At a Glance

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)

Length

4 years (120 credit hours)

Availability

hybrid

Unlock More Opportunities with a BSN

Thinking about advancing your nursing career? Earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) can open doors to more opportunities, higher salaries, and greater job flexibility.

Why Move from LPN to BSN?

More Career OptionsWork in hospitals, specialty clinics, research, education, and leadership roles
Higher Salary PotentialBSN-prepared nurses earn more than LPNs
Job SecurityMany healthcare employers now prefer or require BSN nurses
Leadership and SpecializationStep into management, case management, or specialized nursing fields
Advance to NP or Educator RolesA BSN is the first step toward becoming a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Nurse Educator

Ready to take the next step? Your future in nursing starts now!

The LPN to BSN Pathway

Available to licensed practical nurses with one year of acute care hospital-based nursing experience
Documentation of experience is required prior to entry into the clinical sequence
Biology coursework (BIOL 225 and 226 or equivalents) must be five years old or less
Eligible students must pass the ATI Custom Foundations Exam for AP credit
Accepted students receive 12 credit hours for NRHP 100, NURS 100, 210, 310 and NURS 327

Eligibility Requirements

Overall GPA of 2.7 or higher
Science GPA of 2.7 or higher
Pass the required nursing admissions test

LPN-BSN