Degree Type:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Program Length:
3 Years (107 Hours)
Important Program Clarification:
The LPN to BSN program is an articulation pathway into the existing BSN program.
The pathway is on-campus/in-person only. Some general education
and pre-req courses are available online.
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?
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More Career Options
Work in hospitals, specialty clinics, research, education, and leadership roles
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Higher Salary Potential
BSN-prepared nurses earn more than LPNs
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Job Security
Many healthcare employers now prefer or require BSN nurses
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Leadership and Specialization
Step into management, case management, or specialized nursing fields
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Advance to NP or Educator Roles
A 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
Program Success
McNeese Nursing Program NCLEX-RN pass rate:
97%+
Greater than 97%, above state and national averages
Ready to take the next step?
Your future in nursing starts now!
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