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The online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) at the University of New Hampshire is a Bachelor’s Completion program designed for licensed registered nurses aiming to advance their careers through a flexible, online format. The RN to BSN Bachelor's Completion program requires an earned associate degree in nursing and an active RN license. The curriculum builds upon previous experience with courses like Evidence-Based Nursing, Leadership, Nursing Implications of Genetics and Genomics and Health Care Informatics. This expands professional opportunities for nurses in a rapidly evolving health care landscape.
The program supports working nurses by offering affordable tuition and career advising, preparing graduates for expanded roles in today's evolving health care landscape.
*Number of courses and course credit hours may vary, please reach out to your academic advisor for exact requirements.
College of Professional Studies
The mission of the RN to BSN program is to prepare registered nurses to meet the dynamic health care needs of diverse populations in New Hampshire and beyond while working in collaborative, inter-professional and evidence-based practice environments. The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Our nursing degree (RN to BSN Program) helps you expand your professional opportunities and meets the employment qualifications and demand for nurses of the future. With our flexible course options, affordable tuition, and exclusive focus on adult students, students are able to achieve a BSN while balancing a full-time work schedule and other important life commitments.
RN to BSN
Conditional Admissions
Those who have not yet fulfilled the additional criteria can begin as a conditionally admitted student. During this time, you can take the following courses:
Academic Advisor approval is required for course registration to be processed.
This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH CPS Online undergraduate students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first year at UNH.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CRIT 602 | Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking | 4 |
| HLTC 550 | The Emerging U.S. Health Care System | 4 |
| MTH 504 | Statistics | 4 |
| NUR 600 | Enhancing Your Nursing Career | 2 |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| IDIS 601A or IDIS 601B or IDIS 601C | Interdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities | 4 |
| HLTC 690 | Law and Ethics for Health Care and Human Services | 4 |
| NUR 615 | Evidence-Based Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 635 | The Nurse as Leader | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| HLTC 737 | Informatics for Health Professionals | 4 |
| NUR 670 | Nursing Care of Populations | 4 |
| NUR 700 | Nursing Implications of Genetics and Genomics | 4 |
| NUR 740 | Nursing Care of Vulnerable Populations | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| NUR 795 | Integrative Capstone: Nursing Practicum | 4 |
| Select any SOCI or SOSC course | 4 | |
| Elective (as needed to reach 120 credits) | 6 | |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
All bachelor's degree candidates are required to complete four writing intensive courses as part of the University Writing Program Requirements as follows:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
ENG 420 | The Writing Process | |
One Writing Intensive course in the Major | ||
One Writing Intensive course at the 600-level or above | ||
One Additional Writing Intensive Course | ||
Writing Intensive courses are identified with the label "Writing Intensive Course" in the "Attributes" section of the course description and/or a W following the course number.
An applicant with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in another discipline will be required to take only the 30 credits of nursing courses, in addition to meeting the Writing Intensive requirements. MTH 504 Statistics will be required if not satisfied in transfer.
A minimum grade of C is required in all Major coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of two course overlaps. Overlaps can be used between Major, Minor and General Education requirements with only one overlap being utilized between the Major and Minor.
For CRIT 602, SOCI/SOSC Elective, and IDIS 601: Students who do not achieve a C or better may repeat each course one time only.
For all HLTC and NUR courses: Students are allowed to repeat only one of these required courses. Any other course failures may only be repeated with departmental approval. Subsequent failures will result in dismissal from the nursing program.
A minimum GPA of 2.5 in the major is required.
Prerequisite: Conferred Associate Degree in Nursing Required, Registered Nursing License Required
Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete all General Education program requirements. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. Refer to the Degree Plan for a sample course sequence. Academic Advisor approval is required for registration to be processed.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major in Nursing | ||
| CRIT 602 | Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking | 4 |
| IDIS 601A | Interdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy | 4 |
| or IDIS 601B | Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer | |
| or IDIS 601C | Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities | |
| Foundation Courses | ||
| HLTC 550 | The Emerging U.S. Health Care System | 4 |
| HLTC 690 | Law and Ethics for Health Care and Human Services | 4 |
| MTH 504 | Statistics | 4 |
| NUR 600 | Enhancing Your Nursing Career | 2 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
Any course with SOCI prefix | ||
Any course with SOSC prefix | ||
| Intermediate Courses | ||
| NUR 615 | Evidence-Based Nursing 1 | 4 |
| Advanced Courses | ||
| NUR 635 | The Nurse as Leader | 4 |
| NUR 670 | Nursing Care of Populations | 4 |
| NUR 700 | Nursing Implications of Genetics and Genomics | 4 |
| NUR 740 | Nursing Care of Vulnerable Populations | 4 |
| HLTC 737 | Informatics for Health Professionals | 4 |
| Integrative Capstone | ||
| NUR 795 | Integrative Capstone: Nursing Practicum | 4 |
| Total Credits | 54 | |
Statistics is a prerequisite for NUR 615 Evidence-Based Nursing as well as proof of conferred A.S. Nursing degree or nursing diploma. Academic Advisor approval is required for registration to be processed.
Open electives are courses students will need to take in addition to their general education and major requirements in order to satisfy the remaining credit totals for their programs. Open electives are defined as any credit course offered by the College not already included in the student's general education, major, option or minor. Students will need 120 credits total to graduate with a bachelor's degree from the Online Division of the College of Professional Studies.
This is a non-licensure degree program. No additional license is required to practice in this field.
Visit the Office of the Registrar's website for more information about university programs that lead to professional licensure or certification eligibility.
With our flexible course options, affordable tuition, and exclusive focus on adult students, students are able to achieve a Bachelor's in Nursing while balancing a full-time work schedule and other important life commitments.
Admissions Requirements:
A conferred associate degree or diploma in nursing is required. If you are currently attending a community college in New Hampshire, consider our CCSNH Nursing Partnership.
This program is available to students in New Hampshire and numerous states across the country. See Availability in Your State for full details.
Our online nursing program maximizes what you’ve learned through your previous associate or diploma nursing program. Additionally, it serves as a natural next step for those who have a bachelor’s and are looking to transition to a career in nursing.
With three kids and a busy health care industry work schedule, Amanda Mas had to overcome many personal challenges on her journey to complete her bachelor’s and master’s degree in nursing at the UNH College of Professional Studies. Learn more about Amanda's story!
UNH College of Professional Studies online health care programs are designed for working, adult students and led by a faculty of skilled practitioners. The programs prepare graduates to enter the dynamic of the healthcare industry, become strong team members and leaders, and problem-solve on their feet.
CCSNH Partnerships
If you’re a NH Community College Graduate with an Associate Degree in Nursing, our CCSNH Nursing Partnership will maximize the credits you already earned through your associate program at a regionally accredited college or university and position you to start your bachelor’s degree with many of your general education requirements waived. Additional tuition savings is available. Visit CCSNH Nursing Partnership to learn more.
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR FULL ACCEPTANCE TO THE RN TO BSN PROGRAM
CONDITIONAL ADMISSIONS
Those who have not yet fulfilled the additional criteria can begin as a conditionally admitted student. During this time, you can take the following courses:
Academic Advisor approval is required for course registration to be processed.
In order to progress through the program, the student must earn grades of 2.0 or better in each required course and maintain RN licensure in the state where they practice.
Visit our website to see whether our program meets your professional licensure requirements.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at the UNH College of Professional Studies is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Our mission is to prepare registered nurses to meet the dynamic health care needs of diverse populations in New Hampshire and beyond while working in collaborative, inter-professional, and evidence-based practice environments.
For a complete listing of all UNH Nursing programs, including additional online and on-campus offerings, please visit the College of Health & Human Services at https://chhs.unh.edu/nursing