Online RN-to-BSN Completion Program
- Complete program in as little as 12 months
- 100% online | 7-week courses | Tuition starts at $10,000
- Up to 90 transfer credits accepted
- CCNE-accredited baccalaureate nursing program
Create your comeback in nursing leadership—earn your BSN online in accelerated 7-week courses without stepping away from your patients or your paycheck.
- Program Length:
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1.00 Years
- Course Length:
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7 Weeks
- Cost:
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$400 Per Credit
A nursing program built on results and rigor
Proven Results
100% NCLEX pass rate (pre-licensure BSN students) — two years in a row (2025)
Noticeable Rankings
Ranked No. 31 of 93 nursing schools in PA (RNCareers.org, 2024)
Accredited
CCNE-accredited baccalaureate nursing program
Personalized Support
Personalized academic coaching and support for RN-to-BSN students
Jeri Eifler ’23
Alvernia really does a fantastic job preparing you not just to be a nurse but a scholar. I wanted this life of service. Alvernia really set up the foundation for me.
Skills you can use right away
The RN-to-BSN curriculum strengthens leadership, advocacy and evidence-based practice so you can expand your impact in modern health care.
Coursework highlights:
• Leadership and management in nursing
• Community and population-based health
• Nursing informatics
• Evidence-based practice and research
• Health care policy and patient advocacy
Learn more about the program and view the full curriculum.
Expand your opportunities in an in-demand field
A BSN is widely considered a requirement for RNs seeking broader professional responsibilities and career opportunities.
Career paths may include:
• Nurse care manager
• Nurse navigator
• Critical care nurse
• Pediatric nurse
• Trauma nurse
• Nurse educator (collegiate setting)
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RN employment is projected to grow 6% (2023–2033), with a 2024 median annual wage of $93,600.
Achieve More With the RN/BSN Program
Built for working RNs
Advance your practice and open doors to leadership and specialized roles—without putting your career on hold.
Pick Your Own Pace
Finish in as little as 12 months or move at your own speed
Innovative Learning
Course content is scheduled throughout the year in a 100% online format.
Accessible Instructors
Innovative distance education technologies feature prompt instructor accessibility.
Affordable and transfer-friendly
Many nurses enter with most general education requirements already completed, allowing them to focus on upper-level nursing and leadership coursework. Tuition starts at $10,000 and up to 90 transfer credits accepted toward the 123-credit requirement.
FAQs
- Who is this program for?
Registered nurses who have completed a pre-licensure nursing program (diploma, ADN or associate degree) and want to complete a BSN online.
- What do I need to apply?
• RN-to-BSN application
• Official transcript showing completion of a pre-licensure nursing program
- Do I need my RN license before I start?
Students may be admitted prior to passing the NCLEX-RN; however, an unencumbered RN license is required before registering for NUR 403 and NUR 405.
- What grades do I need to progress?
A grade of “C” or better is required in all nursing courses to progress through the program.
Ready to create your comeback?