Military and Veteran Nursing Programs
Chamberlain is committed to providing quality and accessible nursing education that serves you as a nurse and as a member of our nation's military community. Our team is with you every step of the way, providing the information you need to make the decisions that best serve you.
Dedicated Military Support and Advising
Chamberlain's Military Enrollment Specialists are familiar with military and veteran benefits, and can walk you through the process of utilizing your benefits at our University.
Military to BSN Option
Earn Your Degree in as Few as 3 Years
The Military to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) option is designed for those who wish to transition from a healthcare role in the military to a civilian role as a registered nurse. The Military to BSN Option is currently offered at Chamberlain's Jacksonville campuses.
Credit for Military Training
Chamberlain recognizes the valuable knowledge, training and experience gained through service.
Students in the Military to BSN Option will take three military-specific courses that bridge the gap between previously gained knowledge, skills and abilities and the expected learning outcomes in the BSN program’s foundational courses.
Upon successful completion, students will receive an additional 13 proficiency credit hours though Chamberlain’s College Military Articulation Plan (CMAP), allowing them the opportunity to earn their degree in as few as six semesters of full-time study.
Admission Criteria
Applicants must meet all 3-Year BSN admission requirements. In addition,
applicants must also:
- Be a veteran of the United States military (honorably discharged and provide a DD form 214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty” showing proof of healthcare specialist rating) or be serving in active duty status with the United States military and provide proof of healthcare specialist rating
- Be classified with a healthcare specialist rating (Navy HM, AF 4NOX1C, Army 68W) while serving in the military
- Submit proof of a minimum of the equivalent of two years of full-time experience as a healthcare specialist or comparable role within the past three years
- Complete and receive transfer credit for the following courses:
- BIOS-251: Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab
- BIOS-252: Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab
- BIOS-255: Anatomy & Physiology III with Lab
- BIOS-256: Anatomy & Physiology IV with Lab
- CHEM-120: Introduction to General, Organic & Biological Chemistry with Lab
- BIOS-242: Fundamentals of Microbiology with Lab
- MATH-114: Algebra for College Students
- PSYC-110: Psychology
Dedicated Support and Advising for Military Members, Spouses and Veterans
Our team of representatives is experienced with military benefits and financing options, and provide you with support from enrollment through graduation.
Contact a Military Nursing Enrollment Specialist at 855-SALUTE-U (855-725-8838) to learn more about your military benefits and what it’s like to be a Chamberlain College of Nursing student.
Post-Licensure Programs
Advance your healthcare career
Military Tuition Rates
Chamberlain offers qualified registered nurses special military tuition rates.*These tuition rates vary depending on military status (such as veteran, active duty and military spouses).
RN to BSN Degree Completion Option
Military Status | Cost/Credit Hr |
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Active Duty | $250 |
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$430 |
MSN Degree Program and Graduate Certificate Programs
Military Status | Cost/Credit Hr |
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$550 |
DNP Degree Program
Military Status | Cost/Credit Hr |
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$635 |
MPH Degree Program
Military Status | Cost/Credit Hr |
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$465 |
*Military rate is defined as active duty, veterans, retired military, Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs employees and spouses of active duty/veteran/retired military. Effective August 13, 2018, discharge status must not be dishonorable, bad conduct or uncharacterized.
Personalized Financial Help
Speak directly with one of our Military Enrollment Specialists, call 855-SALUTE-U (855-725-8838) to get started today!
For the most current information on tuition and fees visit chamberlain.edu/tuition.
Advanced Standing by Proficiency Testing for California Military Personnel
Eligible active duty and military veterans applying to a Chamberlain University California campus with previous knowledge, training and experience as healthcare specialists may be able to demonstrate achievement of pre-licensure BSN course outcomes through proficiency examinations per California Code of Regulation 1423.1(a)(1)(2)(3), 1430 and Business and Professions Code 2786.1(a)(b)(c).
Eligible students who feel that course material has been mastered may request a Chamberlain proficiency examination for any course in the pre-licensure BSN curriculum, provided they have not previously attempted the proficiency exam. Nursing proficiency examinations must be completed in the order of course sequencing set forth on the curriculum plan. Some courses will require completion of a standardized assessment and/or a comprehensive skills checklist in order to validate previously acquired knowledge/skill. Proficiency exams may only be attempted one time and coursework satisfied by a Chamberlain proficiency exam cannot be repeated for a grade. Contact an academic support advisor for more information.
Eligible Criteria:
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Be a veteran of the United States military (honorably discharged and provide a DD form 214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty” showing proof of healthcare specialist rating) or
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Be serving in active duty status with the United States military and provide proof of healthcare specialist rating or
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Be classified with a healthcare specialist rating (i.e., Navy HM, AF 4N0X1, Army 68W) while serving in the military
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Submit proof of a minimum of 2 years or equivalent experience as a healthcare specialist or comparable role within the past 3 years
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