RN to BSN Completion
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Columbus State's RN to BSN program is designed so you can continue your nursing education
at a price — and pace — that works for you. Register now for classes beginning in
the second half of Autumn Semester starting on Oct. 20 or for Spring Semester starting
in January.
Recent CState Grads
Did you graduate from Columbus State since May 2022? Submit a letter of intent to enroll.
Advance your career with a bachelor's degree in nursing from Columbus State
Online classes. Flexible scheduling. Low tuition. Top reputation. Earn your BSN at a pace — and a price — that makes sense for you.
If you’ve completed your associate degree in nursing (ADN) and are ready to continue your education, enroll in our Bachelor of Science in Nursing-Completion program. The program is designed for working RNs, so you can balance work, school and life. Classes are offered entirely online, with part-time and full-time options available.
You’ll also take advantage of Columbus State’s low tuition – the lowest in the region at $182.93 per credit hour. Financial aid, scholarships, and employer reimbursement benefits can bring costs down even further. Columbus State offers an affordable, accessible path to progress from RN to BSN and advance your career.
Info Sessions
There’s still time to apply for Autumn Semester. Join us for an upcoming live online information session to learn more about the BSN-Completion program:
On-Demand Info Session
Can't make an info session? Review this information session on your own schedule.
Why Complete Your Bachelor's in Nursing at CState?
Career Growth
According to a recent survey by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 72% of employers strongly prefer baccalaureate-prepared nurses. Earning your BSN opens opportunities for promotion and higher pay, particularly if you want to become a charge nurse or manager.
Affordability
Columbus State’s BSN-Completion program is offered at the same low tuition as the rest of our programs and is fully eligible for federal financial aid. The estimated cost for ADN graduates completing a BSN is roughly $10,000 – and that’s before any financial aid, scholarships, and employer tuition reimbursement you may qualify for.
Convenience
Our BSN-Completion program can be completed entirely online. Depending on how many courses you take per semester, you can finish in less than a year or take up to five years from program start. We’ll work with you to make a plan that fits your life. Plus, if you’re already a graduate of the Columbus State ADN program, you get expedited admission.
Reputation
Columbus State has been preparing nurses for the central Ohio health care system since 1970. We’re No. 1 among Ohio’s two-year colleges in registered nursing employment certification, with a 95.65% licensure examination pass rate for graduates of our ADN program. Our employer partners — the region’s top health care systems — compete for our graduates. Six months after graduation, 95% are employed as RNs.
Career Outlook for Registered Nurses
Projected job growth in Ohio from 2020 to 2030: 7.1%
Expected annual openings: 7,993 Median wage: $35.62 an hour
Source: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, “OHIO JOB OUTLOOK Employment Projections 2020-2030,” ohiolmi.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If you are new to Columbus State: Start by filling out an application. Once you have submitted your application, you must submit official transcripts. Applicants who meet college admission standards will be notified of their acceptance to Columbus State within one to two days. Once your transcripts have been evaluated and you’ve met the BSN-Completion program admission standards, you’ll be notified of your acceptance to the program. Once you have been accepted to the program, you will apply for financial aid, participate in orientation, and meet with an advisor to register for classes.
If you already hold your ADN from Columbus State: Do not reapply to the college. Columbus State graduates only need to submit a letter of intent. Once your letter has been reviewed and accepted, you’ll move ahead with financial aid, orientation, and advising to register for classes.
Eligible students must:
- Hold an associate degree in nursing (ADN) from an accredited institution.
- Have at least a 2.0 GPA in most recently completed college coursework.
There are no background checks, drug screenings, health record clearance, or vaccinations required.
You’ll focus on developing your critical thinking and leadership skills as part of a multidisciplinary health care team. Topics include:
- Emerging trends in nursing and health care.
- Using evidence-based practices in planning, delivering and evaluating care.
- Developing cultural competence in nursing practice.
- Professionalism and ethics in the nursing profession.
- Organizational and leadership skills for patient safety and quality care.
You will also take the general education courses required to complete a bachelor’s degree.
The BSN-Completion program costs $182.93 per credit hour for Ohio residents. Estimated tuition for the BSN coursework is $9,878. The total cost of the program could be higher, depending on the number of credit hours you transfer and how many you need to meet the minimum of 120 for a bachelor’s degree. Many employers offer tuition reimbursement, so check with your HR department to find out if you qualify. You can also apply for financial aid and scholarships to reduce – or even eliminate – your out-of-pocket costs and graduate debt-free.
Autumn Semester classes start Aug. 26, so apply today!
If you still have questions, please email us at bsn@cscc.edu.
At the completion of the BSN, students will have a minimum number of 120 credit hours, which may include the Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) education curriculum hours.
Students who enter with an accredited associate degree in nursing will receive up to 34 technical credit hours. The individual nursing courses of a student's associate degree or diploma program will not be evaluated separately to fulfill the nursing course requirements of the RN to BSN program's curriculum. Instead, the nursing coursework will be accepted as a block of credit toward bachelor's degree completion. Depending on the number of credits transferred, students may need to take additional coursework to meet the 120-credit hour requirement.
Students will generally follow the general education courses outlined by the State of Ohio's Transfer 36 curriculum, which includes a number of electives. Recommended electives are highlighted in the following documents.
Apply Now
Ready to start on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing-Completion program? Start your application today!
Recent CState Grads
Are you a current Columbus State Nursing student, or did you graduate from Columbus State since May 2022? Submit a letter of intent to enroll.