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Prepare to enhance your nursing practice, faster. Courses in the RN to BSN program are 5 weeks long. Equip yourself with professional, post-licensure nursing skills while balancing the demands of work and life.
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.
Your eligible transfer credits could cover up to 75% of your bachelor's degree.
Explore over $1 million in scholarship opportunities for new or transfer students.
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Education should hold practical value. That’s why our courses meet rigorous academic standards and provide you with skills and knowledge immediately applicable to your career.
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You’ll need 120 credits* to complete the BSN program. Your course schedule may vary based on transferable credits or credits earned through the University’s Prior Learning Assessment.
Both the on campus and RN to BSN online feature the same courses, and your academic advisor will help you schedule them. Please note that on campus nursing students are required to physically attend class one day a week, typically from 6-10 pm.
The RN to BSN program is a post-licensure education program designed for nurses with active, unencumbered RN licensure who wish to obtain a bachelor’s degree in the professional field of nursing. The program is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of registered nurses and prepare them as generalists who are able to apply critical thinking, professional skills and knowledge to patient outcomes and healthcare systems.
Learning shouldn’t take years to put into practice. That’s why we’re empowering you to build career-relevant skills with every five- to six-week course.
We’ve worked with labor market researchers like Lightcast to find in-demand skills for occupations and mapped those to our related associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Your previous eligible college credits can save you time and money – helping you to graduate faster. That’s why we’ve accepted transcripts from 5,000+ institutions, so you can apply eligible transfer credits from an institutionally accredited university or college toward a degree of your choice.
75%
Of your bachelor's degree could be covered with eligible transfer credits.
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.
Phoenix | |
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Cost per credit
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$398
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Credits per course
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3
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Tuition per course
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$1,194
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Total program length in credits
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120
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Length of course in weeks
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5
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Fees
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One fee per course
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Tuition guarantee
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YES
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Data pulled on March 31, 2023
[1] $357 per 1000-2000 level credit; $415 per 3000-4000 level credit
Source of data: For each institution, the data are publicly available in multiple locations, including Academic Catalogs, Program pages, Tuition and fees pages, and syllabi. All data are publicly available on the websites.
Certain licensure programs and coursework in other degree programs may have additional fees. Please check with your advisor or course catalog for additional info.
COA Components | Bachelors Nursing (non-CBE) Licensure/Certification |
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Tuition and Fees¹
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$8,376
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Books, course materials, supplies and equipment
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$1,416
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Transportation
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$1,360
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Miscellaneous personal expenses
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$550
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Living Expenses²
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Food
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$2,650
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Housing³
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$5,120
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Federal student loan fees
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$60
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Professional Licensure/certification⁴
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$349
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Dependent care expenses
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$0
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Disability related expenses
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$0
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Total COA
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$19,881
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1The tuition component is based on a per credit weighted average for the credential level across the entire University.
2The University allows the same living expense amounts for students in all living arrangements and dependency statuses.
3The living expense component for students receiving Military Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) only includes an allowance for food.
4The licensure/certification component included in the final academic year of the program is an average of fees charged by all states the program is offered in by credential level and college.
Starting with your first course, every new, qualifying student will be awarded up to $1,000 to up to $3,000. Because scholarships shouldn’t just be for the chose few – they should be accessible to all working adults, like you.
Learning can lead to earning. Discover where your degree might take you and make informed choices about your future.
A BSN can prepare you to be a:
Top skills learned in this program:
Business Management for Nursing Professionals
Communications
Compassion in Population Health
Coordinating Safe Care
Critical Thinking and Holistic Nursing
Health Administration
Information Management and Communication
Leadership
Professionalism in the Nursing Field
Quality Improvement and Case Management
Strategic Planning
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When you earn your BSN degree, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job. You’ll learn how to:
6% Growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for registered nurses occupations is projected to be as fast as average between 2021 and 2031.
The BLS Projected Growth for 2021-2031 is published by the U.S. 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.
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You’ll have a support team of real people you can lean on to encourage your success as a student. Start a conversation about your future with one of our enrollment representatives today.
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Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time.
Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.
You have a support team available up to 20 hours a day, 5 days a week. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.[1]
[1] Transactional Survey, August 2021-22 (18,645 respondents)
Your success is a top priority for our deans and faculty members. They bring an average of 26 years of experience and hands-on perspective to the classroom, and help bridge the gap between academics and industry knowledge.
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 (CCNE)[2] and this program is aligned with leading industry organizations, such as:
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Go from RN to BSN in 12 to 14 months depending on the type of program you choose.
* 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.
Go from RN to BSN to pursue career enhancement in nursing. A BSN graduate has an estimated salary range between $67-92k. Salary ranges reflect the 25th and 75th percentile for nursing occupations in Arizona, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Learn more about RN to BSN online programs
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.
BSN programs prepare you for some of the following growing career opportunities in nursing:
A BSN is a degree in nursing. An RN is a licensure and job title. A BSN does not prepare you to be a nurse practitioner. If you are an RN, you can pursue a BSN degree for career opportunities in your field.
A registered nurse (RN) is a nursing professional who medically treats patients and provides educational and emotional support for those individuals and their families. Depending on the specialty of the registered nurse, their specific duties will vary.
A BSN is a bachelor’s degree of science in nursing and is a four-year program for students who seek to become a registered nurse, or those who already are a registered nurse and have an associate degree in nursing. Many RNs will enroll in BSN programs to further their education in the nursing field from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree.
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A BSN introduces you to skills such as:
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An RN to BSN program can take 12 to 14 months depending on the type of program you choose.
A traditional RN to BSN program is 14 months long*
A competency-based RN to BSN program is 12 months long
If you are currently working as an RN, you can choose RN to BSN online programs to take courses that fit a nursing program into your busy schedule. You can also use the highly rated 1-on-1 support, available 20 hours a day, 5 days a week to help you while earning your BSN.
* 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.
An RN is a licensure and job title. As an RN you may have many opportunities in your nursing career. If you are an RN and wish to a pursue career enhancement in nursing you can choose a BSN.
You may be eligible to enroll in a competency-based RN to BSN degree program which can reduce the time it takes to complete your BSN. There are specific admission requirements including qualifying prior work experience.
Current RN license required.
While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.