The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is offered through the School of Nursing and Health Professions in a fully online format. The BSN post-licensure degree completion program provides registered nurses (RN) with the opportunity to acquire a BSN degree with little interruption to professional or personal obligations. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rowan University is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791 (www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The RN to BSN curriculum includes 120 credits and incorporates all Rowan University requirements for the degree award. Students graduating from an Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) associate degree or diploma program are awarded 30 nursing credits upon matriculation into the program for all pre-licensure nursing courses. Students may transfer up to 90 credits and must fulfill general education requirements of Rowan University, either through the transfer of credits or the completion of courses at Rowan University. Additional coursework may be required, depending upon the amount of credits transferred in to Rowan. This program is offered in online format and may be completed on a part-time basis.
Courses are scheduled in 7 and 15 week modules with each week of work starting every Tuesday at 12:01 a.m. and ending every Monday at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time).
Students must fulfill the following general education and Rowan Core Literacy requirements:
Rowan Core Literacy Requirements:
Students must satisfy all six Rowan Core Literacies. A minimum total of 3 credits of coursework is required to satisfy each Literacy.
Rowan Experience Requirements:
*It is strongly recommended that students work with their academic advisor to select the appropriate courses to fulfill program requirements.
Students must also have 30 credits worth of Pre-Licensure Nursing Courses in Transfer.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Concentration: 30 S.H. | ||
| NURS 03303 | Comprehensive Health Assessment | 3 |
| NURS 03304 | Nursing Informatics | 3 |
| NURS 03404 | Research Applications In Nursing Practice (WI) | 3 |
| NURS 03401 | Community Health Nursing | 6 |
| NURS 03405 | Health Care Policy And Finance | 3 |
| NURS 03403 | Nursing Care Delivery Systems | 3 |
| NURS 05504* | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 |
| NURS 03300 | Pathophysiology for Nursing | 3 |
| NURS 05505** | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 |
| NURS 03309 | Topics In Health Care Ethics | 3 |
| NURS 03308 | Pharmacology of Nursing | 3 |
*Students can choose to complete NURS 05504 or NURS 03300
**Students can choose to complete NURS 05505 or NURS 03308
The following courses have pre-requisites:
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or indicating any missing items.
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The chart below details available entry terms for the B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
| Summer | April 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
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More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
| Summer | April 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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