Online Nursing Degree Guide

Nursing is an honored profession and important to the collective health of the country. This is echoed by the fact that the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that there will be over a million new nursing jobs of all types between 2020 and 2030. If you are interested in a career in nursing, or wish to further your existing nursing education, you may be interested in online nursing certificates and degree programs. Such online nursing programs can save you both time and money, especially if you are already working as a nurse.

Featured Programs

However, trying to find and compare online degrees and certificates is a considerable effort, as no standard exists for presenting online degree information on college Web sites. We’ve tried to make it easier for you by doing some of the legwork and aggregating a selection of the most affordable (by average yearly net price, as reported to NCES – National Center for Education Statistics).

Schools have been organized in alphabetical order and presented in small blocks across the alphabet for convenience. Each school’s nursing programs have been summarized, along with a partial list of curriculum courses for some or all of the programs. You can use the information here to narrow your search for a suitable online nursing degree, and reduce the time and effort. In some cases, you may need to contact an admissions counselor for further program details, if the school’s Web site does not provide what you need.

Notes:

  • Programs that are listed by colleges/ universities as being fully/ 100% online may still have some in-person requirements, such as start/end of semester meetups or final exams. In the latter case, a student not living close to the college in question will likely have a choice of places local to them where they can complete their exam. In-person practicums are also common for nursing programs, and students will typically have healthcare environments local to them from which to choose where to complete their clinical work.
  • Programs listed here include both those that are partly online (hybrid) and fully online.
  • Online/remote courses can be either synchronous or asynchronous. The former has the requirement that students attend classes live, either online via a Web browser or remotely, possibly via remote video feed or closed-circuit television, as the case may be. (Note: remote video/TV is a less common option.)
  • Degree-completion programs are typically at the bachelor’s level and allow for previous academic credits, such as for an existing associate’s degree, to be used towards requirements. An example is the RN-to-BSN program, which is fairly common in nursing. Some institutions also offer an RN-to-MSN program.
  • Accreditation of programs vary by institution and can change from time to time. Please check institutional/ program accreditation before applying, as not doing so may affect your ability to transfer between institutions and/or to receive financial aid.
  • Because of federal requirements for online education, some state boards of education protocols may mean that you cannot receive credit for an academic program offered by an institution from specific other states. Always check if you are eligible before applying to an institution.
  • Since this online degree guide for nursing programs lists a mix of online and hybrid programs, most of which have practicums/ clinical work, we chose to list the average yearly net price per college/ university. NCES defines this as the average cost for the last reporting year for an undergrad student, after financial aid has been factored in. This includes all expenses – tuition, fees, books, cost of living. Note that because of this definition, net price can change from year to year.
  • Some institutions have special fees for online courses, while others charge less than for on-campus attendance. The net price is only a guideline.
  • For graduate program costs, please consult each institution’s Web site.
  • COLLEGES: Please contact us if a program is either listed in error or no longer available.

Quick Links to Schools

Use the links in this section and the one directly below to easily get to different parts of this degree guide.

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Allegany College of Maryland (est. 1961)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,804

ACM is a 2-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree. For admission, students must be either a Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse. Students enter the program and the 2nd-year level and can finish in 18 months or less. Courses are online, clinical work can be completed at approved locations local to students. Upon completion, students will be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN exam for Registered Nurse licensure. Total credits required: 70.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: Nursing (LPN to RN)

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Medical-Surgical; Anatomy & Physiology I, II w/lab; Human Growth & Development; Maternal/ Child Nursing; Microbiology w/lab; Nursing in Society; Psychiatric Nursing.

Allen College (est. 1989)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $6,953

Allen College is a 4-year, private, non-profit college that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (professional, other). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s program and a master’s program, each with multiple track options. The master’s program does require some some face-to-face meetings. Students who select a Nurse Practitioner (NP) track also have one 3-day residency requirement. Program duration is about 3-4 years while working. Nurses with a master’s degree in nursing also have a certificate option for all MSN tracks. Note: an RN to MSN program was not accepting students at time of writing.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with multiple tracks: (1) three Pre-licensure tracks (eg, LPN-BSN), (2) two post-licensure tracks (e.g., RN-BSN) and a Population Health minor.
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing with various tracks, including a variety of NP tracks, including: (1) Leadership in Health Care Delivery (Administration), (2) Nursing Education, (3) Community/ Public Health Nursing, (4) five Nurse Practitioner tracks, and (5) two combined programs, for a total of 10 MSN tracks.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact Allen College for course curriculum details.

American Public University System (est. 1991)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,572

APUS is a 4-year, private, for-profit university system that consists of APU (American Public University) and AMU (American Military University). They collectively offer entirely online certificates (two types) and degrees from the associate’s level to masters. For online programs in nursing, AMU offers a bachelor’s degree and APU offers a master’s with two tracks. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing. The master’s degree prepares nurses for either leadership or educator roles.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing with two tracks: Nursing Leadership or Nursing Education.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact APU/AMU for course curriculum details.

Appalachian State University (est. 1899)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,508

ASU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and a master’s. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program (part-time only; Fall admission only) for current RNs who hold an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. Credits (30) are given for RN licensure towards the minimum 124 credits required for the BSN. The master’s program requires RN licensure and a BSN, and prepares graduates for advanced roles as nurse educators and leaders.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Nursing (124 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Nursing (MSN, 39 credits, 24 months).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment for Adults; Advanced Pharmacology for Nursing; Concepts of Professional Nursing; Contemporary Issues in Nursing; Educational Tests and Measurement for Nursing; Educational Theories for Nursing Academic and Practice Settings; Health Assessment; Instructional Strategies for Nursing and Informatics; Nursing Care of Communities; Nursing Care of Older Adults; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Leadership & Management; Nursing Program Development and Evaluation; Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice; Pathophysiology for Advanced Nursing.

Arkansas State University (est. 1909)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,499

ASU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (four types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs wanting to advance their careers. It requires 121 credits (including any granted for having RN licensure) and can be completed in one year full-time.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing (121 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Basic Human Nutrition; Chronic Illness Nursing; Clinical Pathophysiology; Community Nursing; Cultural Competence in the Health Professional; Evidence-Based Practice; Health Assessment and Exam; High-Acuity Nursing; Human Anatomy & Physiology I, II plus Labs; Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health plus Lab; Nursing Management; Professional Nursing Role.

Austin Peay State University (est. 1927)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,417

APSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a graduate certificate, bachelor’s degree and a master’s with multiple concentrations. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing (or new ASN/ADN grads eligible for licensure). The master’s programs are offered through the Regents Online Degree Program (RODP), a consortium of the TennessesTennessees Board of Regents. One MSN concentration is for current RNs who have a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field. The other four prepare graduates for roles in advanced practice, nursing education, administration or informatics. The graduate certificate is for master’s degree holders wanting to gain FNP skills for practice. Note: the Nursing Informatics concentration may be unavailable.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, 36-46 credits) with five concentration options: (1) RN to MSN, (2) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), (3) Nursing Administration, (4) Nursing Education, (5) Nursing Informatics.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Adult Health Nursing; Advanced Critical Care Nursing; Advanced Health Assessment plus Clinical; Advanced Nursing Research; Advanced Pathophysiology; Advanced Pediatric Nursing; Advanced Pharmacology; Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing; Advanced Role Development; Advanced Women’s Health & Perinatal Nursing; Clinical Focus Practicum; Clinical Integration for RNs; Community and Public Health Nursing/Clinical; Concepts of Professional Nursing; Curriculum Design & Education Theory.

Bellevue University (est. 1966)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,786

Bellevue is a 4-year, private, non-profit university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs (minimum one year experience) with an associate’s degree in nursing. The program requires 127 credits, including any given towards RN licensure.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing (RN to BSN).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Fundamentals of Professional Nursing; Healthcare Regulation; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Leadership; Nursing Management and Quality Healthcare; Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice; Population-Based Health Promotion; Professional Collaborative Strategies for Nurses; Strategic Nursing Management.

Bluefield State College (est. 1895)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,748

BSC is a 4-year, public college that offers associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program. Students need to have a nursing diploma or associate’s degree and be currently licensed as an RN. Total required credits is 120, including those acquired in achieving RN status. While classes are online, BSC offers optional in-person “boot camps” that allow online students to review concepts with faculty. Some classes have mandatory in-person clinical experiences.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BSN Nursing (120 credits, some clinical requirements).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adv. Health Assessment for RNs; Community I, II; Complex Health Problems; Concepts of Professional Nursing; Ethics & Issues in Professional Nursing; Gerontological Health Care Issues; Nursing Management and Leadership; Nursing Research; Senior Practicum; Transition Course.

Brigham Young University-Idaho (est. 1888)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,968

BYUI is a 4-year, private, non-profit university affiliated with the LDS Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). They offer associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Total required credits for the bachelor’s is 120, of which some will have been previously completed for an associate’s degree in nursing. The estimated time to complete the upper division courses is 3-6 consecutive semesters.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS in Nursing RN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Nursing Concepts; Community Nursing; Nursing Leadership; Nursing Research; Pathophysiology; Promoting Health and Wellness in the Aging Adult.

Broward College (est. 1959)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,417

Broward is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree and a bachelor’s degree. The associate’s degree has two options. The generic option is for students with no nursing education. The LPN-RN Transition option (degree completion) is for Florida LPNs. Both options require 72 credits and have a hybrid (mix of online and on-campus) mode. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current Florida RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing or equivalent. The program requires 123 credits total and can be completed in 12-16 months (3 semesters).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AS in Nursing with two options: Generic or LPN-RN Transition (both blended and online learning).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (requires practicum).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment (and Lab); Community Health Nursing (and Practicum); Dynamic & Contemporary Issues in Aging; End-of-Life; Health Alterations I-III (and Clinical Labs); Health Care of Women (and Clinical Lab); Human Anatomy & Physiology I, II (and labs); Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing; Nurse as Scholar; Nursing Care of the Psychiatric Patient (and Clinical Lab); Nursing Care of Vulnerable Populations; Nursing Concepts and Theories; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Perspectives & Global Trends; Nursing Process I, II (and Clinical Labs).

California State University-Chico (est. 1887)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,781

CSU Chico is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s and a master’s. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs or those who will graduate from an ADN/ASN in Spring of the year of admission and have RN licensure by Fall semester. Up to 70 credits are transferable towards the BSN. Honorably discharged California veterans have priority for each cohort. The master’s program is for current RNs holding a BSN degree and who have an interest in advancing their career as a nurse educator or leader. There is no thesis, and students take six academic units per semester over five semesters, which allows them to continuing working and pay part-time graduate fees.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS in Nursing for RNs.
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing (30 units, 5 semesters) with two options: (1) Nurse Educator or (2) Nurse Leader.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Concepts for Adult Nursing Care; Advanced Nursing Leadership I, II; Advanced Nursing Research and Theory; Advanced Practicum in Nursing Care of Adults; Community Health Nursing Practice; Concepts of Advanced Pathophysiology and Nursing Theory; Curriculum Process in Nursing Education; Dynamics of the Advanced Nursing Role; Evidence-Based Nursing Practice; Health Care Informatics; Instructional Process in Nursing Education; Issues and Ethics in the Delivery of Health Care; Leadership/Management Professional Issues in Nursing; LGBTQ Issues Identities; Public Health Theory.

California State University-Dominguez Hills (est. 1960)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $1,640

CSUDH is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer one bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree with multiple role options. Some courses may require clinical hours on campus or at approved sites in California or other states. The bachelor’s degree requires 120 semester units of credit. For the master’s program, it is 30-76 credit units, and there is a practicum and a “culminating activity,” which is a Professional Portfolio Presentation (PPP). Possible careers for graduates of these programs are identified by the role options.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS in Nursing (BSN).
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing (MSN) with four role options: Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Roles in Nursing; Community based Nursing 1, 2; Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice; Cultural Diversity in Healthcare; Gerontological Nursing Practice; Health Assessment; Health Care Informatics and Technology; Health Care Policy/ Economics; Health promotion and Teaching; Health Promotion/ Disease Prevention; Healthcare Systems, Policy and Finance; Home Health Role Performance; Leadership/ Management Role Performance; Nursing Ethics; Nursing Research Utilization; Pathophysiology; Principles of Leadership and Management in Nursing; Professional Collaboration in Nursing Practice; Public Health Role Performance; Research Utilization in Advanced Nursing Practice.

California State University-Fresno (est. 1911)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $5,599

CSU-Fresno is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level to doctoral (research and other). For online nursing programs, they offer a school nurse credential program and a bachelor’s completion program. The school nurse program requires 27 units of credit, most of which is available online, with one exception at the Phase 2 level. The bachelor’s program is mostly online, with the exception of a 90-hour clinical course, taken within CSU Fresno’s service area. RNs with an associate’s degree and a bachelor’s in another area need to take co-requisite courses in addition to any RN to BSN courses. Total required credits is 120, with a maximum of 70 transfer-in credits from community college. NCLEX preparation work allows for 20 credits.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Credentials: School Nurse Services.
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN (degree completion, requires ADN and active California RN license).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Leadership, Management, & Healthcare Systems; Anatomy with Lab; Applying Professional Nursing Principles; Bridge to Professional Concepts/ Issues; Chemistry with Lab; Concepts of Community Health Nursing; Microbiology with Lab; Nursing Theories & Research; Physiology with Lab; Psychology; Social Services.

Clayton State University (est. 1969)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,898

CSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and two master’s. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree. One MSN is also a degree completion for current RNs, and earns graduates dual BSN-MSN degrees. The other MSN prepares graduates for advanced roles in nursing education or leadership.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: RN-MSN Nursing; Masters of Science Nursing (MSN) with two options: (1) Education, (2) Leadership.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Organizational Transitions; Advanced Pathophysiology; Community and Population-Focused; Cultural Diversity; Ethical Issues for the Advanced Practice Nurse; Health Assessment with Lab; Interactive Communication; Nursing Leadership and Management for RNs; Nursing Practice for RNs; Organizational Transitions; Pathophysiology for RNs; Professional Issues; Research for Evidence-Based Practice; Transitions into Graduate Education; Transitions to Health Promotion and Illness Prevention.

Cleveland State Community College (est. 1967)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $4,629

CSCC is a 2-year, public community college that offers certificates (two types) and associates’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree with two schedule track options, and a bachelor’s degree. Both of the associate’s degree tracks have on-campus, hybrid and online courses in the mix, so none are 100% online. Graduates of the program are prepared for the NCLEX-RN professional Registered Nurse certification examination — success of which makes them eligible for beginning nursing careers in healthcare environments. Students have the option of taking a hybrid daytime track that takes four semesters, or a part-time hybrid and summer track that takes six semesters. While this program is not designed for its graduates to transfer to other institutions (at the associate’s level), credits might be accepted elsewhere in the pursuit of a BSN (such as in an RN to BSN degree program).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS in Nursing (AASN).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Individualized Studies in Nursing; Maternal Child Nursing; Medical Surgical Nursing I, II; Nursing Fundamentals; Nursing I-IV; Nursing Management; Nursing Pharmacology; Psychiatric/Geriatric Nursing.

Columbia College (Missouri) (est. 1851)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,031

Columbia College is a 4-year, private, non-profit college that offers certificates and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Students must hold an associate’s degree in nursing and complete a total of 120 credits, including any credits accepted for RN licensure. Graduates of the program are prepared for roles nursing education, client care or nursing management.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Biomedical Ethics; Chemistry I; Community Health Nursing; Community Health Nursing Assessment; Health Assessment; Leadership and Management in Nursing Practice; Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice; Pathophysiology; Pharmacology for Nursing; Principles and Applications of Human Nutrition; Professional Nursing Practice.

Columbus State Community College (est. 1963)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $5,719

CSCC is a 2-year, public college that offers certificates (three types) and associates degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer three certificates and an associate’s degree. These are either Web or Blended (Hybrid) programs that combine some on-campus requirements.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Complementary Care; Patient Care Skills; Registered Nurse First Assistant.
  • Associate’s degrees: AAS Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Fundamentals of Herbology; Holistic Healing Methods; Intro Relaxation Tech; Patient Care Skill Course; Pranic Healing Level I; Principles of Homeopathy; RN First Assistant; RNFA Experience.

Columbus State University (est. 1958)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,612

CSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (four types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level up to doctorates. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and two master’s degrees. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree (or current ASN students of Columbus Technical College), with 7-week sessions taking 12 months full-time (part-time option available). A total of 32 credits are granted for the RN licensure once a specific upper division course is successfully completed. The MSN FNP program is meant to build advance practice skills, takes two years full-time (five semesters) and offers 100% online asynchronous courses. The other MSN program has a general track and three concentration tracks that prepare graduates for leadership, nursing education or informatics roles.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (44 credits); MSN Nursing (36-38 credits) general plus three concentration options: (1) Informatics, (2) Leadership or (3) Nurse Educator.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Pathophysiology ; Applied Pathophysiology RN; Diagnostic & Clinical Reasoning for Advanced Practice Nurses; Evidence Based Practice RN; Health Assessment for Advanced Practice Nurses; Health Promotion of Adults; Health Promotion of Elderly; Health Promotion of Women and Children; Heath Care Delivery Models, Economics and Policy; Introduction to Health Assessment and Wellness RN; Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses ; Professional Clinical Nursing RN I, II; Professional Development Perspectives RN I, II; Research for Evidence Based Practice; Scientific Underpinnings of the APN Role; Selected Topics in Professional Nursing.

Eastern Kentucky University (est. 1906)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,561

EKU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to doctorates (professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer several grad certificates, a bachelor’s degree, a master’s with multiple options, and a doctorate. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs, with 8-week course sessions and a timeline of 1-2 years. The master’s prepares grads for advanced nurse practitioner roles. The graduate certificates allow MSN holders to pick a specialty in a relatively short period of time, to supplement their master’s degree. Topics include nursing administration and various nurse practitioner specialties. The doctorate prepares grads for advanced roles in organizational leadership.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Nursing Administration (12 credits); Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP); Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Family (PMHNPF).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Nursing.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN with three options: (1) Rural Health Family Nurse Practitioner (RHFNP), (2) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), (3) Nursing Administration.
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: 3 P’s for Public Health Nursing; Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Nursing Practice Issues; Advanced Pathophysiology; Advanced Pharmacology; Applied Psychopharmacology; Assessment and Collaboration; Epidemiology and Risk Management; Management of Health Care; Nursing Resource Management; Nursing System Quality Management; Population-Focused Practice; Principles of Epidemiology; Program and Policy Development; Research in Rural Nursing.

Eastern New Mexico University (est. 1927)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,428

ENMU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and degrees ranging from associate’s level up to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and a master’s. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. The master’s prepares graduates for a role as a nursing instructor at the associate’s and bachelor’s levels.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS in Nursing degree completion (120 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, 36 credits) with an emphasis in Nursing Education.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing plus Practicum; Cultural Competencies for Nurses; Economics and Nursing; Foundations of Professional Nursing; Health Assessment; Nursing Ethics; Nursing Leadership plus Practicum; Nursing Management of Pain; Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice; Nursing Theory; Pathophysiology in Nursing; Women’s Health Care.

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Florida Gateway College (est. 1947)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $4,677

FGC is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (two types), associate’s degrees and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s completion program. Students must hold a Florida RN license and an associate’s degree in nursing or equivalent. Total required credits is 125.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health; Ethical and Legal Issues in Health Care; Health Care Policy and Economics; Leadership and Management in Professional Nursing; Nursing Assessment (clinical lab); Nursing in Diverse Cultures; Nursing Research and Informatics; Nursing Theory; Pathophysiology; Pharmacology.

Florida International University (est. 1965)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,552

FIU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s program and a certificate. The certificate prepare grads of the MSN program for roles in nursing education. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing – for which 60 lower division credits are applicable towards the required 120. The program takes three semesters full-time, with a part-time option available.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Nursing Education.
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing: RN to BSN (120 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Physiological Nursing; Adult Teaching Methods; Care of Communities: Community Health; Childrearing/Childbearing; Classroom Teaching Strategies NGR 6708C; Clinical Teaching Strategies for Nursing NGR 6714C ; Culture & Adv. Nursing Practice; Curriculum Development in Nursing; Evidence-Based Nursing & Research for GHCG; Health Assessment & Promotion ; Instructional Tech. in Nursing and Health; Nursing in Global Health Care Systems ; Professional Nursing Leadership: Concepts & Issues ; Psychosocial Nursing; Testing and Evaluation in Nursing Education.

Florida SouthWestern State College (est. 1962)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,420

FSW is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs holding an approved diploma or associate’s degree in nursing. The program can be taken full- or part-time and certain terms are accelerated.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing RN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment; Clinical Decision Making; Community Health & Practicum; Informatics; Leadership & Practicum; Legal Ethical; Nursing Research; Pathophysiology; Pharmacology; Professional Roles.

Fort Hays State University (est. 1902)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,698

FHSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer two graduate certificates, a bachelor’s and two master’s degrees. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. Students are awarded 36 credits towards the BSN’s required 124 credits for advanced standing (RN licensure). The master’s programs prepares graduates for roles in nursing administration or education. The graduate certificates (post-master’s) are samplings of the two MSN programs.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Nursing Administration (12 credits); Nursing Education (12 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing – RN to BSN (124 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing Administration (34 credits); Master of Science in Nursing Education (34 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Admin Mgmt for Nurses in Health Organizations; Apprenticeship: Nursing Administration; Apprenticeship: Nursing Education Curriculum Planning; Apprenticeship: Teaching Strategies; Curriculum Planning: Nursing Education; Foundations of Nursing; Health Assessment & Lab; Health Care Ethics; Health Care Legal Aspects; Integration; Nursing Administration in Complex Organizations; Nursing Concepts; Nursing Education: Curriculum Evaluation; Nursing Inquiry; Nursing Transitions.

Francis Marion University (est. 1970)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,485

FMU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a certificate, a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. The certificate is graduate level, intended for students holding or enrolled in an MSN degree. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program intended for current RNs holding an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. Students with an existing non-nursing bachelor’s have a different academic track.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Nurse Educator (9 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (55 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Pathophysiology ; Advanced Pharmacology ; Advanced Physical Assessment and Health Promotion; Advanced Practice Role: Theory and Knowledge Development ; Advanced Research and Evidenced-based Practice ; Biostatistics ; Clinical Decision-making and Ethics ; Health Policy and Leadership ; Health Systems and Risk Management ; Patient Education and Advocacy ; Population Health & Epidemiology ; Primary Care of Adults; Primary Care of Geriatric Patients; Primary Care of Infants, Children and Adolescents; Primary Care of Women.

Georgia Military College (est. 1879)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $6,233

GMC is a 2-year, public college that offers associate’s degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer an AA (102 quarter hour credits) and an AS (98) degree. Both programs prepare students for being admitted to an RN nursing program in Georgia and some adjacent state. Both programs can be completed in about 1.5 years full-time.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AA Pre-Nursing; AS Pre-Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Anatomy & Physiology I, II; Emergency Care; First Aid and; General Biology I, II; Human Growth & Development; Introduction to Psychology; Introduction to Sociology; Medical Terminology; Microbiology; Psychology of Adjustment; Wellness.

AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY – formerly Georgia Regents University (est. 1828)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,667

Augusta University is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two type) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program (for current RNs) and a DNP program with seven tracks (including three for post-BSN and four for post-MSN applicants). Post-BSN applicants might be BSN-holding current RNs wishing to become a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Post-MSN applicants might be MSN-holding advance practice nurses, clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, nurse executives or even RNs who do not yet have an advanced practice nurse certification, and all of whom wish to become DNPs.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN degree completion.
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with seven tracks total: post-MSN: one post-MSN General, and three tracks for each of post-MSN and post-BSN students: (1) Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP (AGACNP), (2) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), (3) Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Environmental Biology; Fundamentals of Biology; Human Anatomy & Physiology I, II; Intro to Behavioral & Social Sciences; Intro to Human Development; Intro to Human Diversity; Introductory Physics I, II; Microbiology for Nursing & AH; Principles of Chemistry I, II; Principles of Physics I, II; Social Problems Analysis; Social Welfare History & Philosophy; Survey of Chemistry I, II. Contact school for nursing-specific curriculum info.

Great Basin College (est. 1967)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,436

GBC is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program. Students must be a current RN with an associate’s degree in nursing, for which they receive roughly half of the minimum 120 credits necessary for graduation in the program.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing degree completion (120 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Diversity and Healthcare Policy in Rural Environments; Evidence-Based Practice and Research in Nursing; Health Assessment & Health Promotion; Information Systems and Quality Management; Nursing Leadership and Management Theory plus Practicum; Pathophysiology; Population Focused Community Health Theory plus Practicum; Senior Synthesis Seminar ; Transition to Professional Nursing.

Hazard Community and Technical College (est. 1968)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $5,963

HCTC is 2-year, public college that is a member of the KCTCS (Kentucky Community and Technical College System). They offer certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a certificate through KCTCS Online.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Nursing/ Medicaid Nurse Aide (NAA/ MNA, 3-6 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Nursing Assistant Skills I (contact school for further curriculum information)

Hopkinsville Community College (est. 1965)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $6,258

HCC is a 2-year, public college that is part of the KCTCS (Kentucky Community and Technical College System). They offer certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a certificate through KCTCS Online.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Nursing/ Medicaid Nurse Aide (NAA/ MNA, 3-6 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Nursing Assistant Skills I (contact school for further curriculum information)

Indiana State University (est. 1865)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,525

ISU is a 4-year public university that offers certificates (three types) and degrees ranging from bachelor’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and a doctorate. Both bachelor’s are degree completion programs, with one for LPN/LVNs and the other for RNs. In both cases, students must be currently licensed (as indicated) and have either a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing — depending on the program to which they are applying. The LPN/LVN to BSN program prepares students to write the NCLEX-RN. One master’s prepares graduates for a nurse practitioner role, while the other prepares them for nursing educator roles. The doctorate prepares students for advanced nurse practitioner roles.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing LPN/LVN to BS (120 credits); RN to BS Nursing (120 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP, 48-51 credits); MSN Nursing Education (35-38 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (39 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Comprehensive Health Assessment for Nursing Practice; Family Nurse Practitioner Role I; Health Assessment & Health Promotion for Advanced Practice Nursing; Licensure Preparatory Course; Mental Health Nursing; Nursing Care of Adults II, III; Nursing Leadership; Population-Focused Community Health Nursing; Professional Nursing Synthesis; Reflective Nursing Practice; Research/Theoretical Basis for Nursing Practice; Theoretical Foundations of Family Health Care Nursing: Management of Common Chronic and Acute Health Problems I, II; Transition from L.P.N. to B.S.N.

Indiana University-East (est. 1971)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,975

IUE is a 4-year, public university that is part of the Indiana University system. They offer certificates (two types) and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for RNs. Graduates of the program are qualified for careers in acute and long-term care, home care and other environments. Topics broadly cover the humanities, biological and social sciences, and nursing.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Mobility Option.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Clinical Baccalaureate Nursing Capstone; Comprehensive Nursing Health Assessment; Data Analysis in Clinical Practice and Health Care Research; Health Policy; Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Informatics; Microbiology & Immunology (plus Lab); Multi-System Approach to Health of Community; Nursing Ethics; Nursing Management RN-BSN; Research Process; Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice.

Indiana University-Kokomo (est. 1945)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,633

IUK is a 4-year, public university that is part of the Indiana University system. They offer certificates (two types) and degrees from associate’s level to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an approved nursing diploma or associate’s degree. The program is designed for students to graduate in 12, 18 or 24 months using 8-week learning modules. Required credits for the BSN is 120, including credits gained in achieving the RN licensure.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing – RN to BSN Track Online or Hybrid format choices).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: A Multisystem Approach to the Health of the Community: RN BSN; Applied Healthcare Ethics; Clinical Baccalaureate Nursing Capstone; Comprehensive Health Assessment: RN BSN; Data Analysis in Clinical Practice and Health Care Research; Genetics and Genomics; Gerontological Nursing; Global Health Issues in Nursing; Health Policy; Informatics; New Innovations in Health and Health Care; Nursing Management: RN BSN; Nursing Research; Pharmacology; The Art and Science of Complementary Health; Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice.

Indiana University-Northwest (est. 1963)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,563

IUN is a 4-year, public university that is part of the Indiana University system. It offers certificates (two types) and associate’s level through master’s level degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. The program can be taken as 12 months full-time study or 18-24 months part-time study. Semesters are about 7-8 weeks in length. Graduates of the program develop critical thinking skills, cultural sensitivity, population-centeredness, knowledge care coordination skills and more.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN degree completion.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Topics: humanities, acute and long-term care, home care, leadership, nursing, biological and social sciences and others.

Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne (est. 1964)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,588

IPFW is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and a master’s with two concentration options. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing, or those who are eligible to write the NCLEX-RN certification exam and will have their RN licensure by the end of the first semester of the BSN program. The program requires 122 credits, of which 47 will be awarded for the associate’s degree. The master’s prepares grads for roles as nurse practitioners in two specialties – family or adult-gerontology/ primary care.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science (BS) -122 credits.
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science with a Major in Nursing and two areas of concentration: (1) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (46-49 credits) or (2) Family Nurse Practitioner (46 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Acute Illness: Adult Health Practice and Preceptorship; Advanced Acute Care Nursing; Advanced Health Assessment; Applied Pharmacology in Nursing; Chronic and Commonly Recurring Conditions: Adult Health Practice and Preceptorship; Clinical Pathophysiology; Community/Public Health Nursing; Health Disparities: Care of Vulnerable Populations; Health Promotion for Advanced Practice in Nursing; Health Promotion in Special Populations; Informatics in Nursing; Introduction Healthcare Informatics; Leadership in Nursing; Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice; Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice Nursing.

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (est. 1969)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,979

IUPUI is a 4-year, public university (joint partnership between Indiana University and Purdue University systems) that offers certificates (three types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer graduate certificates, a bachelor’s degree, four master’s and two doctorates. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing. The master’s programs prepare grads for advanced roles in practice (specialist, nurse practitioner), education or leadership. The certificates allow MSN holders to specialize in nursing informatics or teaching. One doctorate prepares grads for advanced practice work and leadership, and the other doctorate prepares them for research-related roles (e.g., nurse scientist). The latter has a degree completion option for BSN to PhD as well as the regular MSN to PhD. Note: IUPUI online courses are offered via Indiana University’s IU Online division.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Nursing Informatics (12 credits); Teaching in Nursing (15-17 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Adult/Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG CNS, 42 credits); MSN Psychiatric Mental Health-Nurse Practitioner Lifespan; MSN Nursing Education (42 credits); MSN Nursing Leadership in Health Systems (42 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: DNP Nursing Practice (37 credits); PhD in Nursing Science (90 credits) with two entry routes: (1) BSN to PhD or (2) MSN to PhD.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Clinical Information Systems; CNS Roles in Health Systems; Computer Technologies for Nurse Educators; Consumer Health Informatics; Data Analysis and Clinical Decision Making; Data Analysis for Clinical and Administrative Decision Making; Enhancing Health Behavior through Psycho-Educational Intervention; Evaluation in Nursing; Introduction to Nursing Informatics; Leadership for Advanced Practice Nursing; Nursing Education Practicum; Nursing Informatics Practicum; Stress and Coping; Symptom Management and Functional Enhancement; Teaching in Nursing.

Indiana University-South Bend (est. 1916)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,889

IUSB is a 4-year, public university that is part of the Indiana University (IU) system. (Other IU campuses may offer the program online as well, but only IUSB was listed as such in the NCES database for the most recent reporting year.) They offer certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program. It is for current RNs with a nursing diploma or associate’s degree. The program can be completed in one year full-time or 18 or 24 months part-time. Total required credits is 120, with 34 credits granted for previous courses taken in pursuit of RN status. Local practicums required.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN completion program.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: A Multisystem Approach to the Health of the Community: RN BSN; Applied Healthcare Ethics; Comprehensive Health Assessment: RN BSN; Data Analysis in Clinical Practice and Health Care Research; Genetics and Genomics; Gerontological Nursing; Global Health Issues in Nursing; Health Policy; Informatics; New Innovations in Health and Health Care; Nursing Management: RN BSN; Nursing Research; Pharmacology; The Art and Science of Complementary Health; Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice.

Indiana University-Southeast (est. 1941)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,510

IUS is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an ASN or diploma in nursing. Students can choose a 12, 18 or 24 month timeline. Most required classes for the program run one day per week. Total required credits is 120, and a maximum 64 credits may be awarded towards the BSN for RN licensure. An on-campus residency of 30 hours total is required.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN (120 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact IUS for curriculum course information.

Indian Hills Community College (est. 1966)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,317

IHCC is a 2-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online degrees in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree that has online and hybrid courses. The program runs seven terms (about 21 months) and prepares students who are LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) for the NCLEX licensing examination as an RN.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS Nursing (online/ hybrid).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Mental Health Nursing; Advanced Nursing Concepts; Advanced Pharmacology; Assessment and Pathophysiology; Human Physiology (plus Lab); Introduction to Sociology; Management of Patients With Complex Health Conditions; Maternal Child Nursing II; Microbiology w/lab; Nursing Clinical I-VII; Nursing Seminar II; RN Issues and Trends.

Indian River State College (est. 1959)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $1,807

IRSC is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates, associate’s degrees and bachelor’s degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer a bachelor’s degree-completion program, which requires that students have completed a suitable associate’s degree (AN, 72 credits) and are currently have a valid RN license in Florida. To complete the BSN requires an additional 49 credits, for a total of 121. Potential employers for graduates of this program include businesses, clinics, home-care agencies, hospitals, insurance companies, law firms, nursing homes, pharmaceutical companies, psychiatric units, schools.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing; Ethical & Legal Issues in Health Care; Health Care Policy & Economics; Leadership & Management in Professional Nursing; Nursing Assessment with Clinical; Nursing in Diverse Culture; Nursing Research & Informatics; Nursing Theory; Pathophysiology; Pharmacology.

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Jefferson Community and Technical College (est. 2005)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $6,964

JCTC is a 2-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree completion program. Students must be a current LPN and hold a diploma in nursing. Total required credits is 71-72, with credits granted for the diploma. Students learn to administer medication, assist patients, give basic nursing care, monitor/ record/ report on patient health. The program prepares students for the NCLEX-RN professional nursing certification, as well as a BSN, if they so decide.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS LPN to ADN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Anatomy; Care across the Lifespan; Dosage Calculations; Health Promotion; Medical Terminology; Physiology; Pregnancy, Labor & Delivery.

Lincoln University (Missouri) (est. 1866)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,528

Lincoln 40year, public university that offers certificates and degrees from associate’s level to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. The program helps students develop skills that include leadership, decision making, oversight and accountability for care delivery and much more. Students must complete 60 additional credits, and the program can take as little as one year if all other bachelor’s level requirements have been satisfied. Program delivery mode is hybrid, with some online and some on-campus course requirements.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Program (hybrid).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing/ Prac; Concepts of Professional Nursing; Death and Bereavement; Health Assessment I, II; Health Care Ethics; Intro to Nursing Research; Leadership/ Management in Nursing; Legal & Ethical Issues in Prof Nsg; Pathophysiology; Professional Nursing Practice/ Practicum.

Madisonville Community College (est. 1968)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $5,573

MCC is a 2-year, public college that is part of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). They offer certificates and associate’s degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer an Integrated Nursing program that has hybrid PN and RN programs — e.g., some online courses, some on-campus (2 days/week). These programs prepare students for the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN professional certification exams, respectively. Graduates of the program who achieve certification are eligible to work as LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse) and RNs (Registered Nurse), respectively.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Diploma: Licensed Practical Nurse (PN).
  • Associate’s degrees: AAS LPN to RN (Registered Nurse).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact MCC for curriculum course details.

Marshall University (est. 1837)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,738

Marshall is a 4-year, public university offering certificates (three types) and degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer two certificates, a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree with two emphasis areas. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs holding a nursing diploma or associate’s degree. It requires 120 credits including approved credits from those achieved while obtaining RN status. The master’s programs are both 36 credits each, with 18 credits specifically for an emphasis area. The graduate certificates are certificate versions of each the MSN tracks, requiring between 18-21 credits, and requiring a MSN for admission.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Nursing Administration; Nursing Education.
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN).
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Nursing Administration (MSN-NA); MSN Nursing Education (MSN-NE).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Nursing Research; Computing and Instructional Design; Concepts in Professional Nursing; Contemporary Nursing; Curriculum Development in Nursing; Educational Psychology; Family Nursing; Financial Strategies in Nursing Administration; Health and Physical Assessment for the RN; Instructional Design Technology; Introduction to Research for Evidence Based Practice; Issues in Health Care; Leadership in Nursing; Nursing Internet in Classroom Teaching; Nursing Management in Health Care Settings I, II.

McNeese State University (est. 1939)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,722

MSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees from associate’s level through master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree with four concentrations. The BSN is a degree completion program for current RNs and requires 120 credits in total, including allowable credits gained in achieving RN status. The MSN requires between 35-46 credits, depending on the concentration selected.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing (MSN) with four specialty concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP, 40-43 credits)), Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP, 43-46 credits), Nurse Educator (37 credits); Nurse Executive (35-38).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Nursing Concepts for the RN; Advanced Practice Nursing: Family Health I-III; Advanced Practice Nursing: Family Psych/Mental Health I-III; Community Health Nursing for the RN; Cultural Diversity and Health Practices; Curriculum and Program Development; Ethical and Legal Nursing Practice; Fiscal and Economic Principles for Nurse Leaders; Generating Evidence for Nursing Practice; Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Nursing Practice; Health Care Workforce Management; Issues in Advanced Practice Nursing; Leadership Role for the RN; Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Nursing Administration; Measuring Outcomes in Nursing Education.

Mesa Community College (est. 1965)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,444

MCC is a 2-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a refresher program and a regular nursing program that has six pathways including an associate’s degree. The refresher program takes at least six months and is intended for RNs who have a lapsed license. The outcome is licensure for Arizona. The regular nursing program prepares graduates to work in nursing roles in hospitals and other environments (doctor’s offices, nursing homes, clinics, etc.).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificate of Completion: Nursing Refresher.
  • Associate’s degrees: AAS Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Fundamental Chemistry; Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Introduction to Psychology; Microbiology. Contact college for nursing-specific curriculum courses.

Metropolitan State University of Denver (est. 1965)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,145

MSU Denver is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with either a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing. Total required credits are 120, including approved credits gained in acquiring RN status. See site for specific non-nursing curriculum requires, including math and humanities.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing Major – Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Completion Option (BRNCO).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advances in Clinical Practice; Community Health Nursing; Ethics and Professional Nursing Practice; Introduction to Gerontology Nursing; Leadership and Management in Professional Nursing Practice; Nursing Health Assessment; Nursing Research; Nursing Senior Experience; RN to BSN Role Transition.

Minnesota West Community and Technical College (est. 1997)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,157

MWCTC is a 2-year, public community/ technical college that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a diploma and an associate’s degree. The diploma program prepares students for the NCLEX-PN professional certification exam. The associate’s program is for current LPNs with a diploma in nursing or equivalent, and prepares students for NCLEX-RN professional certification exam.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Diplomas: Practical Nursing (39 credits).
  • Associate’s degrees: AS Nursing (64 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Acute Care Clinical I, II; Anatomy; Clinical Applications I, II; Clinical in Alternate Settings; Composition I; Developmental Psychology; Family Nursing; Human Biology; Nursing of the Adult I, II; Nursing Skills Lab; Patient & Family Centered Care for Special Populations; Patient Centered Care I, II; Pharmacology I, II; Pharmacology: A Pathophysiologic Approach; Principles & Practices of Nursing.

Minot State University (est. 1913)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,047

MSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. The program is estimated to take 15-18 months full-time.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing (122 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Issues in Healthcare Regulation & Professional Practices; Professional Nursing; Professional Nursing I; Professional Nursing III (Capstone); Public Health for the Professional Nurse I ( Theory and Clinical sessions); Quality & Risk; Theory & Research; Transcultural Healthcare.

Montana State University-Northern (est. 1929)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,513

MSUN is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. Most BSN courses are online, with local in-person clinical requirements. MSUN also has an ASN associate’s program where some courses are available online – although most are primarily on-campus.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact MSUN for curriculum course info.

Morehead State University (est. 1887)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,373

MSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level up to doctorates. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. Total required credits is 120, with 42+ credits in upper division courses. A maximum of 32 credits will be awarded for RN licensure towards the BSN after successful completion of the Advanced Health Assessment course.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Nursing (43 credits for core nursing courses).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Nursing Practicum; Global Health; Intro to Nursing Research; Nursing Leadership and Management; Pathophysiology; Public Health; Transition to Professional Nursing Practice.

New Mexico Highlands University (est. 1893)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,241

NMHU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and degrees ranging from associate’s level up to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program. Students must be currently licensed RNs and hold either a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing. Total required credits is 120, including 30 credits granted for holding an RN license.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Program.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advancement of Professional Nursing; Community Health Nursing; Community Health Practice; Cultural Competencies & Health Care; Evidence Based Applications in Health Assessment; Health Care Law and Policy ; Introduction to Nursing Informatics; Nursing Leadership Practicum; Nursing Research & Evidence Based Practice; RN-BSN Bridge Course; Seminar on Professional Nursing Leadership.

New Mexico State University (est. 1888)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,299

NMSU is a 4-year public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level up to doctorates. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s program, master’s programs, and doctorates. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. The MSN Administration program requires a current RN license and a BSN. The DNP has different entry points — one for BSN degree holders (BSN-to-DNP) and a Post-Masters route for MSN holders. The BSN-to-DNP route is for full-time students, only, while the Post-Masters route also has part-time options. All of these programs, while 100% online for coursework, have some on-campus sessions, mostly for orientation.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN degree completion (128 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN); MSN Administration.
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP: BSN-to-DNP or MSN-to-DNP, 39 credits) with four specialty tracks: (1) Family Psych/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FPMHNP), (2) Adult/Gero Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), (3) Public/Community Health Nursing (PCHN), (4) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health Nursing I, II; Community- and Population- Focused Nursing; Foundations of Health Assessment; Introduction to Nursing Research (stat); Nursing Care for Complex Patients ; Nursing Organization and Management; Nursing the Psychiatric-Mental Health Client; Older Adult Nursing; Parent-Child Nursing; Pharmacology in Clinical Nursing Practice; Principles of Professional Nursing Practice.

Nicholls State University (est. 1948)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,369

NSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s and master’s. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs holding a nursing diploma or associate’s degree. This program builds on a variety of skills including: critical thinking; evidence-based, patient-centered care; nursing informatics and more. Graduates of the program are qualified for careers in various environments including hospitals, medical offices, private industry and others. The master’s program has multiple concentrations, giving graduate students the opportunity to more closely choose an advanced career path in nursing, whether in practice, education or administration. Note: applications are not currently being accepted for the Nursing Executive concentration.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with three concentrations: (1) Family Nurse Practitioner, (2) Nursing Education, (3) Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact school for course curriculum details.

North Carolina Central University (est. 1910)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,701

NCCU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and degrees from bachelor’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program. The program is intended for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing or approved equivalent. Students can complete the program in 12 (after a bridge course) full-time or 24 months part-time. Total required credits is 124, with minimum upper division credits at 63.5, plus any approved transfer credits given for holding an associate’s degree.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Nursing Completion Program.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Applied Nursing Principles I-III; Comm Mental Health Nurs for RNs; Concepts of Prof Practice; General MicroBiology; Health Assess for RNs; Human Anatomy Physiology I, II; Intro to Human Nutrition; Molecules Cell Function; Nurs Care of the Adult I, II; Nurs Research for RNs; Pathophysiology; Pharmacology in Nurs; Phys Sci Related to Chem; Prof Role Dev for RNs; Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurs; Special Health Care Prob for RNs.

Northeastern State University (est. 1909)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,211

NSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level through doctorates (professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. The bachelor’s is a degree-completion program for RNs, and consists of upper division courses, only. The 32-credit master’s program is for registered nurses who hold a BSN, takes a minimum of four semesters (3×16 weeks, 1×8 weeks) but for students working full-time as nurses, it make take 6 semesters (about 2 years).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN degree completion (upper division courses).
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Education.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Research and Evidence-based Practice in Nursing Education; Community Health Nursing; Cultural Competency in Nursing Education; Current Trends & Issues in Nursing; Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Evaluation in Nursing Education; Family Health Nursing; Fundamentals of Nursing Research; Global Cultural Perspectives in Nursing Education; Health Assessment; Issues in Nursing Education; Nurse Educator Role Development; Nursing Leadership & Management; Professional Nursing Role; Professional Nursing Synthesis; Synthesis in Nursing Education (and Continuation); Teaching, Learning, and Nursing Theories; Technology in Nursing Education.

Northern Kentucky University (est. 1968)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,298

NKU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (four types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer an advancement program, a certificate, a bachelor’s, a master’s and a doctorate. The bachelor’s program is for current RNs with a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing. The master’s requires some residency for clinical courses. Some of these programs, including the doctorate, allow for students to work full-time and complete their degree.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Nurse Practitioner Advancement Program.
  • Certificates: Post-Masters Certification in Nursing.
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing (MSN) with seven concentrations (ranging in total credits from 34-49): 3 in primary care, 3 in non-practicing programs and one acute care concentration.
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP, 60 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health Promotion & Disease Prevention; Advanced Human Physiology; Advanced Technologies for Acute Care; Assessment and Evaluation in Nursing Education; Clinical Pharmacology and Intervention; Clinical Pharmacology in Adult Acute Care; Common Acute/Emergent Problems I, II; Common Health Problems Across the Lifespan; Curriculum Development in Nursing; Diagnostic Reasoning and Advanced Physical Assessment; Educational Foundations in Nursing; Foundations of Online Nursing Education; Geriatric Pharmacology; Health Promotion and Disease Prevention; Healthcare Policy and Economics.

Northland Community and Technical College (est. 1949)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,977

NCTC is a 2-year, public community/ technical college that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a 60-credit associate’s degree in Practical Nursing (PN). The program prepares students for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam as an LPN, and subsequently for entry-level nursing practice work, supervised by an RN.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS Practical Nursing (60 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced IV Therapy; Anatomy & Phys I, II; Concepts of Nursing; Developmental Psychology; Maternal Child Health; Math Applications Nurses; Medical Terminology; Morals and Medicine; Nursing Assistant; Nursing I-III; Nursing I-II Skills; Nursing Pharmacology; Nursing Roles; PN Clinical I, II; Psychosocial Nursing.

Northwestern Michigan College (est. 1951)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,923

NMC is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a 70-credit associate’s degree for full-time students. Lab and clinical courses require in-person attendance – about 2-3 days per week. Part-time students of the ADN will not have the online option.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Maternal & Child Nursing (Lecture and Clinical); BLS for Health Care Providers; Fundamentals of Nursing (Lecture and Clinical); Human Anatomy & Physiology II; Informatics Essentials; Introduction to Nursing; Mental Health Nursing (Lecture and Clinical); Normal and Clinical; Nursing Across the Lifespan Clinical ; Nursing Across the Lifespan Lecture; Nursing Management of Complex Patients I, II (Lecture and Clinical); Pharmacology.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University (est. 1897)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,613

NWOSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. The program can take as little as 12 months.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Anatomy; Holistic Assessment; Human Life Span; Introduction to Nursing Care and Skills; Nursing Care in Mental Health; Nursing Care in the Community; Nursing Care of the Adult I-III; Nursing Care of the Family; Nursing Leadership; Nutrition; Pathophysiology for Nurses; Pharmacology and Nursing Care; Professional Issues in Nursing; Research Utilization.

Northwestern State University of Louisiana (est. 1884)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,488

NSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree with multiple concentrations, and a doctorate. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs that takes about three semesters (12-16 months). The master’s program, which take 39-42 credits and can be taken full- or part-time, offers multiple concentrations (albeit a few less than the traditional on-campus program). The doctorate is for APRNs, who will gain advanced clinical skills, an ability to establish standards and policies, become leaders in their organizations and more.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing with five concentrations: Nurse Educator; Nurse Administrator; Family Nurse Practitioner; Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner; Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health (and Practicum); Advanced labs for health assessments; Care of the Older Adult; Child Health (and Practicum); Clinical Prevention and Population Health; Community Health Nursing (and Practicum); Complex Nursing Care (and Practicum); Dosage Calculation; Epidemiology; Foundations of Nursing; Global Healthcare Advocacy and Transformation; Health Assessment (and Skill Lab); Healthcare Management; Healthcare Policy: Analysis, Advocacy, and Transformation; Nursing Informatics.

Northwest Technical College (est. 1965)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,084

NTC is a 2-year, public technical college that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer two associate’s degrees and a bachelor’s degree. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. One associate’s program is for practical nursing, the other for LPNs to complete their ASN.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS in Practical Nursing (PN); Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN, 64 credits) with two tracks: (1) Generic Track or (2) LPN Step-in Track.
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Physiology; Advanced Skills; Advanced Standing; Anatomy & Physiology I, II; Bioethical Issues in Contemporary Society; Clinical II, III; Community and Family Health Nursing; Concepts Of Nursing And Health Care; Developmental Psychology; Ethics; Evidence, Practice, and Profession; Focused Populations; General Education Electives; Health Care Policy, Finance, and Regulatory Environments.

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Our Lady of Holy Cross College (est. 1916)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,028

OLHCC is a 4-year, private, non-profit college affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church. They offer certificates and degrees ranging from associate’s level to doctorates (research). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Total required credits is 120, with 36 granted for RN status.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing of Diverse Populations for RNs; Contemporary Issues in Nursing; Health Assessment for RNs; Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Leadership & Decision Making in Nursing for RNs; Nursing Research and EBP for RNs; Pathophysiology for RNs; Special Topics in Nursing for RNs.

Pacific College (est. 1993)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,596

Pacific College is a 4-year, private, for-profit college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree. Required courses make up 49 credits, of which 40 are upper division nursing courses.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing degree completion.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing plus Clinical; Disease Process/Role of Nursing; Ethical Decision Making; Evidence-Based Practice; Health Assessment, Education and Promotion; Nursing Education and Promotion; Nursing Management (Capstone); Nursing Research; Organizational Behavior; Pharmacology; Principles of Nursing; Transformational Leadership.

Pensacola State College (est. 1948)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,568

PSC is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for licensed RNs holding an ADN (Associate Degree Nursing). The full degree requires 120 credits, of which 32 are toward the BSN plus 10 credits of BSN portfolio review.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing (BSN) degree completion.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Evidence-Based Nursing Practice; Health Assessment & Physical Appraisal; Leadership & Management; Legal & Ethical Issues in Nursing; Nursing Across the Lifespan; Nursing in Community Systems; Professional Roles & Nursing Dimensions.

Prairie View A & M University (est. 1876)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,628

PVAMU is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs, and a doctorate. The bachelor’s program requires 63 credits (in addition to any received in acquiring RN status). The DNP requires 39 credits has has some residency requirements.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing – RN-BSN.
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP, 39 credits, hybrid online w/ some residency).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health Nursing I, II (plus Practicums); Analytical Approaches to Outcomes Management: Individuals and Populations; Basic Concepts of Nursing (plus Practicum); Basic Pathophysiology; Child Health Nursing (plus Practicum); Childbearing Family Nursing (plus Practicum); Community Health Nursing (plus Practicum); Concepts of Nursing Practice; Evidenced-Based Practice (Qualitative & Quantitative Methods); Health Care Policy for Advocacy in Health Care; Health Informatics Systems Management of Health Data ; Individual Health Assessment; Informatics for Using Telehealth in Nursing Practice; Intro Pharmacology; Intro to Nursing Research.

Purdue University-Calumet Campus (est. 1946)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,908

PUC is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree, two masters and a doctorate. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs. Courses have 5-, 8- or 10-week sessions. The master’s program prepares graduates for advanced nursing practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist or Family Nurse Practitioner.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing (34 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master’s in Nursing with two specializations: Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community & Public Health Nursing; Conceptual and Theoretical Thinking in Nursing; Foundations of Nursing; Foundations of Physical Assessment; Foundations of Psychosocial Nursing; Health Promotion and Education; Introduction to Professional Nursing; Nursing Care of the Aged, Disabled and Chronically Ill; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Leadership and Management; Nursing of Families and Groups; Nursing Research; Pathophysiology; Professional Ethics; Quality and Safety in Professional Nursing Practice.

Rutgers University-Newark (est. 1766)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,858

Rutgers-Newark is a 4-year, public university that is part of the Rutger University system. They offer certificates (three types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s and a doctorate with several options. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs holding an associate’s degree in nursing. It aids students in learning more about evidence-based practice, healthcare systems, patient safety and technology integration. The doctorate, which requires 44 credits, has leadership or education options.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BS in Nursing (BSN).
  • Doctorates: Post Master’s DNP Program with two options: Leadership or Clinical.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community & Public Health Nursing; Community Health Promotion; Cultural Dimensions of Humans; Health & Illness of Adults; Health & Illness of Children & Adolescents; Health Assessment Across the LifeSpan; Human Interactive Processes; Leadership & Management in Nursing (Practicum); Life Span: A Holistic Approach (Dev Psych); Nursing Care Provider I, II; Nursing Informatics; Nutrition; Pharmacotherapeutics; Professional Role Development; Research Process Applied to Evidence-based Nursing Practice.

Sampson Community College (est. 1965)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,442

SCC is a 2-year, public community college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree completion program for current LPNs with a minimum 2,000 hours of specific experience in North Carolina or a participating state. This online/hybrid program prepares students for the NCLEX-RN professional certification exam. Some on-campus presence is required, including for orientation and tests. There is a limited enrollment of 10 students each Fall.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: LPN to ADN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Anatomy & Physiology I, II; General Psychology; Developmental Psychology;

Shepherd University (est. 1871)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,074

Shepherd is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates, bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Total required credits are 123-124, with 41 approved credits granted for RN status. Classes run in 8-week sessions, are in hybrid in-class/online format (summer and evening courses available) and can be take full- or part-time.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: EBP and Nursing Research; Health Assessment; Healthcare Delivery Systems; Human Genetics and Ethics; Information Management; Leadership; Population Health.

Southeastern Louisiana University (est. 1925)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,544

SLU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer two graduate (post-masters) certificates (PMCs), a bachelor’s, a master’s with multiple concentrations and a doctorate. The FNP certificate (12 credits) takes 14 weeks and is targeted at current ANPs (with an MSN) practicing in the Louisiana or regional health care market who want to reach Family Nurse Practitioner status. The PMHNP certificate (18 credits) takes four semesters and is designed to take current NPs to Psychiatric Mental Health status. The master’s program (39-43 credits, depending on concentration) is part of an intercollegiate consortium effort and allows students to take nursing courses from approved participating colleges/ universities and receive credit regardless of where they are enrolled. Potential careers include Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, Nurse Executive. The DNP degree (39 credits) is designed for nurses either in clinical nursing practice or administration and health policy development, with potential employers of graduates being government, health care, professional organizations and universities.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Adult Nurse Practitioner to Family Nurse Practitioner (ANP to PNP); Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing, BS (RN to BS).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with four concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Family Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Nurse Executive, Nurse Education.
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Practice Nursing: Family Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) I-III.; Diagnostic Considerations and Psychopharmacology for Psychiatric Disorders; Family Health I, II (and Practicums); Psychotherapy for the Advanced Practice Nurse.

Southeast Missouri State University (est. 1873)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,398

SMSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Total required credits are a minimum of 120, with some credits granted for RN licensure.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing degree completion.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health I, II and Clinicals; Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Framework for Professional Nursing; Fundamentals of Nursing and Clinical; Gerontological Nursing and Care of Older Adults; Holistic Assessment; Human Growth & Development; Living Systems; Maternal-Newborn Nursing and Clinical; Mental Health Nursing and Clinical; Microbiology; Pathophysiology; Pediatric Nursing and Clinical; Pharmacology; Professional Practice: Community Health.

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (est. 1901)

Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,500

SOSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and degrees ranging from associate’s level up to doctorates (professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree (or in their last semester). Up to 31 credit hours are given for holding the associate’s degree.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Physical Assessment; Bridging Nursing Paradigms; Community Nursing Across the Healthcare Continuum; Contemporary Nursing Leadership; Ethics and Caring; Issues and Concepts; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Statistics and Evidence-Based Practice; Theory and Practice; Wellness Through Health Promotion.

St Petersburg College (est. 1927)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,499

SPC is a 4-year, public college that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Students can choose one or two eight-week classes simultaneously, maximum four courses per term. Students can choose site of their clinical practicums. (Note: some states do not allow resident students to take online courses from SPC.)

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing Practicum; Community Health Nursing Theory; Evidence-Based Research Utilization; Health Assessment and Physical Appraisal; Informatics and Clinical Reasoning; Leadership Practicum; Leadership Theory; Legal & Ethical Aspects of Nursing; Nursing Elective – upper division course; Nursing in a Multicultural Society; Nursing of the Family; Pathophysiology; Professional Roles and Dimensions of Nursing Practice.

Tennessee State University (est. 1912)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,888

TSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from the associate’s level to doctorates (research). For online programs in nursing, they offer three certificates and two master’s degrees. One is in holistic nursing and requires 45 credits. The other has multiple concentrations, with required credits varying by selection. This includes a degree completion program for RNs who want an MSN but hold a diploma or associate’s degree and a non-nursing bachelor’s degree. A fifth concentration, Nursing Informatics, is currently not accepting applications. Some of these concentrations are available in online format as certificates for students holding an MSN.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Family Nurse Practitioner; Nursing Administration; Nursing Education;
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing (MSN) Holistic Nursing; MS in Nursing (MSN) with four concentrations: (1) Nursing Education, (2) Nursing Administration, (3) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and (4) RN to MSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Assessment; Advanced Holistic Nursing Practicum I, II; Health Policy; Holistic Nursing; Interventions; Nursing Theory; Pathophysiology; Pharmacotherapeutics; Project Writing; Research; Role Development; Thesis Writing.

Tennessee Wesleyan College (est. 1857)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,182

TWC is a 4-year, private, non-profit college that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with an ASN degree. The latter is worth about 62 credits towards the BSN. The program can be taken full-time or part-time.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Nursing; Community Health Nursing; Health Assessment; Leadership/Management; Nursing Synthesis; Pharmacology; Professional Issues; Research in Nursing; Transition to Prof. Nursing.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi (est. 1947)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,530

TAMUCC is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. One bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. The other two bachelor’s degrees (“eLine”) are for students who have not completed an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing and do not yet have RN licensure. One of the eLine programs is specifically for Texas residents who are either active military service members or veterans with some medical experience. The eLine programs both prepare students for the NCLEX-RN licensing certification exam. The master’s has three track options that prepare grads for advanced roles as a nurse practitioner, educator or leader. One doctorate is jointly offered by TAMUCC and TWU (Texas Women’s University) and prepares grads for academic and research roles in nursing. The other doctorate prepares graduates for advanced nurse practitioner roles.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BSN eLine Military (for active service members living in Texas); RN to BS Nursing.
  • Master’s degrees: MS Nursing (MSN) with three study options: (1) Family Nurse Practitioner (49 credits), (2) Leadership in Nursing Systems (37 credits), (3) Nurse Educator (37 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: PhD Nursing Cooperative degree program; Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Principles for Clinical Practice I, II; Application of Evidence in Practice I, II; Economics of Advanced Practice; Epidemiology and Statistics for Evidence-Based Practice; Ethical Dimensions of Nursing; Exploring Scholarship; Genomics in Health Care; Informatics and Technology for Practice; Introduction to Scholarly Project; Multicultural Nursing; NP Leadership in Health Policy; Philosophy of Nursing Science; Power, Policy, and Politics; Principles of Nursing Education for Teaching and Patient Care; System Behavior and Impact on Health Care Quality.

Texas A & M University-Texarkana (est. 1971)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,221

TAMUT is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral (research) degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for RNs, and a master’s degree. The BSN requires 120 credits total, with some of the credits having been previously acquired in completing an RN licensure (via associate’s in nursing degree). The MSN requires 36 credits, a BSN and a current RN license.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Administrative Theories; Capstone Project I, II; Community Health Nursing Practice for the RN; Complementary and Alternative Health Care; Evidence Based Practice I, II; Evidence Based Practice in Nursing for the RN; Foundations of Health Care Ethics; General Chemistry (plus Lab); Health Assessment Across the Life Span for the RN; Healthcare Economics and Finance; Healthcare Economics and Financial Management; Healthcare Informatics; Healthcare Law, Ethics and Policy; Healthcare Population Health/Health Policy; Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II.

Texas Woman’s University (est. 1901)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,596

TWU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from bachelor’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a certificate, a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs, two master’s and a doctorate. The certificate is for post-masters students, takes 18-19 credits, has 100% online or 50% online options, and can be take full- or part-time. Courses for the bachelor’s are all online and can be completed in one year of full-time study, although a part-time option is available. The master’s programs range from 40-42 credit hours, with both full-time and part-time options. Practical experiences can take place at approved facilities near each student. The PhD program is available either in 100% online format or a hybrid face-to-face/ online option (Houston campus).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Nursing Health Systems Management (grad cert).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BS.
  • Master’s degrees: MS Nursing Education (40 credits); MS Nursing Health Systems Management (42 credits) with two minor options: Business (100% online) or Health Systems Management (50%).
  • Doctorates: PhD in Nursing Science (10 semesters).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Assessment/ Differential Diagnosis; Advanced Pathophysiology; Clinical Specialization; Curriculum Design and Management in Nursing; Educational Communication and Technologies of Instruction; Evaluation Models for Curriculum Management; Health Promotion and Policy; Measurement and Assessment in Nursing; Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Nursing Practice; Research in Nursing; Teaching Practicum in Nursing; Theoretical Basis for Nursing Education; Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Practice.

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United States University (est. 1997)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,126

USU is a 4-year, private, for-profit university that offers certificates (two types) and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer three master’s programs. One program prepares graduates for a career as a nurse practitioner (RN license required), another prepares them for leadership roles, and the last prepares them for online nursing education roles. All three programs require a BSN for admission. Some courses in these programs are delivered in hybrid mode (online and in-person sessions).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Master’s degrees: MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); MSN in Nursing Leadership for Health Systems Management Innovations; MSN Online Education and Education Technology.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact USU for curriculum course details.

University of Alaska Anchorage (est. 1954)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,715

UAA is a 4-year, public university offering certificates (three types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to doctorates (research). For online programs in nursing, they offer a master’s that has three specialty tracks, with only (Nursing Education) that is fully online (one course exception) and two that may be partially online (Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner). The master’s requires 45-32 credits, dependent on the specialty option selected. Many of the core graduate courses and some specialty courses are also online. The three MSN tracks have graduate-level certificate equivalents (for MSN holders). Contact the school for more details about whether the MSN track/ certificate you are interested in is available online. Alternative scheduling also available. Finally, UAA also offers a doctorate where courses are online but students can choose between synchronous or asynchronous formats.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Nursing Education (graduate cert, for MSN holders).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing Science (MSN) with three specialty areas, including Nursing Education (fully online with one course exception),
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adv Psych/Mental Health Nursing I-IV; Advanced Health Assessment in Primary Care; Advanced Pathophysiology; Biostatistics for Health Professionals; Family Nurse Practitioner I-IV; Health Policy for Advanced Practice Nursing; Knowledge Development for Advanced Nursing Practice; Nursing Research Methods; Pharmacology for Primary Care; Psychopharmacology; Roles for Advanced Practice Nursing.

University of Alaska Fairbanks (est. 1917)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,383

UAF is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research). For online programs in nursing, they offer three certificates and a bachelor’s degree. The certificates are all grad level and take between 15-32 credits. The bachelor’s program is designed for LPNs (Licensed Practice Nurses) and requires 126 total credits including those acquired in achieving LPN status.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Practitioner (FNP, 15-32 credits); Nursing Education (15 credits); Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP, 23 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: LPN to BSN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Concentration in Clinical Nursing (plus Lab); Family Nurse Practitioner I-IV; Family Nurse Practitioner Focus on Women’s Health and Obstetrics I, II; Foundations of Nursing I: Roles, Processes, and Trends; Foundations of Nursing II: Therapeutics (plus Lab); Health Disruptions I, II (plus Labs); Health I, II: Nursing Therapeutics (plus Labs); Nursing Management and Legal Perspectives; Nursing Research; Nursing Therapeutics in Complex Health Disruptions (plus Lab); Pathophysiology; Pharmacology in Nursing; Technology and Nursing Informatics.

University of Alaska Southeast (est. 1972)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,509

UAS is a 4-year, public university that is part of the University of Alaska system. They offer certificates (three types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to master’s. For online programs in nursing, they offer an associate’s degree. It requires 70 credit hours total, including 37 for nursing courses and 15 for general education. This program is offered in joint with University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), listed elsewhere in this online degrees guide. Admission requires completion of their Pre-Nursing Qualifications certificate or equivalent.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS in Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Introductory Microbiology; Lifespan Development; Science of Nutrition. Contact school for nursing-specific curriculum course details.

University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville (est. 1991)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $4,785

UACC-Batesville is a 2-year, public college that offers certificates and associate’s degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer an associate’s degrees for LPNs (or CNAs) with suitable prerequisite credits to achieve their RN licensing. The total credit requirement is 70. Graduates of the program who also achieve their RN certification can potentially find work as a Registered Nurse.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Associate’s degrees: AAS LPN to RN.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Anatomy & Physiology I, II and labs, General Psychology, Human Growth & Development, Microbiology and lab, Nursing Practicum I-IV, Nursing Seminars, Nursing Theory I-IV.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith (est. 1928)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,679

UAFS is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Graduates of this program are potentially qualified for a wide range of of nursing careers including in cardiac care, case management, critical care, emergency, forensic, gynecology and many more areas.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BSN – Nursing RN-BSN degree completion.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community as a Client; Current Issues and Trends in Professional Nursing Practice; Dimensions in Professional Practice; Health Assessment; Health Promotion and Teaching; Leadership and Management in Professional Nursing; Pathophysiology; Research in the Health Sciences.

University of Central Arkansas (est. 1907)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,051

UCA is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (four types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree, three master’s and a doctorate. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. Up to 41 credit hours are granted for RN licensure. The master’s programs are all MSNs (requiring RN licensure and a BSN for admission), with either generic track or nursing education or leadership track, and all are hybrid, requiring some on-campus days. The doctorate is a also a hybrid degree, requiring some on-campus visits.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN Nursing degree completion (for working RNs, who receive 41 credit hours towards the BSN).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN); MSN Nurse Educator with Clinical Specialty Track; MSN Clinical Nurse Leader Track.
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Community Health Nursing; Epidemiology and Community Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice; Health Assessment; Health Policy and Economics; Health Policy and Professional Issues in Nursing; Informatics; Journal/Portfolio; Leadership and Management; Nurse as Educator; Nursing Research & Evidence Based Practice; Pathophysiology; Research for Evidence Based Practice I, II; Theoretical Bases of Nursing; Transition to Professional Nursing.

University of Illinois at Chicago (est. 1858)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,567

UIC is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer three certificates, a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, and a doctorate. The 10-credit School Nurse certificate is a post-bachelor’s program, while the 12-credit teaching/ learning certificate is a post-master’s program designed for nurses transitioning to a nurse educator role. An additional Advanced Practice Palliative Care Nurse (APPCN) certificate is under review and not currently taking admissions. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs, with 8-week courses and the possibility of completing the program in as little as 16 months. A total of 33 credits is granted for RN licensure towards the BSN, as well as 30 credits for nursing course work. The master’s is a hybrid program (with some in-person classes/ sessions) that replaces the original MSN with practice specialties and is now an advanced generalist degree. However, grads of the AGMS can take the Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) certification after putting in 405 additional clinical hours. The doctorate is offered in blended mode (online and in-person), has 12 specialty areas (from three College of Nursing departments) and four entry routes: (1) BSN to DNP, (2) Post-Master’s, (3) Post-Master’s with New Specialty, (4) DNP transition (RN to DNP, non-BSN).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: School Nurse (10 credits); Graduate certificates: Teaching/ Learning in Nursing and Health Sciences (12 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: Advanced Generalist Master of Science (AGMS, hybrid, 34 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Clinical Concepts & Processes for Population-Focused Nursing ; Clinical Concepts/Processes in Population-Focused Nursing; Concepts & Processes for Contemporary Nursing Practice ; Exploring Complementary/Alternative Practices; Health Assessment; Introduction to Nursing Research & Statistics for Evidence-Based Practice; Issues in Nursing Practice; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Leadership and Management in Healthcare.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette (est. 1898)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,463

ULL is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from bachelor’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program, a master’s degree and a doctorate. The BSN, which is for current RNs, contains 30 credit hours for core nursing courses. The MSN (35-43 credits) has two available tracks, with a third track (Nurse Executive) currently not accepting applications. The DNP is meant for MSN-holding nurses who want to hold advanced practitioner or executive roles. Some practicum courses do require on-campus presence.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Registered Nurse to BS in Nursing (RN-to-BSN) degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: MS in Nursing (MSN) with three tracks: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP, 40-43 credits) and Nurse Educator (37-40 credits).
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Practice Nursing: Family Health I-III; Advanced Practice Nursing: Family II; Business Leadership and Health Policy for Nurse Practitioners; Community Health Nursing with Diverse Populations; Focused Scholarly Project; Generating Evidence for Nursing Practice; Health and Physical Assessment; Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning for Advanced Practice; Nursing in a Disaster for RN to BSN; Orientation for RN to BSN; Pathophysiology for Advanced Practice Nursing; Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice Nursing; Population Based Primary Care; Professional Role Integration; Theoretical Foundations of Advanced Nursing; Transition to Professional Nursing for RN to BSN.

University of Louisiana at Monroe (est. 1931)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,287

ULM is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs with a diploma or associate’s degree. Graduates of the program open up a number of opportunities, including the potential for a management role in a health care organization, or to continue with graduates studies.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health Nursing 1-3; Basic Principles of Pharmacology; Computing for Nurses; Fundamentals of Professional Nursing Practice; Health Assessment; Introduction to Gerontological Nursing; Maternal Child Health Nursing; Mental Health Nursing; Nursing Management RN (plus Practicum); Nursing Research: Evidence Based Practice; Nursing Synthesis 1; Professional Nursing Concepts; Public Health Nursing RN (plus Practicum).

University of Massachusetts-Boston (est. 1852)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,376

UMass Boston is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer certificates, a bachelor’s degree, and doctorates. Both certificates are graduate-level, require current RN licensure, and are either 12 or 21 credits dependent on whether the student already has a suitable NP certification or not. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs who have an associate’s degree in nursing (or accepted equivalent), with 42 credits awarded towards a total of 123. On-campus orientation is optional; in-person clinical work is a requirement. One doctorate is a PhD and intended to prepare graduates for leadership roles. The other is a DNP with specialty tracks, designed for advanced practice as an NP.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP, 12 or 21 credits); Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP, 12 or 21 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-to-BS Nursing (123 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice, Post MS (39 credits); Nursing, MS-DNP.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Biostats; DNP Internship I-IV; Evidence Based Practice I-II; Health Assessment and Promotion; Health Care Systems and Quality; Health Economics/Finance; Health Informatics; Health Policy Finance and Ethics; Leadership/Management in Health Care; Lifespan Growth & Development; Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice; Pharmacology; Principles of Epidemiology; Professional Issues in Nursing.

University of Michigan-Flint (est. 1956)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,657

UM-Flint is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral (professional) degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a graduate certificate, a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and doctorate. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree in nursing, or those completing their ADN and who plan to complete licensure shortly after entering the BSN program. The master’s a minimum 48 credits and has a part-time option. The grad certificate (post-master’s) is for current RNs with an MSN who want licensure as a psychiatric mental health NP. The doctorate prepares graduates for advanced NP role and requires between 78-91 credits, depending on the selected specialty. Part-time option available.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (20 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN, 120 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, 48 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP, 78-91 credits) with four specializations: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP, 78-84 credits), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP, 81-87 credits), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMNP, 81-87 credits), and Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP, 85-91 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Practice Nursing Care of Persons across the Life Span with Psychiatric Mental Health Concerns I, II – Theory (plus Practicums); Advanced Practice Nursing with Families and Care of Psychiatric/Mental Health Community Needs.; Advanced Practice Role Theory; APRN Role Practicum; Graduate Epidemiology; Graduate Pathophysiology; Graduate Pharmacology; Graduate Research Theory I-IV; Health Promotion; Leadership, Informatics & Policy for Advanced Practice; Management of Acute/Chronic Problems across the Lifespan – Theory (plus Practicum); Medication Management for Psychiatric Mental Health NP.; Mental Health for Advanced Practice; Pediatrics for Advanced Practice-Theory (plus Practicum); Physical Diagnosis across the Lifespan-Theory (plus Practicum).

University of North Carolina at Charlotte (est. 1946)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,196

UNCC is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and degrees ranging from bachelor’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer certificates, a bachelor’s degree and master’s degrees. The certificates are graduate level, in administration or education. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing. The master’s programs prepare graduates for advanced level careers in administration, nursing education or public health.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Nursing Administration (12 credits); Nursing Education (12 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS in Nursing (BSN, 31 credits) – RN-to-BSN completion.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN in Community/ Public Health Nursing (38 credits); MSN in Nursing Administration (36 credits); MSN in Nursing Education (39 credits); RN to MSN with three concentrations: (1) Community/ Public Health (38 credits), (2) Nursing Administration (36 credits), (3) Nursing Education (39 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Practicum in Nursing Administration and Leadership; Aging and Health; Bacteriology (Microbiology) plus Lab; Community Health Nursing; Concepts of Professional Nursing Science; Curriculum and Instruction in Nursing Education; Design and Coordination of Care for Nurses; Enhancing Clinical Judgment; General Psychology; Health Assessment for Nurses; Health Disparities and Nursing; Health Informatics, Budgeting, and Financial Management; Health Policy and Planning in the US; Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II (plus Labs); Information Technology: Applications in Health Care.

University of North Georgia (est. 1873)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,262

UNG is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and a range of degrees, from associate’s level up to doctorates (professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program. Admission is limited to current RNs holding an associate’s degree (ASN) or diploma in nursing. A total of 120 credits are required, with 69 credits granted for the ASN. While all of the courses are online, some require on-campus attendance (maximum twice per course.) Students must have completed their ASN or diploma before applying but can complete their NCLEX afterwards.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN (120 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: A Cultural Experience in the Art of Healing; Biology of Aging; Cultural and Health Assessment; Cultural Immersion – A Healthcare Experience; Elementary Spanish for Medical Professionals; Evidence-Based Practice and Research Applications in Nursing; Human Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Independent Study in Nursing; Introduction to Health Policy; Introduction to Nursing Information Management; Introduction to Psychology; Microbiology for Allied Health Professions (plus Lab); Nursing Research Practicum; Population Health; Professional Nursing Leadership.

University of Tennessee-Martin (est. 1927)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,512

UTM is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree completion program for current RNs. Total credits required is 123, including previous credits acquired in achieving RN status.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing (BSN) – RN to BSN option.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Care; Community Health Care; Health Assessment; Leadership & Management; Pharmacology; Research in Nursing; Transitions to Professional Nursing; Trend & Issues in Nursing.

University of Texas at Arlington (est. 1895)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,622

UTA is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer two bachelor’s and four master’s degrees. The BSN is a blended, 121-credit program that takes about 15 months and has courses that run 5-14 weeks each, with clinicals only in select Texas metro areas. The RN to BSN program is for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing, is 35 credits, takes about nine months, with courses running 5-10 weeks each. A third bachelor’s is also a degree completion program, but aimed at ADN students who are still completing their program. The MSN programs prepare grads for advanced roles in nursing administration, education and practice. One program is a degree completion program for current RNs who have not yet taken a BSN. Students can choose between Nurse Educator or Administration options, and successful grads are awarded both a BSN and an MSN.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN); Professional Nursing Pathways Program.
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing Administration (MSN, 36 credits); Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSNE, 39 credits); MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP, 46 credits); Registered Nurse to MSN with two options: Nurse Educator or Administration.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: BSN Nursing Leadership and Management (plus Lab); Clinical Nursing Foundations (plus Lab); Health Policy and Legal Aspects of Professional; Health Promotion Across the Lifespan; Holistic Health Assessment Across the Lifespan; Medical Terminology; Nursing of Adults (plus Lab); Nursing of Older Adults; Nursing Research; Professional Nursing Trends; Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing of Individuals, Families and Groups (plus Lab); RN-BSN Care of Vulnerable Populations Across the Lifespan the Lifespan; RN-BSN Health Promotion Across the Lifespan; RN-BSN Holistic Care of the Older Adult; RN-BSN Nursing Leadership and Management.

University of Texas at El Paso (est. 1914)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $5,607

UTEP is a 4-year, public university that offers bachelor’s level through doctoral (scholarship or professional) degrees. For online nursing programs, they offer one bachelor’s degree and three master’s program, including one with five concentrations. The bachelor’s program requires 30 credits (in addition to 30 previously-completed credits) and can be completed in a minimum of 12 months/ two semesters (for RNs only). The master’s programs require 49 credits. Each degree and/or concentration dictates the type of nursing career that a program graduate can pursue.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Nursing Education; MSN Nursing Systems Management; Nurse Practitioner MSN with three concentrations: Adult/ Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), and Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner with Primary Care Focus (PNP-PC).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Diagnostics; Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Pathophysiology; Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics; Contemporary Professional Nursing; Cult Perspectives on Healthcare; Gerontology; Health Law, Policy & Ethics; Issues & Problems in Lead Management; Nursing in the Community; Nursing Informatics; Nursing Research & Statistics; Nursing Theories & Processes.

University of West Florida (est. 1963)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,759

UWF is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates and degrees ranging from associate’s level up to doctorates. For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s and a master’s program. The bachelor’s is a 12-month degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. There are six start dates per year, and courses run seven weeks. The master’s program prepares graduates for advanced roles in nursing education or leadership and management.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Nursing (120 credits).
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Nursing (39 credits) with two specializations: (1) Nursing Education and (2) Nursing Leadership and Management.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment; Contemporary Issues in the Role of Advanced Nursing Practice; Economics of Health Management for Nurse Leaders; Essentials of Evidence-based Nursing Practice; Ethical Issues in Advanced Nursing Practice; Gerontological Nursing; Health Assessment and Promotion; Health Education in the Community; Information Systems Technology for Nurse Leaders; Law & Ethics in Nursing; Nursing Education Evidence Based Project I; Nursing Education Seminar I, II; Nursing Leadership & Management EBP Project I, II; Nursing Leadership & Management Seminar I, II; Nursing Research, Statistics, and Evidence Based Practice.

University of Wyoming (est. 1886)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,856

UW is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. One BSN is for students who are already RNs and have completed their associate’s degree in nursing. The other BSN is for UW students still enrolled in the associate’s degree program who plan to graduate before entry in the BSN and who will complete RN licensure in UW’s given deadline. The master’s is for current RNs who hold a BSN and prepares them for roles in nursing education. (A nursing leader option is planned for 2017.) The doctorate is “distance accessible” and prepares students for advanced NP roles. UW also has a graduate certificate (for MSN or DNP-FNP degree holders) seeking a second professional NP certification. Both the DNP and certificate have some on-campus sessions plus “local” clinical rotations in selected geographic area.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN/BSN Completion: (1) for RNs or (2) for UW associate degree nursing students.
  • Master’s degrees: MSN Nurse Educator (36 credits).
  • Doctoral degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with two programs of study: (1) DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP, 84 credits), (2) Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Pathophysiology; Application of Theory in Advanced Nursing Practice; Cultural Diversity in Family Health Care; Curriculum in Nursing Education; Epidemiology in Rural Health Care; Evidence-based Nursing Practice; Evidence-Based Practice for Advanced Practice Nursing I, II (EBP); Foundations of Integrative Advanced Practice Nursing; Health and Health Care in Rural Cultures; Health Assessment for the RN; Health Behavior Change (HBC) I-III; Health Communication/Informatics; Health Promotion; Human Anatomy.

Western Governors University (est. 1997)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $8,624

WGU is a 4-year, private, non-profit university that offers certificates and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. They offer all academic programs online only. For online programs, they offer four bachelor’s degrees and a master’s degree four options. One BSN is a degree completion program for current RNs, while the other is a pre-licensure program that will prepare students for the NCLEX professional licensing exam that will allow them to become RNs. Both have in-person clinical experience requirements at approved locations (community health services, public health department, clinic, etc.) in the states that WGU serves. Both require 120 credits total, with RN licensure accounting for 50 advanced-standing credits. Two of the MSN programs are Education-focused, though one is for current RNs with a BSN degree (36 credits for MSN) and the other is for current RNs with a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing (147 credits for MSN). Similarly, two MSNs are focused on Leadership, but one is for RNs with a BSN (36 credits for MSN) and the other for RNs with a diploma or associate’s degree (147 credits for MSN).

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: BS Nursing (RN to BSN); BS Nursing (Prelicensure).
  • Master’s degrees: MS Nursing – Education BSN to MSN (36 credits, for RNs with BSNs); MS Nursing – Education (147 credits, RN to MSN Option); MS Nursing – Leadership and Management (36 credits, for RNs with BSNs); MS Nursing – Leadership and Management (147 credits, RN to MSN Option).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Anatomy and Physiology I, II; Biochemistry; Care of the Older Adult; Clinical Microbiology; Community Health and Population-Focused Nursing (plus Field Experience); Evidence Based Practice and Applied Nursing Research; Health Assessment; Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan; Information Management and the Application of Technology; Introduction to Psychology; Nutrition for Contemporary Society; Organizational Systems and Quality Leadership; Professional Roles and Values.

Western Kentucky University (est. 1906)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $11,072

WKU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (our types) and a range of degrees from associate’s level up to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer certificates, a bachelor’s degree and several master’s degrees. Two of the certificates are post-master’s, and the third is for anyone (nurses or otherwise) interested leadership roles for long-term care – for example, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Director of Nursing, Nursing Home Administrator and others. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for currents RNs. One master’s program is for RN’s with an associate’s degree in nursing and a bachelor’s in a related field, and has nurse educator or administrator concentration options. The other master’s is for BSN holders.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Long Term Care Administration (15 credits); Graduate certificates: Post-MSN Nurse Administrator (19 credits); Post-MSN Nurse Educator (13 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN 2+2 degree completion (36 upper level nursing credits).
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN; for BSN holders); RN to MSN bridge program, with two concentrations: (1) Nurse Educator (39 credits) or (2) Nurse Administrator (33 credits).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Issues in Professional Nursing; Application/Public Health Concepts; Applied Advanced Pharmacology; Care of the High Acuity Patient; Clinical Teaching in Nursing; Concepts of Disease Process; Concepts of Pharmacology; Concepts of Public Health Nursing; Concepts/Professional Nursing; Health and Aging; Health Assessment; Introduction to the Aging Experience; Long-Term Care Administration; Nursing Facility Administration; Nursing Informatics.

Western New Mexico University (est. 1893)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $10,994

WNMU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. For online programs in nursing, they offer a certificate and a bachelor’s degree. The certificate is post-bachelor’s and prepares graduates for clinical readership roles. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an associate’s degree (diplomas in nursing may qualify as well). Credits earned from the associate’s degree will be selectively transferred towards the completion of the BSN.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Nursing Clinical Leadership (15 credits).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-to-BSN Nursing.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment; Advanced Pathophysiology; Advanced Pharmacology; Community Health Practicum; Community Health Theory; Critical Thinking in Professional Nursing; Gerontological Nursing; Health Assessment; Health Care Policy I, II; History of Nursing; Informatics and Healthcare Technologies; Integrating Complementary and Alternative; Issues in Professional Nursing; Leadership Roles; Nursing Informatics.

West Virginia University (est. 1867)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,380

WVU is a 4-year public university that offers a range of degrees from bachelor’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer three graduate certificates, a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and two doctorates. The bachelor’s is a degree-completion program for current RNs with a nursing diploma or associate’s degree. Admitted students receive 50 credits towards the total 128 required to complete the BSN. The master’s program requires 44 credits (takes 2-4 years) and has three areas of emphasis. While courses are fully online, there is a residency requirement for special sessions and practicum for Family and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner students. Of the two doctorate programs, one is a 40-44 credit DNP for post-MSN students, with a duration of three years part-time. The second doctorate is for nurse scientists planning on a career in research, teaching, or leadership (clinical or policy) roles. This program takes 54 credits (three years) and has a mix of online and in-person course/ study components.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Graduate certificates: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Nursing Leadership; Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: Nursing – RN to BSN.
  • Master’s degrees: Nursing MSN with three areas of emphasis: Graduate certificates: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Nursing Leadership; Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP).
  • Doctorates: Nursing DNP; Nursing Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D. (blended).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Contact school for course curriculum details.

Wichita State University (est. 1895)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $9,843

WSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (three types) and degrees ranging from associate’s level to doctorates (research, professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a bachelor’s and a doctorate. The bachelor’s is a degree completion program for current RNs with an ADN (or approved equivalent). It can be taken fulltime (1-1.5 years) or part-time (up to six years), and students receive up to 25 hours of credit for previous courses (or credit by exam) towards the total requirement of 124 credit hours. Graduates of the program gain skills suitable to nursing leadership, public health, evidence-based practice and other roles. The doctorate program is for current APRNs practicing in Kansas and holding an MSN. Clinical practice that students receive can be for either Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist, which match the two specializations available. It takes 2-3 years and total credits required for completion is 74.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN to BSN – Nursing Degree Completion Program.
  • Doctorates: MSN to DNP – Doctor of Nursing Practice Post Master (DNP-PM) with two specializations: Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advanced Health Assessment (and Lab); Advanced Nursing Practice Roles; Advanced Pathophysiology I, II; Applied Clinical Pharmacology; Applied Drug Therapy; Care of Populations for the Practicing RN; Clinical Pharmacology; Evidence Based Nursing Practice/ Outcomes of Care; Evidence-Based Nursing Project I, II; Foundations of Nursing Leadership for the Practicing RN; Health Assessment for the Practicing RN; Health Care Systems: Policy & Politics; Introduction to Evidence Based Practice for the Practicing RN; Introduction to Health Care Ethics; Introduction to Pathophysiology.

Winston-Salem State University (est. 1892)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,737

WSSU is a 4-year, public university that offers certificates (two types) and a range of degrees from bachelor’s level to doctorates (professional). For online programs in nursing, they offer a graduate certificate, a bachelor’s degree completion program for RNs and a master’s program. The bachelor’s program is available online as well as 18 off-site locations. The master’s program prepares its graduates for teaching in undergrad nursing programs, as well as for clinical education and staff development in hospitals and other environments. The aforementioned grad certificate is a 27-credit selection of courses from the MSN ANE program. The MSN ANE has a residency requirement (240 hours) that can be fulfilled at select academic locations.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Advanced Nurse Educator (ANE, grad).
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN degree completion.
  • Master’s degrees: Master of Science in Nursing Degree (MSN, 39 credits) with concentration in Advanced Nurse Educator (ANE).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Adult Health Nursing II; Advanced Health Assessment, Health Promotion & Diagnostic Reasoning; Advanced Nursing Technologies; Advanced Pathophysiology; Advanced Pharmacology; Caring for the Older Adult; Community Health Nursing; Curriculum and Instruction; Dynamics of Professional Nursing; Education Residency; Educational Theories; Evaluation Methods in Nursing Education; Financial Mgmt. for Nurses; Global Health Nursing; Health Assessment.

Wright State University-Lake Campus (est. 1967)

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Net Cost/yr (Undergrad): $7,455

WSU-Lake Campus is a 4-year, public university that offers degrees from associate’s level up to master’s degrees. It is a branch campus of Wright State University (Fairborn, Ohio). For online programs in nursing, it offers three certificates (plus three more under review), a bachelor’s completion program for RNs, two master’s degrees (one with two concentrations), and a doctorate.

Online Nursing Degree Areas

  • Certificates: Family Nurse Practitioner (five campus visits required, grad cert); Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (PNP-AC, some in-person examinations); School Nurse.
  • Bachelor’s degrees: RN-BSN Nursing (BSN) degree completion program.
  • Master’s degrees: MS Administration of Nursing and Health Care Systems; MS Nursing with two Concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner or Nursing Education.
  • Doctorates: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Nursing Classes Online (examples)

: Advancing Communities Towards Healthy Outcomes; Application of Leadership and Management Concepts to Nursing Process; Collaborating for Improving Patient Outcomes; Concepts of Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan; Critical Reasoning in Complex Healthcare Systems; Critical Reasoning in the Application of Leadership and Management Strategies; Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum; Financial Resource Management in Nursing Administration; Foundations of Research and Evidence-based Practice; Health Policy, Politics and Issues; Holistic Nursing Practice Using Complementary & Alternative Therapies; Human Resource Management in Nursing Administration; Information Technology in Health Care; Nursing Administrative Practice; Nursing Care in a Genomics Era.
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