Online RN to BSN

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Advance Your Nursing Career

Build on your clinical experience and prepare for the next step in your nursing career. Our flexible, 100% online program is designed for working registered nurses, helping you strengthen leadership skills, expand your practice opportunities and meet the growing demand for BSN-prepared nursing professionals.

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How to Apply

Applying to the online RN to BSN program is streamlined and straightforward. Review the admission requirements and follow the steps to apply and begin your path to a BSN.
  • Application Requirements

    Before applying to the RN-BSN program, ensure you meet the following criteria:

    • Licensed RN with a completed Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN).
    • Nurses with an accredited ADN and an active, unencumbered license are guaranteeed admission.

  • Application Process

    To apply, complete the online application:

    • Go to our online application
    • Select "Start a New Application"
    • Choose the "ONLINE BACHELOR DEGREE" tile
    • Select "RN BSN" under "Academic Major"
    • Complete the application (approximately 30 minutes to complete)
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  • Application Deadlines

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Online RN to BSN Courses

Build on your clinical experience and expand your impact as a professional nurse. This RN to BSN curriculum strengthens your skills in leadership, patient care and evidence-based practice while preparing you for today’s evolving healthcare environment and take on roles in areas like community health, education and specialized care.

  • NURS 301 – Issues & Trends in Health Care
    Examine the issues shaping modern healthcare and learn how to advocate for change and improve outcomes for diverse patient populations.
  • HMSM 302 – Structure of the U.S. Healthcare Delivery System
    Gain a clear understanding of how the U.S. healthcare system works, from policy and providers to patient access and advocacy.
  • HMSM 325 – Healthcare Information Management
    Explore how data, technology and informatics are transforming patient care and decision-making in today’s healthcare settings.
  • NURS 302 – Professional Nursing Role Transition
    Strengthen your professional identity by applying nursing theory, ethics and collaboration to real-world practice.
  • NURS 303 – Health Assessment
    Develop advanced assessment skills to evaluate whole-person health and identify risks across diverse patient populations.
  • NURS 304 – Transcultural Nursing Considerations
    Build the cultural competence needed to deliver respectful, effective care in an increasingly diverse healthcare environment.
  • NURS 305 – Research in Professional Nursing Practice
    Learn to interpret and apply research to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based practice.
  • NURS 306 – Community & Population Focused Nursing Care
    Apply public health principles to support communities, prevent disease and advocate for vulnerable populations.
  • NURS 307 – Leadership & Management in Nursing Practice
    Build leadership and management skills to guide teams, improve systems and drive meaningful change in healthcare settings.
View Curriculum: Nursing-BSN

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Investing in your education should feel manageable. Learn more about tuition and fees for your RN-BSN program and explore financial aid opportunities to help support your goals.
  • Tuition & Fees

  • Financial Aid for Online Programs

    Online students may be eligible for a variety of financial aid options to help make earning your degree more affordable. Start by completing the FAFSA to determine your eligibility, then explore funding sources to find the best fit for your goals and budget.

    Ways to Pay for Your Online Program:

    • Federal & State Aid: Grants and student loans may be available based on your FAFSA results.
    • Military Assistance: Active-duty service members, veterans and eligible dependents may qualify for education benefits.
    • Employer Tuition Benefits: Many employers offer tuition assistance or reimbursement programs to support your education. Talk to your employer to find out if they offer any benefits to help support your education costs.
    • Scholarships: Institutional and external scholarships can help reduce your overall cost.
    • Payment Plans: Flexible payment options allow you to spread out tuition over time.

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Next Steps

Follow these steps to confirm your enrollment, access your accounts and complete your next steps as an admitted student.
  • Connect With the College

    Set up your credentials and access your MyPortal account.

    • Locate your CWID in your acceptance materials
    • Log into MyPortal
      • Username: Enter your CWID followed by @g.cofc.edu (e.g., 12345678@g.cofc.edu). 
      • Password: Enter your CWID, your six-digit date of birth and “A!” for your password. 
        (e.g., if your CWID is 90000009 and your DOB (MMDDYY) is Jan 05, 1995, then your initial password is: 90000009010595A!)  
    • Set up multi-factor authentication
      • In MyPortal, you will be prompted to set up multi-factor authentication 
      • Open the authenticator app on your mobile device and click (+) to add your account. 
      • Choose work or school account for the account type. 
      • The app will launch a QR code reader. (Allow access to the device's camera if prompted.) 
      • Log into your account on your computer, following the instructions below. You will use your phone to scan the QR code that displays on the computer after you log into your account (step 6 under 'On your computer'). 
    • Update your password
    Access MyPortal
  • Confirm Your Spot

    Pay Your Enrollment Deposit

    Deadlines

    1. Log into MyPortal
    2. Select eBill
    3. Choose Deposits
    4. Select your term
    5. Submit your deposit
    Access MyPortal
  • Complete Your Enrollment

    Submit Transcripts

    • Send official transcripts from all institutions attended
    • Electronic submission is preferred
      • Sent directly by your previous college or university registrar’s office to admapplicants@cofc.edu.  
      • Or, via secure transmission service (eScript, SCOIR National Student Clearing House, Naviance, Docufide). 

    Verify Lawful Presence

    If you filed a FAFSA, you're all set. Otherwise, complete the form in MyPortal.