Northern Kentucky University RN to BSN Online

Tuition only $ 9,930*

Complete in as few as 10 months icon

Complete in as few as 10 months

CCNE accredited icon

CCNE accredited

Multiple start dates icon

Multiple start dates

Empower your nursing practice with a Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online from NKU!

Our accelerated RN to BSN online program builds on your professionalism and passion for helping others while equipping you with the critical-thinking skills and caring competencies to excel in your professional nursing practice.

Taught by the same faculty who teach on campus, this affordable CCNE-accredited program offers flexibility with features like multiple start dates, 7-week courses, and an accelerated completion time.

Applicants must have an RN license or obtain it prior to the first nursing course.

The RN-BSN program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Students who complete an associate degree in nursing at a non-accredited nursing program may be denied licensure or ability to practice in states outside of Kentucky.

Compare the value and flexibility of our rn to bsn

GPA Requirement
Tuition per credit hour, incl. fees
Number of Credits
Northern Kentucky University
2.5 GPA Requirement
$315* Tuition per credit hour, incl. fees
30 Number of Credits
Kent State University
2.0 GPA Requirement
$400 Tuition per credit hour, incl. fees
30 Number of Credits
University of Cincinnati
2.5 GPA Requirement
$595 Tuition per credit hour, incl. fees
27 Number of Credits

Source: University websites and Online Degree Database, ™ January 2024

CCNE Accredited

The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master’s degree in nursing, postgraduate APRN certificate, and Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice degree programs at Northern Kentucky University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Explore our in-depth Q&A to discover the many advantages of earning your RN to BSN degree online.

About NKU Nursing and Healthcare Online

Northern Kentucky University has always made students and their success a priority—whether on campus or online. We strive to develop compassionate nurse leaders and healthcare professionals who will be points of light in the future of healthcare. You will thrive in the innovative environment promoted by our experienced School of Nursing and School of Allied Health faculty and staff.

At NKU, we're here for you. Our online registered nursing and healthcare programs are progressive, student centered, and can be completed online at an accelerated pace. Expect an exceptional education on par with that found at private schools—at a fraction of their cost.

Build on your professionalism. Start your RN to BSN online today!

Or call 800-985-7215

Or call 800-985-7215

Build on your professionalism. Start your RN to BSN online today!

Or call 800-985-7215

Or call 800-985-7215

Explore our in-depth Q&A to discover the many advantages of earning your RN to BSN degree online.

About NKU Nursing and Healthcare Online

Northern Kentucky University has always made students and their success a priority—whether on campus or online. We strive to develop compassionate nurse leaders and healthcare professionals who will be points of light in the future of healthcare. You will thrive in the innovative environment promoted by our experienced School of Nursing and School of Allied Health faculty and staff.

At NKU, we're here for you. Our online registered nursing and healthcare programs are progressive, student centered, and can be completed online at an accelerated pace. Expect an exceptional education on par with that found at private schools—at a fraction of their cost.

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*Tuition shown is for the 30-credit-hour nursing program and does not include any additional courses that may be needed to meet the requirements for a bachelor’s degree, such as general education. Tuition and fees subject to change at any time.