How Long Does It Take to Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing?

There are many paths to becoming a certified, practicing nurse, and the road you choose will depend on your experience, existing qualifications and career goals. If you are exploring your options for becoming a nurse, Chamberlain University is a great place to start.

Chamberlain is proud to have the largest Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program in the country. For more than 130 years, we have prepared aspiring nurses to pursue their calling to care for others. Our BSN degree program offers learning options that will allow you to earn your degree in as little as three years.

Why Earn Your Bachelor’s in Nursing at Chamberlain?

While there are a few different options to earn your BSN degree at Chamberlain, all Chamberlain-prepared nurses complete the same rigorous curriculum and graduate prepared to confidently practice in healthcare settings. All Chamberlain BSN degree program options feature support and systems to help you succeed.

Mentorship: Our faculty are experts in their areas of specialization, and they are passionate about the field of nursing. They work one-on-one to ensure students are meeting expectations and staying on track toward their goals. As a student, you will find faculty mentors who will guide you in and outside of the classroom, building relationships and networks.

Support: Chamberlain is committed to your success. As a student, you will find dedicated support services, faculty mentorship, and guidance for completing important milestones, such as passing your nursing licensure exams. All nursing students complete NCLEX prep courses to ensure they can sit for exams with confidence.

Hands-On Learning: It’s important for all nurses to enter the field with practical experience helping real patients. Chamberlain nurses are prepared in hands-on simulation labs as well as in-person clinical experiences.

How Long Does It Take to Earn My BSN From Chamberlain?

The Chamberlain Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program can be completed in as few as three years, and there are three completion options to choose from:

Campus Hybrid¹

The hybrid option features in-person learning and online coursework. Classes are offered during weekdays, and you will complete simulation labs on campus. You will also attend your clinicals weekly. If you attend the Campus Hybrid option full time, you can earn your BSN in three years.

Evening-Weekend²

This program option offers you more flexibility to learn on your own schedule. The program features in-person and online coursework, with classes held on campus in the evenings and on weekends. Similarly, labs are also held in-person and virtually. And as for clinicals, they are held on campus, once a week. If you choose the Evening-Weekend option and attend full time, you can earn your BSN in three years.

Online

The online 3-year BSN option is designed for students who cannot easily commute to a Chamberlain campus. Coursework is completed 100% online, with online classes taking place during the week. While labs are hosted virtually, all online BSN students must complete in-person skills checks throughout their program. Clinical locations are available in more than 20 states. If you attend full time, the online BSN program can be completed in as few as three years.

How Do I Complete My BSN in Less Than Three Years?

There are a few ways to earn your BSN at Chamberlain in less than three years if you attend year-round and on a full-time schedule.

The RN to BSN program is delivered online and can be completed in one year. As a student in the RN to BSN program, you will complete three assignments per course, and you will not be required to take any exams — your proficiency is evaluated only through your coursework. If you are a practicing RN and cannot attend full time, you still have options. The program can be completed part time or one course at a time on a longer schedule.

If you completed a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing, you can transfer your undergraduate credits into the BSN Online Option and complete your degree faster. Depending on your experience, you may be able to skip some foundational coursework and get to nursing courses sooner than you would without transfer credits. If you transfer credits and complete the program on a full-time schedule, you will be on track to finish in less than three years.

Pursue Your Calling as a Nurse

Do you feel the calling to pursue a healthcare career? Let’s talk. Chamberlain’s nursing programs can prepare you to care for others, and while you are earning your degree, we will care for you. Speak to one of our dedicated Enrollment Representatives today.

Chamberlain University, an HLC-accredited institution, offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and certificate programs in nursing and healthcare professions. With a growing network of campuses and robust online programs, Chamberlain continues to build on more than 130 years of excellence in preparing extraordinary healthcare professionals.

¹Exceptions may occur in the hybrid standardized course delivery model by a specific campus location.

²Available in select markets.

By Chamberlain University