Highlights:
► Convenient: Study close to home via distance learning (six sites in northeast Ohio)
► Work-life balance: Study full or part time. Distance learning classes meet once per week (Tuesday)
► Fast: Complete your degree in one year (three semesters full time) or two years (six semesters part time)
► Individual attention: Low student-to-faculty ratios
► Customized: Courses designed for the adult learner. Two practicum experiences designed to meet individual needs
► Quality: Program fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
The RN-to-BSN program offers licensed RNs the opportunity to attend classes in an online program or at one of six locations:
Close to home or online, this program is a convenient way for nurses to obtain their degrees.
We offer a number of scholarship opportunities for students transferring into The University of Akron.
How to apply:
All RN students are admitted directly to the School of Nursing as undergraduates. School of Nursing advisors will help guide the student as to the prerequisite courses needed and a plan of study that will best meet the student's needs.
If you are interested in obtaining a quality baccalaureate degree in nursing, we strongly encourage you to apply!
The college requires entering students to submit to a background check.
Professionals in our School of Nursing are happy to answer your questions about the program.
The RN to BSN to MSN option is designed for the experienced nurse who wishes to go on to graduate study to prepare for advanced nursing practice roles such as clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist or nurse administrator.
In this program, students take courses that meet the requirements of the baccalaureate degree as well as graduate nursing courses. On completion of the baccalaureate course requirements, the baccalaureate degree is awarded.
Qualified students must be accepted into Graduate School. They will continue in their chosen specialty area at the master's level.