Stevenson University

What you'll study

Study typically advances knowledge in areas such as:

• Community and public health nursing — approaches to population assessment, health promotion and prevention.
• Evidence-based practice and research — appraisal and application of research to improve patient outcomes.
• Leadership and management — team coordination, quality improvement, ethics and healthcare systems.
• Healthcare informatics — use of data, electronic records and decision-support tools in clinical practice.
• Professional issues — policy, advocacy, cultural competence and role development for the baccalaureate-prepared nurse.

Entry requirements

Admission normally requires an active, unencumbered RN license and proof of an accredited associate degree or nursing diploma. Applicants provide official transcripts, a résumé or employment verification showing clinical experience, and may need to complete prerequisite general education credits if not previously satisfied. Specific GPA and course prerequisites vary by institution.

Career prospects

Completing an RN-to-BSN opens opportunities for roles with greater responsibility such as charge nurse, case manager, public health nurse, quality improvement coordinator, and positions in community or outpatient settings. A BSN is increasingly preferred or required for leadership, education, management and some specialty nursing roles; it also prepares students for graduate-level study in nursing or related health fields.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Working nurses can pursue employer tuition benefits, institutional scholarships for RN-to-BSN students, state or federal workforce development grants, and loan forgiveness programs tied to public service. Prospective students should contact financial aid offices and employers early to combine funding sources and confirm eligibility for part-time study support.