Online RN to BSN Completion Programs for Nurses

With America’s aging population, an increased focus on preventative care, and an urgent national nursing shortage, the demand for highly educated nurses has never been greater. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is now widely recognized as the standard for career advancement, leadership positions, and specialized practice.

Alvernia University’s Online RN to BSN Completion Program provides a flexible, affordable pathway for RNs to earn their BSN and prepare for the next stage of their careers.

Designed for Working Nurses

The RN to BSN program is tailored to registered nurses who have completed a diploma or associate degree in nursing and are either licensed or preparing to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination. With a 100% online, asynchronous format, nurses can balance education with work and family commitments. Courses are offered in accelerated 7-week modules, allowing motivated students to complete their degree in as little as 12 months, though many choose to progress at their own pace.

Alvernia is committed to making the RN to BSN program both accessible and affordable:

Tuition begins at $10,000, with deferment available.
$400 per credit hour for upper-level coursework.
Acceptance of up to 90 transfer credits toward the 123-credit requirement.

This generous transfer policy means many nurses enter the program with most of their general education requirements already completed, allowing them to focus on upper-level nursing and leadership courses.

A Career-Ready Curriculum

The curriculum emphasizes professional growth and patient-centered care. Courses cover essential areas including:

Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Healthcare Informatics
Developing Cultural Competency
Health Promotion in Families and Communities
Nursing Leadership and Management
Research Methods for Professional Nurses

In addition to online coursework, the program includes practice-based components that encourage application of classroom knowledge to real-world nursing challenges. A culminating capstone experience integrates evidence-based practice, leadership, and community engagement.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of Alvernia’s Online RN to BSN Completion Program are prepared to:

Assume ethical leadership roles to improve patient safety and care quality.
Apply evidence-based practice and clinical judgment across healthcare settings.
Use technology and informatics to deliver safe, effective care.
Integrate disease prevention and health promotion strategies across the lifespan.
Demonstrate professional standards rooted in the ANA Code of Ethics and CCNE Baccalaureate Essentials.

The program also reflects the Franciscan values that shape Alvernia’s mission, preparing graduates to deliver compassionate, holistic care to diverse populations.

Accreditation and Recognition

The baccalaureate program in nursing at Alvernia University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ensuring the highest standards in nursing education.

In 2024, RNCareers.org ranked Alvernia No. 31 out of 93 nursing schools in Pennsylvania and No. 391 nationally out of more than 1,700 programs. Rankings are based on accreditation, tuition, academic excellence, faculty expertise, student satisfaction, and career outcomes.

Take Your Career to the Next Level

Lifelong learning is at the heart of nursing, and earning your BSN is an essential step in your journey toward continued professional development and growth. Whether you’re preparing for leadership roles, exploring graduate study, or strengthening your clinical expertise, the online RN to BSN Completion Program at Alvernia University offers flexibility, affordability, and academic excellence.

Learn more about admissions requirements, transfer credits, and upcoming start dates by visiting the RN to BSN Completion Program (Online) page.