Starting in Fall 2025, the RN-BSN program will admit once a year in the fall.

At Oakland University, RN’s can complete their BSN degree in one year — delivered completely online — with a competitive program rate and no fees. You’ll learn from distinguished members of the nursing community in a curriculum designed for your success.  Deepen your knowledge of patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, information technology and culturally competent care.

You can complete the 32-credit RN to BSN program in as few as 12 months for $9,995. (Get more information on OU's Cost of Attendance used to determine financial aid eligibility.)

Don’t just get any nursing degree — get a degree from Oakland University, an established leader in nursing education.

• 32-credit program rate
• Transfer-friendly
• No fees
• Delivered 100% online
• Interact with faculty who are highly regarded in the field
• Quality curriculum
• Personalized options to advance your career
• Excellent preparation for future graduate education opportunities

Admissions Requirements

Students seeking admission to the RN-BSN track must first apply to Oakland University through the OU Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The School of Nursing will verify the applicant’s unrestricted RN license. Students admitted to the RN-BSN track will be required to meet all Oakland University general education requirements and should seek guidance regarding transcript evaluation and obtaining the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) through the School of Nursing Academic Advising office.

• Admission to the RN-BSN track at Oakland University occurs once a year, during the Fall semester. 
• Applicants must have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) and who possess a valid and unrestricted RN license. 
• A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from the student’s ADN program is required for unconditional admission to the RN-BSN track. 

Applicants who have been dismissed from a BSN completion program or who have ever received two (or more) grades in nursing courses below B- must obtain SON permission to apply to the BSN Degree Completion Sequence (RN-BSN Track). For more information, contact SON Academic Advising.

Please visit our  Information Session page for upcoming opportunities to learn more about the program. 

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