Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN – BSN) | Olivet Nazarene University

You enjoy nurturing patients back to health.

You offer compassionate care for others.

You give hope.

If you are a registered nurse who has earned either a diploma or an associate’s degree in nursing, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program is designed for you to further your education. As an RN-BSN student you will develop leadership skills and an understanding of the dynamic health care environment, ensuring that you can recommend constructive change and assimilate ethical, moral, spiritual, and professional concepts into your nursing practice. The RN-BSN program integrates your previous nursing experience and knowledge, while helping you advance your personal, professional, and educational goals.

Overview

Format

Accelerated classes meet online, courses start every 6 weeks

Program Length

15 months

Credit Hours

30 credit hours (and 60 required practicum hours)

Start Dates

September 30, 2019

November 11, 2019

January 06, 2020

February 17, 2020

Total Cost

Tuition per Credit Hour

$455

Credit Hours to Complete

Approximate Total Due

$13,650*

*Nursing Core Only

Tuition Payment Options

Curriculum

Course Descriptions

Commonly Asked Questions

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What are the admission requirements for the RN-BSN program?

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Is there a bridge program for nursing?

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How many practicum hours are required for my program?

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How and when do I get started?

Program Cost Details

Payment Policy for courses that begin on or after July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019

Payment Options

Option A – Financial Aid

Students must make arrangements to apply for federal financial aid through Olivet Nazarene University. To inquire about financial aid please call 815-939-5245.

Option B – Payment Plan

Students have the option to make monthly installments for the balance each term. Payment amounts will vary depending on the number of credit hours in the term. Please contact the Student Financial Services team at studentfinance@olivet.edu or 815-939-5245 for more details.

Option C – Approximate for Total Package

Total package price may be paid in full by check, cashier's check, Discover, Visa, or MasterCard, and is due prior to the first day of class. Credit/debit card payments are subject to a 2% service charge. Total due depends on the number of courses taken in the academic year. Please contact the Student Financial Services team at studentfinance@olivet.edu or 815-939-5245 for more details.

GEN ED/Electives: Olivet requires all undergraduate students to take two upper level Bible courses in addition to any general education and/or elective courses needed to reach the required 128 credit hours for graduation. The Bible courses, gen ed, and elective courses outside of Applied Science Core and Applied Science Electives tracks will be charged at a rate of $275 per credit hour for 100-200 level courses and $425 per credit hour for 300-500 level courses.

Program Cost Disclaimer: While tuition is the main driver in the cost of your program, you should note that there are additional educational costs not charged directly by the University. These additional costs vary by program and include, but are not limited to, textbooks and other program specific fees.

Note: Totals may vary depending on actual number of courses required.

Please reference the Olivet Nazarene University Catalog regarding refund policies: (http://catalog.olivet.edu/content.php?catoid=5&navoid=292)

*** Financial arrangements must be complete by the term start date. Refer to options: A, B, or C ***

Questions regarding payment options can be answered by contacting the Student Financial Services office at studentfinance@olivet.edu or 815-939-5245.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN – BSN)