	6
MED3050	Principles of Teaching	5
MED3010	Cultural Identity and Diversity	5
ENG3030	Scientific Writing	6
MATH3010	Statistics for the Social Sciences	6
	Total Credits (Quarter)	90

The total number of credits required to be granted the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is 180 of which 90 credits can be transferred for prior coursework from an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing Program. 90 quarter credit hours must be completed in the Stanbridge College Online RN-BSN program. RN to BSN degree courses can be taken in a non-sequential order with the exception of the MED3010 Pathophysiology courses. Applications are accepted on an open enrollment. Courses start every 5 to 6 weeks.

Benefits of an RN to BSN Degree

By completing a BSN degree, RNs have a myriad of opportunities for their professional careers:

Professional Advancement & Job Security

According to the American Association of Nurses, the US Government has projected that over 580,700 new nursing positions will be created through 2016. This places nursing as the top profession in terms of projected job growth. (1)

As job opportunities increase, many nursing organizations agree that the RN to BSN degree program is rapidly gaining real-world value:

The RN to BSN program is increasing in importance since many professional practice settings, including Magnet hospitals and academic health centers, now require or prefer the BSN degree for specific nursing roles.
The American Association of Nurses (1)

The primary pathway to professional nursing is through the […] Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree.
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2)

RNs reported transformative experiences when returning for their baccalaureate degree in nursing, which included raising their potentials, [and] changing their perspectives about nursing practice.
The National Student Nurses Association (3)

Higher Earning Potential

On average for an entry level position, a RN with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing earns twice the annual salary of a RN without an advanced degree. (4, 5) As more career opportunities are available for those with a BSN degree, RNs are able to increase their earning potential.

Wider Range of Career Opportunities

With an RN to BSN degree, you can heighten your career potential to become:

• Vice President for Nursing
• Director of Nursing
• Assistant Director of Nursing
• Charge Nurse
• Relief Charge Nurse
• Staff Registered Nurse
• Registered Nurse

Start today at Stanbridge College. Click here to apply online.

1. http://nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/ANAMarketplace/ANAPeriodicals/OJIN/TableofContents/vol132008/No3Sept08/CareerEntryPoints.aspx
2. http://www.aacn.nche.edu/media/FactSheets/nursfact.htm
3. http://www.nsna.org/CareerCenter/Fuss.aspx
4. http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Degree=Bachelor_of_Science%2c_Nursing_(BSN)/Salary
5. http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Registered_Nurse_(RN)/Salary

Admissions

There is no application fee or additional cost to apply for Stanbridge College Online programs. Admissions representatives are available to assist you through each phase of the online admission application and enrollment process. Contact Stanbridge at 888-544-9197 for assistance.

Online RN-BSN Admissions Requirements:

• You must have a current, unencumbered U.S RN licensure
• Associate Degree (Associate of Arts or Associate of Science) program from an accredited institution or equivalent coursework

Applications Process:

Stanbridge College accepts applications on an open enrollment basis. To apply, please follow the following steps:

• Complete the online application form.
• Send all Official Transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended to Stanbridge College attention: Registrar

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RN to BSN Credits

The total number of credits required to be granted the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is 180 of which 90 credits can be transferred for prior coursework from an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing Program. 90 quarter credit hours must be completed in the Stanbridge College Online RN-BSN program.

RN to BSN degree courses can be taken in a non-sequential order with the exception of the MED3010 Pathophysiology courses.

Transfer Credits

Registered Nurses will receive 90 credits for an Associate Degree in Nursing. Students who have an RN license but no degree must have the specified additional education to join the program in addition to the RN license.

Stanbridge College Online requires specific coursework to be completed prior to admission into the RN to BSN degree program. However, most of these courses are included in your Associate Degree (Associate of Arts or Associate of Science) program from an accredited institution.

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Call your Admissions Representative for assistance in successfully enrolling in the proper classes and to help you create a customized course map. Contact Stanbridge at 888-544-9197 for assistance.

Within two days of receiving your application, a representative from Stanbridge College Online will contact you if additional information is required. If no additional information is required we will contact you within 7 days with the status of your application.

Tuition

Cost of Application	FREE
Program Tuition
Student Tuition Recovery Fund (California Students Only)	$57.50
Cost of Books (Click to Expand)	$1,755
Total

The total number of credits required to be granted the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is 180 of which 90 credits can be transferred for prior coursework from an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing Program. 90 quarter credit hours must be completed in the Stanbridge College Online RN-BSN program.

RN to BSN degree courses can be taken in a non-sequential order with the exception of the MED3010 Pathophysiology courses. Courses start every 5 to 6 weeks.

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PARTNERS

Stanbridge College Institutional Partners are hospitals and healthcare institutions that have contracted with us to provide their employees with reduced tuition benefits. Currently, Stanbridge College Online offers reduced tuition benefits for employees and members of organizations throughout the nation. Partners may include corporations, health systems, school districts and professional associations in a wide range of industries.

Become a Stanbridge College Partner

To request more information on becoming a Stanbridge College Online Partner call 888-544-9197.

Partnering Benefits

Become a Stanbridge College Partner

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US Military/VA Education

Stanbridge College Online recognizes the heroic service and sacrifices that our nation's active and veteran military personal and their families have made for our country. Transitioning from the military to civilian life and starting a career can be challenging. That is why Stanbridge College Online provides simple and flexibile path by which servicemen and women and their families can earn a degree and advance their career.

Military/VA Benefits

If you are currently serving in the U.S. military, or if you are a military veteran, Stanbridge College Online offers:

• A 20% tuition reduction
• The ability to consolidate and transfer credits from multiple institutions
• Applications accepted on an open enrollment; courses start every 5 to 6 weeks
• Quality education from a fully accredited institution
• Flexibility to complete courses in between temporary duty, temporary additional duty, deployment missions and family commitments
• 100% online learning environment enabling you access to education 24/7 anywhere in the world
• Enrollment offered on a continual basis
• The ability to consolidate and transfer credits from multiple institutions

Stanbridge College Online also honors the following education benefits for active-duty service members, reservists, veterans of the armed forces and their spouses and children:

• The Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB)
  reimburses tuition costs through an educational assistance allowance.
• The Post-9/11 GI Bill
  applies direct funds to cover a portion of costs for tuition, fees, and books.
• Tuition Assistance
  gives a portion of funds to cover costs of tuition and fees. This program is sponsored by the specific branch of the military you serve.
• The Tuition Assistance Top-Up Program
  provides the remaining funds for tuition costs that are not covered under the Tuition Assistance program.
• The VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program
  offers benefits to veterans with service-connected disabilities.

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To learn more about military education benefits, please call 888-544-9197.