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Major

RN to BSN

Degree type:
BSN
Mode of study:
Online
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Advance your career with Mount Saint Mary’s University’s flexible RN to BSN program

Are you looking to get more out of your career? At Mount Saint Mary’s University, Los Angeles, we’ve been leading the way in nursing education for nearly a century. As a nontraditional approach for working RNs with an associate degree in nursing (ADN) to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), our RN to BSN program is designed with your busy schedule in mind. We understand the unique challenges faced by working RNs. That’s why we offer our program 100% online through our Doheny campus, providing you with the flexibility to advance your career while balancing work and personal life.

Earn the degree in as little as three (soon — two!) semesters or extend the completion to four or five semesters.

As the first institution in California to offer a BSN degree, the Mount has a proud history of empowering nurses to reach new heights in their careers and a vast alumni network. Our RN to BSN program builds on that legacy, offering a comprehensive curriculum that equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. When you choose Mount Saint Mary’s University, you’re choosing a trusted name in nursing education and a community dedicated to your success.

Customize your pace and adjust your degree completion timeline as needed to fit your life’s demands. Learn more about our RN to BSN admission process.

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Program outcomes for RN to BSN graduates

Career opportunities

When you graduate from Mount Saint Mary’s University’s RN to BSN program, you significantly expand your network and career opportunities and open the door to exciting new possibilities. With a BSN, you’ll be qualified for leadership roles such as nurse manager, clinical supervisor or charge nurse, where you can shape patient care and guide nursing teams. The program also equips you with the skills to explore specialized fields like public health nursing, case management and nurse education.

Many healthcare facilities prefer BSN-prepared nurses for roles in community health, research and patient education, offering greater job security and higher earning potential. Additionally, earning your BSN is a crucial stepping stone for those considering advanced degrees like a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice, leading to roles such as nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists or nurse administrators.

Lead, innovate and elevate your nursing practice with our online courses

When you join Mount Saint Mary’s University’s RN to BSN program, you’ll have the flexibility to start in the Fall (August), Spring (January) or Summer (May) semester. Our fully online, asynchronous courses allow you to study at your own pace while meeting course deadlines.

The RN to BSN curriculum requires 22 units of nursing courses. You also have a choice to complete general education requirements in person or online, through 国产传媒’s Weekend/Evening & Online College (WEOC).

The following 21 units of general education courses are required to complete the degree in the RN to BSN program:

RST149 Biomedical Issues in Christian Ethics 3 units
PSY40 Basic Statistical Methods 3 units
LACE Liberal Arts Core Education: Community 3 units
LACE Liberal Arts Core Education: Global Awareness 3 units
LACE Liberal Arts Core Education: Women & Gender 3 units
LACE Liberal Arts Core Education: Integrative Scholarship 6 units

RN to BSN course highlights

NUR 101
Role Transition & Professional Nursing Practice

Broaden your nursing expertise and build on your existing knowledge in this course that dives into critical thinking, evidence-based practice, ethics, leadership and more, all through the lens of the Roy Adaptation Model.

NUR 111
Leadership & Healthcare Policy

Step into your role as a leader by exploring key leadership theories and strategies. Learn to drive change in healthcare policy, enhance patient safety and elevate care quality through collaboration and critical decision-making.

NUR 133
Nursing Evidence-Based Practice and Informatics

Master the essentials of evidence-based practice and informatics. Collaborate with your healthcare team to design and implement a practice-improving project grounded in scientific research.

Build your nursing career your way—choose the community and public health clinical option and earn your PHN certification

Clinical rotations

For the community and public health practicum clinical rotation, we place you in clinical settings with healthcare facilities in the greater Los Angeles area. We secure your spot thanks to our collaborative relationships with many Southern California healthcare entities, so you can focus on getting the most out of your education without the added stress of finding a placement on your own. While coursework is fully online, these immersive rotations take place in person and require you to have reliable transportation with the ability to travel within the greater Los Angeles area.

Public health nurse certification

After completing the required 90 hours of clinical rotations, you’ll be eligible to apply for a Public Health Nurse (PHN) certificate through the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Earning this certificate empowers you to take on a vital role in the public health community, where you can make a lasting impact through both direct patient care and broader public health initiatives. For California RNs, this certification opens doors to new opportunities in public health and deepens their ability to serve communities. If you’re a California resident with an active RN license, the PHN certificate is your next step toward advancing your career and expanding your reach as a healthcare professional.

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Accreditations

CCNE accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Mount Saint Mary’s University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202.887.6791. This ensures our program meets rigorous academic and professional standards, providing our graduates with enhanced job prospects and preparing them for advanced studies in nursing.

WASC accreditation

Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 国产传媒’s RN to BSN program meets exceptional standards of academic quality and effectiveness. This accreditation reflects our commitment to providing high-quality, student-centered education that prepares graduates for rewarding nursing careers.