In the MU Sinclair School of Nursing RN to BSN program, all courses are online. Our advisors work with you to create a customized plan to meet your needs! All online courses are asynchronous and can be completed in as little as 14 months. Courses can also be taken over a longer period of time to meet your needs.
There are two curriculum pathways. A professional pathway leading to a BSN and a graduate pathway which also includes BSN completion, while starting the student on the path to completing a graduate Nursing degree. The graduate pathway allows a student to take graduate level credit while enrolled in the RN-BSN program.
If you are currently enrolled in an Associate Degree Nursing program, dual enrollment is also available. Take coursework toward your BSN while still enrolled in your associate degree program. Our academic advisor can assist you in selecting specific coursework to expedite your completion of the BSN.
One-Year Plan of Study
In this faster-paced, one-year plan of study, you earn your BSN in just 14 months. This program is a good fit for you if:
Have the flexibility in your work/life schedule to take multiple credit hours during the semester.
Have completed all general education requirements except the 26 BSN credit hours.
Want to move forward in a fast pace toward achieving your RN-BSN degree.
Two-Year Plan of Study
In the two-year plan of study, your classes are more spread out, and you earn your BSN in 24 months (two years). This program is a good fit for you if:
Still have some general education courses that need to be completed in addition to the 26 BSN credits hours.
Have busy work/life commitments that you need to complete your education at a steadier pace.
Need the flexibility to slow down your coursework if life changes occur.
General Education and Foundation Course Work
To earn your BSN from MU Sinclair School of Nursing, general education and foundation coursework is required. We’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive plan. MU Sinclair School of Nursing accepts transfer credits. Courses may be taken at MU or transferred from any accredited college or university (see credit transfer equivalency). These courses include:
| Course | Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Course | 3 |
| English 1000 (Composition II) | 3 |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | 3 |
| American History or Political Science | 3 |
| General Psychology | 3 |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| College Algebra or Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| Statistics | 3 |
| Microbiology (with lab)* | 4-5 |
| Anatomy (with lab)* | 4-5 |
| Physiology (with lab)* | 3 |
| Human Growth and Development (lifespan)** | 3 |
| General Science (Social/Biological/Physical/Mathematical/Behavioral Science) | 6 |
| Electives | 9 |
| Total | 60-62 |
*All science courses will be evaluated on an individual basis.
** May be completed through standardized examinations.