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Nursing (RN to BS) — 120 Credits

Take your associate degree or diploma in nursing to the next level with the Penn State School of Nursing's RN to BS program.

The RN to BS program builds and expands on the RN competencies needed to lead change and positively affect the health care industry. Earning a bachelor's degree can also properly prepare you to attend graduate school.

This program is offered online through Penn State World Campus. You can combine the convenience of online learning with a traditional classroom environment by taking the following courses in one of our Continuing Education locations. (Visit the Schedule of Courses to find out which courses will be offered the upcoming semester.)

NURS 200W Understanding and Applying Nursing Research (3 credits)
NURS 251 Health Assessment (3 credits)
NURS 390 Transition and the Professional Nursing Role (3 credits)

If you hold a current and valid RN license, you may receive up to 33 credits by portfolio toward an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Penn State.

Learn more about this program.

For academic planning, contact Barbra McDill at 814-865-2027.

Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing special accommodations or have questions about physical access provided, please contact the program coordinator at 814-865-3443.