Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing, R.N. to B.S.N.
Program overview
St. Francis College is now offering a flexible online RN to BSN program, that can be completed in as little as two semesters! Study full time or part time with a curriculum designed for the working registered nurse. All courses in the SFC RN to BSN program are fully online and asynchronous; our program is designed for registered nurses who are actively working. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or both, you will have continuous access to all course materials and assignments.
WHY St. FRANCIS COLLEGE
WHY St. FRANCIS COLLEGE
According to the AACN, more than 70% of employers express a strong preference for bachelor-prepared nurses. Our RN to BSN curriculum builds upon prior nursing education and clinical experience, emphasizing advanced competencies in leadership, population health, evidence-based practice, healthcare policy, and interprofessional collaboration.
To support student success and ensure program quality, the program is guided by a comprehensive Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP) aligned with Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation standards. This data-driven framework promotes continuous improvement through the monitoring of key performance indicators such as retention, progression, completion rates, and baccalaureate-level competency achievement.
In addition, a proactive student support model incorporates early alert systems, academic advising, tutoring, and structured remediation to ensure timely intervention and promote student persistence. Faculty engagement in ongoing assessment, curriculum refinement, and evidence-based teaching practices further enhances program effectiveness.
Collectively, these elements establish a flexible, high-quality program designed to support working nurses in advancing their education, strengthening professional practice, and meeting evolving workforce and healthcare system demands—while maintaining full regulatory and accreditation compliance.
St. Francis College can help you level up your career—at just $475 per credit.
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
The RN to BSN curriculum is designed as a flexible, upper-division program that builds upon the foundational knowledge and clinical experience of licensed registered nurses, advancing their competencies toward professional nursing practice at the baccalaureate level. Students can complete the RN-BSN program in as little as two semesters. The curriculum emphasizes key domains such as evidence-based practice, health assessment across the lifespan, nursing research, healthcare informatics, and professional communication. Additional coursework in Nursing Theory, Role Development, Leadership, and Population Health supports the transition from technical to professional nursing practice. Rather than focusing on entry-level clinical skill acquisition, the program emphasizes the application of prior clinical experience to broader system-level thinking and population-based care. Practice experiences are incorporated through community-based projects, case studies, and applied learning activities that strengthen clinical reasoning and decision-making in diverse healthcare environments.
The program is intentionally structured to integrate theory with practice through applied assignments and, where applicable, practicum experiences in community or leadership settings. Leadership, research utilization, and evidence-based practice are woven throughout the curriculum to prepare graduates for expanded roles in nursing practice and healthcare delivery. This cohesive curriculum ensures that students develop advanced critical thinking, professional leadership, and population health competencies, positioning them for career advancement and graduate education while maintaining alignment with Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education standards and New York State Education Department requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
60 transfer credits with a GPA of 3.0
An unencumbered RN license
Pre-Requisite Course- 3 credits
MAT 2301 Statistics
Major Requirements- 27 credits
NUR 3311 Geriatric Nursing
NUR 3321 Physical Assessment
NUR 4600 Nursing Research
Nur 3001 Nursing Informatics
NUR 4421Community Health Virtual Lab
NUR -4422 Community Health Lecture
NUR 4323 Professional Nursing Virtual Lab
NUR 4324 Professional Nursing Lecture
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Below is a list of potential career opportunities for nurses who attain their Bachelor’s degree. Projected salaries for a bachelor prepared registered nurses in New York City is currently >110k annually!
Operating Room/Perioperative Nurse
Critical Care/ICU Nurse
Emergency Room Nurse
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Medical-Surgical Nurse
Nurse Manager
Case Manager
Public Health Nurse
Home Health Nurse
Hospice Nurse
Oncology Nurse
Clinical Nurse Educator