RN-BSN FAQs

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  • What kind of RN degree can I have to apply to your program?

  • How long does it take to go from RN to B.S.N. (bachelor of science in nursing)?

  • What are the admission criteria for the RN-B.S.N. program?

  • What if I haven’t taken all the courses that are required for admission?

  • Are there clinicals with the RN-B.S.N. program?

  • Is it possible to work while I am getting my RN-B.S.N.?

  • Are there scholarships to help me?

    • Question: What kind of RN degree can I have to apply to your program?

    Answer: You must be an RN with either an associate degree or a diploma. Either must be from an accredited program and have successfully passed the NCLEX.

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    Question: How long does it take to go from RN to B.S.N. (bachelor of science in nursing)?

    Answer: The amount of time to complete the degree varies based on the amount of coursework transferred and the number of credit hours you are able to take per semester. Most students can complete the degree in two years if they are able to take three courses per semester. More information is available about plans of study.

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    Question: What are the admission criteria for the RN-B.S.N. program?

    Answer:
  • Graduation from an accredited RN program
  • Licensed to practice as an RN and eligibility to obtain a Missouri license
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Completion of English Composition I and II, a Philosophy or Logic course and a History course w/constitution component (If not completed, they can easily be taken as part of your program here at UMKC)

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    Question: What if I haven’t taken all the courses that are required for admission?

    Answer: If you haven’t completed all courses required for admission, you will still be considered for admission and can complete any missing coursework in conjunction with the program.

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    Question: Are there clinicals with the RN-B.S.N. program?

    Answer: The RN-B.S.N. program does not have traditional inpatient clinicals. There is a group Application to Practice project that will be completed when enrolled in N485 and N486.

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    Question: Is it possible to work while I am getting my RN-B.S.N.?

    Answer: This depends largely on how many credit hours the student takes and on course scheduling. All core nursing courses are now on-line which allows for more student flexibility. Students can complete this program anywhere between one course a semester through full time.

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    Question: Are there scholarships to help me?

    Answer: All students are encouraged to apply for federal financial aid, and in most cases, a federal financial aid application is required before students can be considered for other scholarships or grant opportunities.
  • UMKC Financial Aid Services (includes link to federal aid application)
  • UMKC Nursing Scholarships (Student must apply for federal financial aid to be considered)


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