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RN to BS in Nursing

Stand Out in the Nursing Field

With the increasingly changing healthcare industry, you know the need for distinguished and skilled nurses has never been more prevalent. Norwich University’s online RN to BS in Nursing degree program addresses the specific learning needs to deepen your nursing knowledge, leadership skills and evidence-based practice to better serve your patients, the community and career.*

Experience a learning environment with the flexibility needed for working nurses like you. Work around your busy schedule with Norwich’s 100% online classroom and several start dates per year. Build on your degree – Norwich allows you to fast-track to Norwich’s Master of Science in Nursing program upon completing the BS in Nursing program.

Whether you want to enhance your skills, prepare for a master’s degree, or expand into a different healthcare field, your Norwich degree can provide you with the necessary means to help improve skills in diagnosing and evaluating nursing interventions and positively impact patient outcomes.

*Norwich’s RN to BS in Nursing is designed for nurses holding an unencumbered RN license issued in the U.S. or in a jurisdiction that is an associate member of the National Council of States Boards of Nursing.

Next Undergraduate Session Start Dates: 

FALL B: October 20, 2025

SPRING A: January 12, 2026

SPRING B: March 9, 2026 

Next Undergraduate Session Application Deadlines: 

FALL B: October 10, 2025

WINTER A: January 2, 2026

SPRING B: February 27, 2026

Quick Info

100%

Online

Courses completed entirely online

90

Credits

Transfer up to 90 credits

18

Months

Average time to program completion

Alumni Testimonials

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I will take the lessons I have learned and impart them to the youth of this country brave enough to volunteer to serve their country.

Joshua Gendron

'23 Bachelor of Science in Management Studies

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The Norwich Honor Code has always strongly influenced me, particularly the concept of integrity and doing the right thing even when no one is looking. That strongly carries into my work and how I interact with my patients.

Heather Cohen

'22 Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Educator

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Alaxey Germanovich

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Staff Sergeant Alaxey Germanovich

Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis

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Joshua Hartley

'16 Computer Security & Information Assurance

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I enjoy studying with students who are also veterans and learning from military leaders. What sealed the deal was Norwich's online cybersecurity program. I was able to transfer most of my credits and found working with the faculty to be very easy.

Jared Fox

'25 Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

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Joshua Hartley

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Faculty & Staff

Join professionals from around the globe and learn from experienced faculty as you complete your degree and open up new professional and personal possibilities for yourself.

Anne B. McLuckie

Anne Benjamin

Position(s):

  • MSN Clinical Placement Coordinator
  • Student Support Advisor

Admissions Details

At a Glance

  • Hold an unencumbered RN license 
    An associate degree in nursing 
    GPA of at least 3.0
    Multiple start dates per year

 

 

Contact Admissions

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT    
Extended hours available by appointment

Call: 1-888-409-1480  
learn@norwich.edu

Transfer Credits


We can evaluate your prior learning to help you maximize the number of transfer credits you bring into the RN to BS in Nursing program. A maximum of 90 credits may be awarded for transfer. 30 credits must be completed at Norwich University. 
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International Admissions


Norwich University welcomes students from all countries who want to study through our online programs. You must complete all steps in the admissions process.
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Norwich Alumni Benefits


Reconnect with Norwich to complete your master's degree. As a part of our alumni community, you are eligible for a $2,500 scholarship and other benefits.
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Non-Discrimination Statement

Norwich University, in compliance with Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, or physical handicap in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Meet one of the following criteria:
    • Prior college courses, completed with a grade of C or better, from regionally or nationally accredited institutions of higher learning, or the equivalent from a foreign institution, as evaluated by a NACES approved agency.
    • ACE-reviewed military or professional training for which college credits are recommended.*
    • Other military or professional training reviewed by Norwich University for which college credit has been assessed, or is stipulated in a MOU.
    • Credit recommended based on scores on standardized tests such as CLEP.
    • High school diploma or equivalent GED.
  • If English is not your first language, proof of English language proficiency is required. This can be demonstrated in one of three ways:
    • TOEFL - a minimum score of 550 (paper-based test) or 80 (Internet-based test) on the TOEFL is required unless otherwise noted in specific articulation agreements.**
    • IELTS – a minimum composite score of 6.5 is required.**
    • Successful completion of an associate’s degree from an accredited U.S. higher education institution.

*Prospective students who have completed military or professional training that has not been ACE reviewed may petition to Chair of Continuing Studies to have their training reviewed and assessed for transfer credit.

Please Note: All eligibility requirements are expected to be met unless noted in specific articulation agreements or memoranda of understanding (MOUs).

SPECIAL NOTE TO NORWICH UNIVERSITY RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS:

  • If you are a residential undergraduate student at Norwich University, you may enroll in CGCS courses only with written permission of the Dean of the College of Graduate of Continuing Studies, your undergraduate advisor, and your major undergraduate department chair and/or dean via the petition to enroll at CGCS form on the registrar's webpage.

Admissions Process

To apply, you must submit the following no less than four weeks prior to your desired start date:

  • Application form
  • Professional Resume outlining professional nursing experience.
  • Official military training transcripts (Joint Services Transcript/CCAF).
  • Statement of Intent outlining your experience, prior learning, and educational/career objectives.
  • Official transcripts of all courses taken at regionally accredited colleges (3.0 GPA or higher is required to be accepted to the program).
  • If entering with no military or college credit, applicants must show proof of high school completion via diploma or GED.
  • Must have an associate’s degree in nursing from a regionally or nationally accredited institution and a nationally accredited nursing program.
  • Proof of an active, unencumbered RN license in your state of practice. 
     

Transcript Links

Mail transcripts to:
Norwich University
ATTN: CGCS
158 Harmon Drive
Northfield, VT 05663

For electronic delivery, we accept transcripts delivered from Parchment, National Clearing House, and other services if sent to cgcsamt@norwich.edu via password protection.

To contact an admissions advisor:

Call: 1-888-409-1480
Email: learn@norwich.edu

Norwich University Online's Bachelor's programs are an investment in your future that we can help you manage from a financial perspective. There are many ways to get financial assistance and many strategies that can help you achieve your goals. Whatever your individual situation, we can guide you through the financial planning process.

Tuition at a Glance
Credit Hours: 30-120
Credits per Term: 3-12
Cost Per Credit Hour: $250 - $375
Additional fees & military discounts may apply.


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Program Requirements

The RN to BS in Nursing program coursework will delve into professional research, care models, leadership, management, and participation in the policy process. During the program, you will complete the outlined core and capstone courses. The Norwich RN to BS in Nursing program consists of 120 total credits (including transfer credits).

For full course listings, requirements, and registration information, head to the Norwich University Course Catalog.

Accreditation & Recognition

Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education

Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing program at Norwich University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Norwich University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE-Accreditation).

The master's degree program in nursing at Norwich University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE-Accreditation).

The post-graduate APRN certificate program at Norwich University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE-Accreditation).

Online Accelerated Master's Pathways

Earn up to 12 graduate credits during your bachelor’s degree at Norwich to reduce the time and cost required to complete your master’s degree. 

Concurrent Enrollment Pathway

Concurrent enrollment allows you to take both undergraduate and graduate courses simultaneously, with a maximum of 12 credits shared between the undergraduate and graduate programs. Online concurrent enrollment programs include:

BS in CybersecurityMS in Cybersecurity

RN-BS in NursingMS in Nursing: Nurse Educator; Nurse Practitioner; Healthcare Systems Leadership

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