RN-BSN Pathway
Designed for RNs who have an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Diploma in Nursing, The RN-BSN program at USCA builds on prior nursing knowledge and clinical experience. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles and other career advancement opportunities.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) & Diploma graduates
- Current RN license
- 5 minimum GPA to apply
- Complete degree in 12-18 months
- Classes start 6 times/year
- 7-week online classes
- In-person clinical experiences
What makes USCA School of Nursing stand out?
- Affordability – the total cost to complete your RN-BSN degree is $9486.
- Coursework is completely online.
- Small classes with personalized attention – approximately 20 students per class
- 100% of graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate education within 6-months of graduation.
- Financial support – USCA awarded nearly 40 scholarships totaling over $150,000 last year to students in both BSN programs.
Program Highlights
- 121 total credit hours to complete your RN-BSN degree – most credits from, and/or Diploma in Nursing program, transfer to satisfy degree requirements.
- Complete your RN-BSN degree in 12 months (full time) to 18 months (part time).
- Nursing courses build on knowledge and skills acquired during the initial nursing education program.
RN to BSN Program of Study
Contact Us
Application to the School of Nursing
You must first apply for admission to the university, and then apply to the SON. To access the application, you will login as a 'Returning User,' not a 'First Time User.' Use the same email address and password you used to apply for admission to the university. If you do not remember the email you used, call the Admissions Office at 803-641-3366 and they can assist you.