Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing Online
Gain sought-after credentials and stand out in your medical community as a bachelor’s-prepared RN who is ready for increased responsibilities.
Apply By
12/30/24
Start Class
1/13/25
Key Dates
Apply By 12/30/24
Start Class 1/13/25
Program Overview
Gain insights into the online RN to BSN program
Reach the next level in your professional healthcare journey with this Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online program. UMHB collaborates with industry leaders and faculty to design courses that strengthen your workforce-relevant skills and competencies, helping you prepare to work in both acute care agencies, such as hospitals, and in community settings, such as clinics, schools and industrial sites.
Our dedicated, full-time nursing faculty prioritize your growth—personally and professionally—and give you needed support while you acquire knowledge and develop an evidence-based practice that can lead to promotion and job security. Plus, we collaborate with you to ensure the program’s capstone experiences complement your current place of employment, enabling you to complete critical degree requirements while at work.
Career opportunities in nursing:
- Public Health/Community Nurse
- Charge Nurse/Team Leader
- Hospice Nurse
- Nursing Manager
- Nursing Case Manager
- Public Health/Community Nurse
- Charge Nurse/Team Leader
- Hospice Nurse
- Nursing Manager
- Nursing Case Manager
Upon completion of this accredited RN to BSN online program, you will be prepared to:
- Pursue a baccalaureate-level professional nursing practice and interprofessional collaboration
- Care for diverse populations across the lifespan and throughout the health continuum
- Engage in lifelong learning and continue to develop a foundation for professional scholarship
- Serve with purpose through involvement in professional and community organizations and activities
- Cultivate faith-informed discernment and integrity in the professional nursing role
- Pursue a baccalaureate-level professional nursing practice and interprofessional collaboration
- Care for diverse populations across the lifespan and throughout the health continuum
- Engage in lifelong learning and continue to develop a foundation for professional scholarship
- Serve with purpose through involvement in professional and community organizations and activities
- Cultivate faith-informed discernment and integrity in the professional nursing role
Also available:
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor offers a variety of specialized degrees that can help you advance with purpose. Learn about our other healthcare programs.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate and master's degree programs in nursing within the Scott & White School of Nursing at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
The online DNP program is currently seeking CCNE accreditation.
Military Friendly School
UMHB is designated as a Military Friendly® School with Silver distinction by VIQTORY media 2023-2024 (MilitaryFriendly.com)
Tuition
Plan with pay-as-you-go tuition
Tuition for the RN to BSN online program is paid by the course, so you can manage costs as you advance.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN to BSN | $500 | $1,500 | $15,000 |
*Tuition includes all standard fees and is subject to change without notice. UMHB reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time.
Tuition Breakdown
Calendar
Each course schedule is designed for flexibility
Our RN to BSN program is delivered in an online format, giving you the freedom to keep providing for yourself, your family and your community. Choose the start date that best suits your schedule.
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/7/24 | 10/15/24 | 7 weeks |
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/30/24 | 1/6/25 | 1/14/25 | 7 weeks |
| Spring 2 | 3/3/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/4/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/13/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/23/25 | 7/1/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
See the qualifications for our RN to BSN online program
For admission into the RN to BSN online program, you must meet the requirements below.
Admission Requirements
- Active RN license from Texas, Missouri or North Carolina
- 2.5 GPA
Review our streamlined admission process for the RN to BSN program. To be considered for admission, you must meet the following requirements:
- An associate degree in nursing from a regionally accredited nursing program or a diploma degree in nursing from a state board of nursing approved program
- Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended should be sent directly from the institution(s) to UMHB to this email address: [email protected]
- A 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Active, unencumbered RN license
- Students in Texas, Missouri and North Carolina can apply
- For new ADN graduates, conditional admittance may be granted upon successful completion of NCLEX. No clinical based courses may be taken until an active, unencumbered RN license is on record.
- Courses in the RN-BSN program are built upon the foundational knowledge of the diploma and associate degree education as well as nursing practice experiences. Clinical experiences are required for the RN-BSN program, which total 100 direct/indirect care hours. For these reasons, employment as an RN is highly recommended.
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended should be mailed directly from the institution(s) to UMHB at this address:
Admissions Office
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
900 College Street
UMHB Box 8402
Belton, TX 76513
Official transcripts sent directly from issuing institution(s) are also accepted electronically. Please email them to:
Or fax:
866-806-3813
Have a question? Call us at 833-690-1231.
Admission Requirements
- Active RN license from Texas, Missouri or North Carolina
- 2.5 GPA
Courses
A look at the accelerated RN to BSN online curriculum
The RN to BSN online curriculum is comprised of 10 courses, which includes two required Bible courses, totaling 30 credit hours. Please note that all non-nursing courses are pass/fail.
A total of 100 clinical hours are incuded in the program.
"I have the privilege to work at UMHB teaching nursing students to serve their patients and team to the best of their ability. I commit to preparing nursing students for leadership, service and faith-informed discernment."
Kelda McMullen-Fix
Assistant Professor, Mayborn College of Health Sciences