RN to BSN

Major 

Developing Servant Leaders in Healthcare

The online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) degree program at Spring Arbor University is designed for working nurses, allowing you to learn the advanced clinical, analytical and professional development skills necessary to advance your career. 

  • Our RN to BSN degree online courses fit the needs of busy nurses – with no mandatory log-in times. 
  • Receive dedicated support from a Student Success Coach.   
  • Experience spiritual growth through a quality educational journey rooted in faith. 

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Accreditation

Spring Arbor University's online RN to BSN program is CCNE-accredited* and highly ranked for academic quality. 

*The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, post-master certificates, and doctor of nursing practice programs at Spring Arbor University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

7-1-7 The Degree format is seven weeks of classes, one week break and then seven weeks of classes.
20 Graduate in just 20 months

Key Courses

The RN-to-BSN program will helps students demonstrate the ability to function as a generalist nurse in an independent role in many situations and be responsible for independent decisions and actions. Students will be able to articulate an understanding of and apply health care policy, as well as be able to teach clients by providing information for them to make health care decisions, acquire skills, and change behavior.

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RN to BSN Faculty

  • Sarah Barker, DNP, MSN

  • Bonnie Birdshall, MSN

  • Erin Good, MSN-FNP-C

  • Al Kauffman, DNP, MSN/MBA

  • Anne Russell, Ph.D, MS

  • Glynis, Waycaster, MSN

School of Nursing, Health, and Sciences

The School of Nursing, Health, and Sciences prepares students to care for people, mind, body, and spirit. With nationally recognized programs, state-of-the-art labs, and a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice, students are trained to lead in healthcare and science while embodying compassion and integrity.

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Career Pathways

Grow as a Christ-Centered Nurse 

At Spring Arbor University, we are privileged to provide our students with a Christ-centered nursing education and participate in their journey. You will grow spiritually, personally and professionally throughout this program and will gain a better understanding of what it means to live out your faith as a nurse.

While the Christian faith is the foundation of our program, we welcome all students regardless of personal faith. All students will benefit from introspection and critical thinking as they consider how to care for patients of different faith backgrounds meaningfully.

 

FAQ

  • Complete in 20 months 
  • 38 credits 
  • Clinical hours embedded within the classroom environment 

Designed for Working Nurses 

  • Online, asynchronous coursework 
  • Four intakes per year 
  • Take one seven-week course at a time and enjoy a week off in between 
  • Flexible login times — complete your assignments on your schedule 
  • Associate degree in nursing or diploma in nursing leading to RN licensure 
  • An official transcript from all previous institutions attended with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 for all prior college work 
  • Completion of at least 58 transferable semester hours 
  • An unrestricted, unencumbered, current nursing license from the state of employment; license must be kept current throughout the program 
  • Completed online application

Spring Arbor University (SAU) is recognized as a “Best Value” school by U.S. News & World Report. The online RN to BSN program provides academic quality with competitively priced tuition of $499 per credit hour. 

You may also be eligible to receive financial aid. SAU will work with you to determine any benefits for which you qualify, including student aid, military discounts and tax benefits. 

The nursing programs at Spring Arbor University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE),* which ensures students, employers and graduate nursing programs that SAU graduates have received an education that meets CCNE’s rigorous standards.  

For our nursing programs, please note the following authorized states:

  • Alaska
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi 
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Note the following states that do not have state authorization for nursing programs:

  • Alabama
  • Arizona
  • Louisiana
  • New York

*The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, post-master certificates, and doctor of nursing practice programs at Spring Arbor University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Where Our Alumni Work

Our alumni have vast connections and are spread out throughout the country. These are some of the notable companies where our alumni work.

 

 

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