Explore two paths to earn your RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Earn a competency-based BSN in less than 1 year for under $10K or a traditional BSN in as little as 2.5 years.
Transfer in eligible Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) credits and get up to 73% of your BSN covered.*
Both our RN to BSN programs are programmatically accredited.**
Salary range1
$61,630- $93,590
Salary ranges reflect the 25th and 75th percentile for registered nurses, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Job Growth2
6%
Projected job growth for registered nurses, 2022 and 2032, according to BLS.
- The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of University of Phoenix. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. University of Phoenix does not guarantee employment, salary level, or career advancement. BLS data is geographically based. Information for a specific state/city can be researched on the BLS website.
- The BLS Projected Growth for 2022-2032 is published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
Program details
Bachelor's degree
RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Programmatically Accredited
- Eligible for transfer credits
Top skills learned in this program:
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Compassion in Population Health
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Coordinating Safe Care
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Critical Thinking and Holistic Nursing
Bachelor's degree
RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Competency Based-CB)
- Programmatically Accredited
- Eligible for transfer credits
Top skills learned in this program:
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Leadership
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Professionalism
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Compassion in Population Health
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Coordinating Safe Care
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Critical Thinking and Holistic Nursing
The Competency-Based program requires additional admission requirements:
- An Associate of Arts degree in Nursing, Associate of Applied Arts degree with an emphasis in Nursing, an Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in Nursing, or an Associate of Applied Science degree with an emphasis in Nursing from a college or university with approved institutional accreditation, or that is a candidate for accreditation, or comparable associate degree earned at a recognized foreign institution.
- Students must have a valid, unrestricted/unencumbered RN license.
- A minimum equivalent of one year of full-time post high school clinical based RN work experience within the past five years. Full-time work is defined as 32 hours per week for the BSN-CB program.
University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org, since 1978.
* The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Save time & money
- Starting with your first course, every qualifying new student will be awarded one of our scholarships, or you’ll get the best savings you qualify for.
- Transfer in eligible Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) credits and get up to 73% of your BSN covered.*
- Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
- Competency-based BSN degree you can finish in less than a year for under $10k.
- No application fee, no obligation, and no university entrance exam required (SAT, ACT, GMAT, or GRE). We’ll request your prior college transcripts at no charge, when possible.
Exceptional flexibility
- Highly rated 1-on-1 support, available 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.
- Start your degree when you’re ready, with multiple opportunities throughout the year.
Career-relevant education
- Every 5-6 weeks, you can develop career-relevant skills to add to your resume.
- More than 100 online programs aligned to 300+ careers.
- Our programs are aligned with leading industry organizations, such as the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN®) and the Quality & Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN).
- Career Services for Life™ commitment. Your degree gives you access to career coaching, resume building and interview prep. For life.
- Our instructors are accomplished professionals who average 29+ years of experience.
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* Those transferring an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) may complete their program in 14 months. At the time of official evaluation students will be awarded 87 total credits from their ADN and valid unrestricted/unencumbered RN license. RNs without an ADN transfer will be awarded 40 total credits and may complete their degree in 2.5 years.
