Application Deadline: October 30
Credit hours: 30
Next Term Start Date: January 6
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Overview
Academic Calendar
Admission Criteria
Career Outlook
Curriculum
Faculty
Testimonials
Elevate your confidence and competence to care for your patients and develop the skills to advance the field of nursing.
The online Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program provides the academic foundation for licensed nurses to keep pace with change, as well as to shape the profession of nursing. Graduates will be well-equipped to work in a variety of healthcare settings and prepared to pursue graduate degrees in nursing.
Ohio State’s RN-BSN program was ranked No. 7 in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in 2024.
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"The online RN-BSN program fits the needs of a full-time nurse, and the understanding faculty worked with me to make sure that I got the support I needed."
Brittany Jeter RN to BSN Graduate
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"There's so many connections you can make that will have a really meaningful impact on you and provide you with a rich education. The opportunities that exist at Ohio State feel limitless."
Audra Hanners Ohio State Online Grad
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Recognition
Ohio State’s RN-BSN program is ranked #7 inU.S. News & World Report Best Online Bachelor’s Programs.
Academic Calendar
For the convenience of online students, multiple start dates are offered during the academic calendar year for the RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Academic Calendar
For the convenience of online students, multiple start dates are offered during the academic calendar year for the RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Admission Criteria
Admission into the RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program are based on the requirements below:
- An associate degree in nursing or a nursing diploma
- An active and unrestricted RN license
- A cumulative undergraduate degree GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
Application decisions are made on a rolling basis. Most applicants will receive a decision on their application within one month of completing the full application process.
The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement, also known asSARA, establishes uniform standards for distance education for all participating states and institutions. Ohio State joined SARA in 2015, which means Ohio State can offer most online and on-ground courses and programs inSARA member states,districts and territories without seeking authorization in each state.
Career Outlook
With a BSN, you’ll be eligible for a wider range of nursing roles such as nurse managers, clinical nurse specialists, and nurse educators.
Whether you’re looking to grow in your current career or make a career change altogether, Ohio State’s online programs can help you achieve your goals. Learn what the outlook is for your current or next career move using O*Net’s My Next Move tool.
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Curriculum
Experience top-tier curriculum in our online bachelor’s in nursing program, structured to provide graduates with comprehensive knowledge and practical expertise to advance their careers in nursing.
Understanding Online Course Types
As you research the right online program for you, you likely will come across the terms “asynchronous” and “synchronous.” Learn what these terms mean and how they’re important to consider when understanding how a program will fit into your life.
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Program Faculty
RN-BSN students will experience unparalleled learning from our world-class faculty within The Ohio State University College of Nursing.
Wendy Bowles, PhD, RN, APRN-CNP, CNE
Assistant Clinical Professor, Assistant Dean for Baccalaureate Programs
Dr. Wendy Bowles has been a nurse since 1994 and a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner since 1998. In addition to a fulfilling career as a nurse, she began her journey in nursing education in 2005 and realized the importance of educating future nurses for current practice environments. She is committed to advancing the science of evidence-based pedagogies of teaching and learning in nursing education.
Jessica Reuter, DNP, RN, CCRN
Associate Professor
Amy Jauch, DNP, RN, CNE
Assistant Clinical Professor, Assistant Dean for Baccalaureate Nursing Programs
Testimonials
See what students and graduates have to say about Ohio State’s online RN-BSN program.
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