Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in
Nursing (RN to BSN)

ADVANCE YOUR EDUCATION

Nursing is more than a career—it’s a calling. At Virginia State University, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is designed to prepare you for a rewarding role in the healthcare field, where you’ll make a real difference in patients’ lives.

Whether you’re entering nursing for the first time or looking to advance your current career, VSU’s BSN program offers the support, resources, and training you need to succeed.

How it Works:

This program takes your real life into account. Courses are fully online and taught by faculty specially-trained in online instruction.

In this five-semester, part-time curriculum, you’ll complete two three-credit hour courses every semester—one course every eight weeks— totaling six credits per semester. This allows you to continue your full-time role as a nurse and graduate with a BSN in 2.5 years.

What You’ll Learn:

This program combines evidence-based theory, hands-on clinical practice, and leadership training to prepare you for challenges and opportunities of modern nursing. With a special focus on inclusive healthcare practices in urban and rural settings, this program will prepare you to provide safe and effective patient-centered care.

As a BSN student, you’ll learn from experienced nursing professionals dedicated to your success. The curriculum is designed to help you develop criticial thinking, patient care, and communication skills that will set you apart in this competitive field. Plus, you’ll graduate ready to take the NCLEX exam and begin your journey as a licensed registered nurse.

Here is a list of sample courses you’ll take:

Transition to Professional Practice
Integrated Health Assessment
Theoretical Foundations
Healthcare Trends and Policy
Evidence Based Practice
Alterations in Health
Nursing Informatics
Population and Global Health/Practicum
Leadership and Healthcare Management/Practicum
Financial Management and the Healthcare Delivery System

Costs:

This part-time, fully online degree keeps affordability top of mind.

With pay-as-you-go tuition for both in- and out-of-state students, you’ll pay by the course you take.

Sample costs for a student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree:

RESIDENT STATUS	COST	TOTAL
Virginia Residents	$437/hr	$11,799
Non-Residents	$991/hr	$23,784

COURSE	COST
Fall	$$$/hr
Spring	$$$/hr

START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY!

When you can get a great education without disrupting your day-to-day routine, you set yourself up for an even greater future. Start your journey to greater by applying below.

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