R.N. to B.S.N. Program

The UMKC School of Nursing offers a unique integrated program that takes into account the multiple roles adult learners must balance. This program merges the challenges of everyday work experiences with integrated learning blocks and applications to clinical practice. Student support is enhanced through the utilization of cohort groups. This program has both on-site and on-line options. However, students enrolled in N-401 (Health Assessment) are required to attend a four day ‘Boot Camp’/Final that is held On-Site at the School of Nursing during the week of Finals.

This accredited program provides registered nurses the opportunity to complete their bachelor’s degree.

Program Admission Requirements


Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements for admission to the School of Nursing:
  • Graduation from a state board of nursing-approved school of nursing;
  • Current licensure as a registered nurse in the United States and eligibility for licensure in Missouri; and
  • Cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale) from the basic school of nursing and all previous/subsequent college coursework.

General Education Requirements

Students complete a total of 56 hours in general education coursework. UMKC requires that all students complete a three-hour constitution course. Courses that currently satisfy this requirement include History 101, History 102, History 360R or Political Science 210. In addition, students must complete English Composition I & II; a three credit hour Philosophy course; Statistics (upper division); and Pathophysiology (upper division). All of these courses can be completed at UMKC as part of their program requirements.

Lower-Division Nursing Requirements

Twenty-eight hours of lower-division nursing credits may be obtained by (1) direct transfer from an associate degree program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting body; or (2) successful completion of specified core nursing courses for graduates of the diploma programs or non-accredited associate degree programs.

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Sample Plans of Study

Application Check-off for the RN-B.S.N. program (RN Completion program)
  • Must meet admission criteria
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  • Have an official transcript mailed from each institution attended to:
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           UMKC - Office of Admissions
           120 Administrative Center
           5100 Rockhill Road
           Kansas City, MO 64110-2499

  • Sign and submit the Personal Responsibility Form


    • Still have questions? Please contact the School of Nursing advising office.