Get the Most Out of Your Transfer Credits
As an RN, you’re coming to Chamberlain with valuable education and experience. We are committed to helping you maximize your transfer credits and to making the transfer process seamless.
RN to BSN Option Full Curriculum: 122 credit hours
- As an RN with an associate degree or diploma in nursing and a current, active RN license, you will be awarded 77 proficiency credits for your previous educational experience.
- This leaves 45 credit hours. At least 30 credit hours must be completed with Chamberlain — which means you can still transfer in up to 15 additional qualifying credits.
To understand how many of your credits will transfer, speak to our Admission team and they will guide you through the process.
*Students in Virginia must complete 37 credit hours with Chamberlain
RN to BSN Transfer FAQ
What is a proficiency credit?
We value your experience at Chamberlain - you’ll earn a minimum of 77 credits (known as proficiency credits) for your education and clinical experience as a registered nurse towards your RN to BSN.
Can I transfer in additional credits?
Yes - you’ll have your transcript assessed for transfer credits that can cut down on general education courses. The median RN BSN online student entering in the 2020/21 school year, started with 89 credit hours through proficiency and transfer credit. Learn more in our RN to BSN Transfer Guide.
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Your Tuition Explained
Learn how transfer credits, scholarships and special tuition rates reduce tuition costs.
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RN to BSN Program Tuition & Expenses
Understand your costs and how to finance your nursing education
After our Admission team helps determine your qualifying transfer credits, you will be better prepared to determine your total program costs. We believe in your potential and are dedicated to helping you achieve your education goals. Scholarships and grants are our way of investing in your future. Our Admission team will work with you to determine what types of grants and scholarships you may qualify for.
- Grants and Scholarships
99% of RNBSN graduates in 2023-24 received financial assistance from Chamberlain - Special Tuition Rates
Chamberlain University offers special tuition rates to 11,000+ partner locations across the U.S. - Military-Affiliated Rates
We reserve special rates for our military community: active duty service members, veterans and retired military, Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs employees, and spouses of active duty/veteran/retired military.
View the total program cost and a breakdown of the tuition and expenses. Program revisions may impact total tuition for readmitted students.
*Average tuition based on 12 transfer or proficiency credits beyond the CCAP. and average institutional aid granted to currently enrolled students. Books and fees not included.
**For those who qualify
Chamberlain RN to BSN Program Tuition FAQs
What kind of financial aid is available?
Financial aid is available in the form of federal and private loans, scholarships, grants and work study, for those who qualify. Learn more about scholarship opportunities.
How can I better understand my total costs?
We encourage you to use the Tuition page, which can provide a breakdown of costs, or request information to connect with our admissions team for personalized advising.
Do hospitals pay for RN to BSN? Can my employer, community college or nursing association provide any tuition benefits?
Speak with your employer to see if tuition reimbursement may be available. You can also explore if you’re eligible for exclusive savings for our RN to BSN online program through one of hundreds of partnerships.
How much is Chamberlain’s online RN to BSN program?
View the total program cost and a breakdown of the tuition and expenses. The per-credit-hour tuition rate will remain frozen through 2023. Program revisions may impact total tuition for readmitted students.
RN to BSN Curriculum FAQ
What classes are needed for the RN to BSN?
RN to BSN online courses include Foundational Concepts for the Practicing RN, Collaborative Leadership in Healthcare, Community, Public, and Population Health Nursing, Evidence-Based Practice, and more. View the curriculum for the online RN to BSN program here.
How many credits are needed for the RN to BSN?
Practice experiences are woven throughout RN to BSN online program and can often be accomplished on the job, at your workplace. This means you will have professional clinical experiences, but will not experience clinical rotations like you did when you went to school to become a nurse. Students who reside in the state of Tennessee will experience a more traditional clinical experience as part of their Community Health Nursing course.
How do I take exams?
Chamberlain doesn’t have exams in our nursing RN to BSN courses. In general education classes, exams aren’t proctored – you will have time to complete these around your schedule, and exams are open book.
Why do I have to take liberal arts and sciences courses in the RN to BSN program?
Liberal arts and sciences courses are a part of any bachelor’s degree program. They are meant to broaden and deepen your learning experience which will in turn enhance your professional practice as a nurse.
Choosing Between Online RN to BSN Degree and RN to MSN Programs?
Explore the differences between BSN, MSN and accelerated MSN options
RN-BSN Option
BSN curriculum, 100% online coursework plus a direct care component that fits your busy schedule
Good for Nurses who
- Value Flexibility
- Want to finish in 3 semesters
- Want control over studying pace
- Have an active RN license
Details
- BSN degree earned
- No Specialization
- Receive 77 proficiency credits
RN-BSN to MSN
Enables RNs to advance their education and careers while being cost and time effective
Good for Nurses who
- Value efficiency
- Want to finish in 8 semesters
- Want two degrees with specialization
- Have an active RN license
Details
- BSN and MSN Degree Earned
- 9 MSN specialty tracks
- Receive 77 proficiency credits
RN-MSN Accelerated
RNs advance their degrees without getting bogged down by prerequisites.
Good for Nurses who
- Value expediency
- Want to finish in 4 semesters
- Achieved at least a 3.0 GPA
- Have an active RN license
Details
- MSN Degree Earned
- No proficiency credits needed
Go from RN to BSN online and on your time, apply to Chamberlain to start the next step in your career.
Application fee waiver not permitted in Georgia
How We Support You, So You Can Succeed
As a busy working nurse, you need a program that supports you. That’s why our program has 100% online coursework with a direct care component, online resource tools and faculty who are ready to help.
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Why More Nurses Choose Chamberlain
- 4.0 Grading Scale
Unlike a competency-based education program, Chamberlain evaluates students on a 4.0 GPA scale, making the transition to graduate programs more seamless. We offer an alumni discount for our graduate programs, as well as the bespoke faculty support you’ve come to know. - Founding Partnership with DAISY
Chamberlain University partners with The DAISY Foundation to provide scholarships for nursing students who have demonstrated extraordinary skill and patient care. We honor their commitment to nursing and want to help them reach their educational goals. - Chamberlain Care®
We nurture a culture of care at Chamberlain. Throughout our students’ academic journeys, they are supported by faculty who recognize their potential and teach them the skills, competencies and knowledge they need to be successful.
We Have Your Back
You’re never alone at Chamberlain
We understand that as a busy nurse you have professional and personal commitments, so you need an RN to BSN program that provides support resources to meet you where you are. That’s why we designed our RN to BSN program with and for working nurses, so that your education can fit your life:
- 24/7 access to online Student Resource Center with writing tools, technology resources, English language learner resources and much more.
- Engaged faculty with an open-door policy. Call, text or email, and faculty will get back to you within 24 hours during the week and 48 hours on the weekend.
- Questions are always encouraged, and you can ask anytime. There are also optional live meet-and-greets with faculty, or you can set up one-on-one sessions to screenshare and review topics.
Caring Faculty
Faculty provide you with personalized support - responding to you within 24 hours on weekdays and 48 hours on the weekend.
Support Team
From Day 1 - we've got you. With access to the IT helpdesk, online library, tutoring and career services, we're always one phone call away.
Success Strategies
Once you apply, you'll have access to Chamberlain Care Student Success Strategies, which provides information on time management, scholarly writing, using the library, and more.
Preview Week
Before you start the program, you can participate in our preview week. You’ll have the opportunity to view your classes in advance and get comfortable with the online learning environment.
Still have questions about the online RN to BSN program?
We know that as a working nurse you have a busy schedule and patients and colleagues who rely on you. Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is a big step in your nursing education journey and we’re here to support you.
If you’re an RN with an associate degree or diploma, you can complete your BSN degree in as few as three semesters. Our CCNE-accredited* RN to BSN program has 100% online coursework plus a direct care component, with convenient scheduling, a focus on core content that is readily applicable to professional settings and the opportunity to work and network with peers who share many of your professional experiences, values and goals.
Our RN to BSN program has flexibility built in, with 24/7 access to coursework and no mandatory login times. We value your expertise as an RN and provide up to 77 proficiency credits for your previous educational experience. We don’t give tests because we believe your mastery of material can be demonstrated through your coursework. Still have questions? We’d love to tell you more about our RN to BSN program!
* The baccalaureate degree in nursing program, master's degree in nursing program, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post graduate APRN certificate program at Chamberlain University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Can I complete my RN to BSN degree online?
Chamberlain’s RN to BSN option has 100% online coursework plus a direct care component. The program is designed with — and for — working nurses. Our program offers 24/7 flexibility, structure to help you keep pace and a community that will lift you up and guide you through. Our CCNE-accredited* program is the one of the largest RN to BSN program in the United States, and we’ve made sure that your life and your work do not have to be put on hold when pursuing your BSN degree.
How long are RN to BSN programs?
Chamberlain’s RN to BSN program can be completed in as few as three semesters., However, students can control the pace of their studies, so program completion may take longer depending on each student’s needs. For example, students can pursue part-time options or even take one course at a time.
Chamberlain has designed our RN to BSN program to be customizable to your needs as a working nurse. We know that you are busy, so we created our program with 100% online coursework plus a direct care component to fit you, your life and your schedule. In other words, we let you decide what works best for you!
Regardless, you’ll be in good company: Chamberlain is the largest nursing school in the United States, and our community of more than 160,000 students, faculty and alumni share your calling.
What are the potential benefits of completing an RN to BSN degree?
When you complete your online RN to BSN degree, you’ll be ready for increased responsibilities and broader opportunities, including evaluating a patient’s condition and providing medicine and treatment; creating plans for patient care and contributing to existing care plans; consulting with doctors and analyzing test results. A BSN degree can prepare you for future roles and enhance your career opportunities. Learn more about our RN to BSN program today: You’ll be in a community that shares your calling to care.
Earn your RN to BSN online from an accredited nursing school
Join a Proudly Accredited Institution
Chamberlain has university accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and baccalaureate degree program in nursing accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).† Chamberlain continuously earns new approvals from respected agencies across the nation.
Chamberlain University confers online degrees from its Main Campus in Addison, IL.
For a complete list, check out our authorizations or view our approvals in your state.
Distinguished Recognitions
National League for Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing was named a Center of Excellence™ in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing for promoting the pedagogical expertise of faculty.
The DAISY Foundation
Chamberlain University is a proud partner of The DAISY Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to recognizing extraordinary nurses for their skill, kindness and compassion provided to their patients and families.
RN to BSN FAQs
What Is RN BSN?
If you are a registered nurse with an active RN license looking to earn your BSN, Chamberlain's online RN to BSN option can help prepare you for the next step in your education.
What does RN to BSN mean?
RN to BSN is an academic program for registered nurses (RNs) who have a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing and would like to advance to the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) level. Not yet a registered nurse? Check out our 3-Year Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Can you do RN to BSN online?
Yes! Coursework for the nursing RN to BSN Option is 100% online plus a direct care component. There are no mandatory login times – you can work on weekly assignments when your schedule allows.
Do hospitals pay for RN to BSN? Can my employer, community college or nursing association provide any tuition benefits?
Speak with your employer to see if tuition reimbursement may be available. You can also explore if you’re eligible for exclusive savings for our RN to BSN online program through one of hundreds of partnerships.
What are the RN to BSN admission requirements?
To apply to Chamberlain’s RN to BSN Option, you must have a nursing diploma or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by either the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education.
Other requirements include a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, and a current, active, unrestricted RN license in the U.S. or in a jurisdiction that is an associate member of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Talk to a Chamberlain Enrollment Representative to learn more.
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