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RN to BSN Completion Program (Online)
The RN to BSN Completion program is for registered nurses who have successfully completed their pre-licensure degree. It caters to graduates of diploma or associate degree nursing programs, whether new graduates just taking the NCLEX-RN examination or experienced RNs. The BSN is widely considered a requirement for RNs seeking broader professional responsibilities and career opportunities.
Students can complete the program in one year, or proceed at their own pace.
- Program Length:
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1.00 Years
- Course Length:
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7 Weeks
- Tuition:
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$400 Per Credit
- Study Format:
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Online
- Credit Hours:
- 123
Achieve More With An Online RN To BSN Degree
Flexible Learning Options
Nursing classes are primarily delivered in a 7-week module format, allowing for completion in as little as 12 months. The course content, scheduled throughout the year in a 100% online format, is taught via innovative distance education technologies and features prompt instructor accessibility. RN to BSN students also receive personalized academic coaching and support. Tuition starts at $10,000, with deferment available.
Highly Ranked Program
In 2025, for the second straight year, Alvernia's BSN program achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for its pre-licensure nursing students. This significant milestone highlights the university’s continued dedication to preparing highly skilled nursing professionals ready to meet the demands of modern healthcare.
RNCareers.org, a leading nursing education resource, ranked Alvernia No. 31 out of 93 nursing schools in Pennsylvania in its 2024 rankings. Nationally, Alvernia ranked No. 391 out of more than 1,700 nursing programs. Factors include program accreditation, tuition costs, academic excellence, faculty qualifications, student satisfaction, program offerings, career outcomes and school reputation.
Variety of Career Choices
The RN to BSN Completion Program will prepare you for a variety of careers, including:
- Emergency Room Nurse
- Critical Care Nurse
- Nurse Care Manager
- Pediatric Nurse
- Nurse Navigator
- Trauma Nurse
- Staff Nurse
- Nurse Educator in Collegiate setting
In-Demand Profession
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033. The median annual wage in 2024 was $93,600.
Program Overview
- Admissions Requirements
Students are admitted to Alvernia University and are fully accepted in the RN to BSN Completion Program when the following documentation is submitted:- RN to BSN Completion Program application
- Official transcript indicating completion of a pre-licensure nursing program from a college or diploma school.
- Students may be admitted to the RN to BSN Completion Program prior to passing the NCLEX-RN; however, before registering for NUR 403 and 405, a qualifying unencumbered RN license is required for these courses.
Additional Academic Progression Policies:- Both theoretical and clinical components of the professional nursing courses must be satisfactorily completed
- A grade of "C" or better in all nursing courses is required to progress through the RN to BSN Completion Program
- Application Instructions
To apply:- Speak to an enrollment counselor
- Complete an application
- Provide evidence of high school completion/graduation. Documentation may include high school transcript, diploma, GED scores, or equivalent.*
- Submit official transcripts of all previous college work (if applicable)
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
- Student Handbook
- Experiential Learning Opportunities
- Community agency networking
- International real-world learning immersion experience (Ireland)
- Program Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Alvernia University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccrediation.org).Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
- Contact Us
For more information about Alvernia’s Nursing program, contact the Graduate and Adult Education at 610-796-5187 or gradandadult@alvernia.edu or reach out directly to Linda Roy at linda.roy@alvernia.edu.
