Bachelors of Science in Nursing:
Completion program
Web-enhanced BSN Program: The BSN completion program is a way for Associate and Diploma degree nurses to finish their undergraduate degree in a manner convenient to the busy nurse’s lifestyle. Attend classes from home through the university internet learning platform. All BSN specific coursework is provided through the internet.
Why pursue a BSN? With a retiring RN workforce on the horizon, now more than ever, health professions are looking for RNs with four year and advanced degrees to lead nursing and health care. A bachelor of science in nursing degree can open doors to management, leadership, teaching, and special certification positions. Our BSN program fits the needs of both the working RN and the traditional full-time nursing student.
RN to BSN Admission
Admission Policy, BSN Program
In addition to admission to the university, all upper division degree-seeking students must
formally apply for admission to the College of Nursing undergraduate BSN degree program. Likewise, general education coursework will be required to be completed prior to beginning core nursing courses beginning admittance for Fall 2010. Applicants must complete the following for acceptance into the BSN degree program.
Students Applying to the BSN Program:
Complete an application packet, which includes the application, requested documents, checklist, and Name Tag Request form, for the BSN Program.
These records and/or requirements must also be submitted:
- Current RN license in state of residence/employment
- Current CPR certification
- Photo ID/driver's license
- SBU Name Tag Request Form
- Current auto insurance in state of residence/employment
- Current nursing liability/malpractice insurance
Verification of nursing liability (malpractice) insurance and automobile insurance is needed while enrolled in the BSN program, to protect the student and the university when the student is serving in a nursing capacity for any school-related project or fulfilling required clinical hours.
Admission conference with a member of the BSN faculty (may be done by distance communication) will be completed during the application process.
*All admissions are provisional until the required information is received. Admission criteria subject to change.
Dual Enrolled Students (students in ASN Program)
-ASN students may take certain non-clinical courses in their last two semesters of the ASN program with permission of their ASN and BSN advisors.
-Dually enrolled students in the ASN and BSN programs of St. John's College of Nursing must apply for admission to the BSN program the first semester after graduation from the ASN program. They must complete an application form, the BSN profile, transfer students must provide for diploma or ASN transcripts to be sent to the BSN program and provide an anticipated date for taking the NCLEX-RN.
Applicants who have attended SBU in the past but have a one- year break in enrollment must reapply to SBU using the admission form.
