RN to BSN
The RN to BSN Program
The School of Nursing has been providing distance education since 1993 both locally and globally. The faculty are skilled in delivering quality courses using online technology including video lectures, asynchronous discussion groups and real time face to face discussions between faculty and students.
The innovative program provides the preparation necessary for continued graduate education success. The curriculum is created to further develop students’ scholarly writing skills, leadership skills, research knowledge, and use of evidence based practice to provide a growth experience for the actively practicing registered nurse.
Students have access to all campus resources including an online library with retrievable full text articles. Courses are provided Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer sessions providing year round learning opportunities.
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The School of Nursing awards a BSN degree after completion of 120 credits of prescribed coursework. A 2.5 cumulative GPA is required of all previously attended Colleges
- 59 transferable non nursing credits
- 31 credits of baccalaureate level nursing (includes an 84 hour practicum)
- 30 credits awarded for your current RN licensure
IMPORTANT NOTE: The University of Delaware is required to comply with state and federal laws regarding the delivery of distance education. Please see the University’s State Authorization page for more information.
International Student Application Requirement
You must submit your academic credentials for evaluation to one of the following organizations. We must receive ORIGINAL Credential Evaluations or files directly from the organization completing the evaluation on your behalf:
A Detail Report credential evaluation by the International Education Research Foundation (IERF) is required. See link below for more information on the process. http://www1.udel.edu/registrar/transfer/intl.html#step1
Other required documentation may include
- Official transcript (and certified literal English translation when necessary)
- Official course syllabi or descriptions used by the institution (with certified literal English translations when necessary)
For additional information please visit the following pages:
- Transfer Credits taken from International Institutions
- Office of International Students and Scholars
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RN to BSN Prerequisites
*Prerequisites Must Be Completed Before Applying*
| Science Prerequisites (23 cr) | Non-Nursing Prerequisites (36 cr) |
| Biology | English 110 |
| Microbiology | English Composition |
| Anatomy and Physiology | Psychology |
| Chemistry | Life Span Development |
| Nutrition | Statistics 200 |
| * UD Breadth Requirements | |
| * Free Electives |
RN to BSN Curriculum
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Nursing Courses (31 credits / 120 total) |
| NURS 320 Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing (3) |
| NURS 262 Healthcare Research and Evidence-Based Practice (3) |
| NURS 325 Critical Issues in Health Care (3) |
| NURS 350 Wellness and Health Assessment (3) |
| HLTH 241 Ethical Aspects of Healthcare (3) |
| NURS 411/412/414 Topics in Healthcare Delivery (3)- (required a total of 9 credits; NURS 412 or NURS 414 will meet the multicultural requirement) |
| NURS 418 Public and Global Health (3) |
| NURS 438 Leadership in Professional Nursing Practice (3) |
| NURS 443 BRN Role Practicum and Portfolio (84 clinical hours) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I transfer credits for courses taken at other accredited institutions of higher education?
A: The University accepts baccalaureate credits from institutions that are fully accredited by the appropriate accrediting association. Credits completed with a grade of “C” or higher, must be applicable to a degree program offered by the University. Please see the link below for the online UD Transfer Matrix. Non-matriculated students can use this online tool to verify transfer ability of community college courses. If your course or school is not listed, please contact the School of Nursing at (302) 831-1253 for transfer credit advisement. Note: Transfer students are required to complete their last 30 credits through the University of Delaware. UD Transfer Credit Equivalency Search Website
Q: Can I obtain credit for life/work experience?
A: Yes. The University of Delaware allows 30 credits for all currently licensed RNs (in lieu of transferring individual nursing courses from previous schooling). UD does not allow college credits for nursing certifications.
Q:Does UD accept CLEP exam credits from other institutions?
A: No.
Q:What is the tuition for UD online?
A: A current fee schedule for courses (worksite and non-site individual rates) is available on the UD Online web site. Fees are subject to change.
Q:Is financial aid available for this program?
A: Yes. Please visit the Scholarships and Financial Aid Office.
Q:Do I need to come to campus for classes ?
A: Not for the nursing courses. All nursing courses are completely online.
