Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online
Elevate your capabilities as a nursing leader in our quality, CCNE-accredited online RN to BSN.
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Program Overview
Learn what our RN to BSN online program can do for you
Mississippi College's 100% online RN to BSN program is designed to develop compassionate and knowledgeable nurse leaders who will help transform health care. Designed specifically for working RNs, our CCNE-accredited program is flexible, affordable and convenient.
Through faith-based curricula and globally-engaged courses, our dedicated faculty equip RN to BSN online students with the values, competencies and understanding necessary to advance their nursing practice. In as few as 12 months, nurses can complete their degree requirements and expand their career options in health care centers, hospitals, clinics, community settings and schools.
$9,480*
Total Tuition
12 months*
Duration
30*
Credit Hours
The program outcomes of the MC School of Nursing are designed to prepare a nurse generalist who will:
- Incorporate clinical reasoning and Christian caring in the delivery of safe, holistic, patient-centered care to diverse populations across the lifespan in a variety of settings
- Integrate knowledge and accountability, with relevant evidence-based practice, as the critical thinking premise for all health care delivery
- Understand how the effective use of technology and informatics can improve health care
- Apply management and leadership concepts in the delivery of quality care services
- Utilize communication techniques and collaborative skills to facilitate safe, quality outcomes with patients, families and populations
- Incorporate clinical reasoning and Christian caring in the delivery of safe, holistic, patient-centered care to diverse populations across the lifespan in a variety of settings
- Integrate knowledge and accountability, with relevant evidence-based practice, as the critical thinking premise for all health care delivery
- Understand how the effective use of technology and informatics can improve health care
- Apply management and leadership concepts in the delivery of quality care services
- Utilize communication techniques and collaborative skills to facilitate safe, quality outcomes with patients, families and populations
The baccalaureate degree program and the master’s degree program in nursing at Mississippi College are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
$9,480
Total Tuition
12 months
Duration
30
Credit Hours
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Tuition
Choosing our online program is cost-effective
Mississippi College prides itself on offering a quality private school education at public university prices. The pay-by-the-course tuition cost for the RN to BSN online degree program is affordable and priced with the working student in mind. Financial aid may also be available for students who qualify.
Tuition breakdown:
$9,480
Total Tuition
$316
Tuition per credit hour
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN to BSN | $316 | $948 | $9,480 |
Financial Aid
Financial Aid Application Process
1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fafsa.gov.
2. Enter the code of 002415 to choose MC as one of your options.
If you have questions regarding financial aid, please contact the Financial Aid Department at 601-925-3212.
Tuition Breakdown:
$9,480
Total Tuition
$316
Tuition per credit hour
Calendar
Note these important dates for our online students
For the convenience of our RN to BSN online students, the School of Nursing offers multiple start dates each year. Students should consider application date deadlines, turn in all the required documents, register for classes and pay tuition for their desired program start date.
Now enrolling:
10/4/23
Apply Date
10/16/23
Class Starts
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall I | 8/21/23 | 8/9/23 | 8/14/23 | 8/15/23 | 8/16/23 | 10/8/23 |
| Fall II | 10/16/23 | 10/4/23 | 10/9/23 | 10/10/23 | 10/11/23 | 12/3/23 |
| Spring I | 1/8/24 | 12/27/23 | 1/1/24 | 1/2/24 | 1/3/24 | 2/25/24 |
| Spring II | 3/4/24 | 2/21/24 | 2/26/24 | 2/27/24 | 2/28/24 | 4/21/24 |
Now Enrolling:
10/4/23
Apply Date
10/16/23
Class Starts
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Admissions
See the qualifications for our online nursing program
The School of Nursing admission process is the first step toward advancing professionally. Mississippi College has specific requirements that students must meet to enroll in the RN to BSN online program.
Admission Requirements:
- Online Application
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- Active RN License
RN to BSN online Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Complete application and pay $25 application fee
- Have a 2.0 GPA
- Submit official transcripts from all previous institutions attended
- Possess a current unrestricted registered nurse license in state of residence
- Have criminal background clearance for clinical practice in state of residence
Transcripts should be sent to:
Mississippi CollegeOffice of Admissions
Box 4026
Clinton, MS 39058
Courses
Take a look at the online course curriculum
The coursework for the RN to BSN online program is accelerated, offering seven-week terms for a total of 30 credit hours.
Study at your own pace. Take one, two or three courses at a time ... the choice is yours.
To view a list of general education requirements click here.
NUR 324: Transition to Professional Practice
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: Admission to the RN to BSN program. Focuses on concepts, processes and skills necessary to facilitate the transition to baccalaureate nursing practice.
NUR 303: Health Assessment
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Focuses on the acquisition of health assessment skills necessary for professional nursing practice (3 hour course with 1 hour of applied clinical skills).
NUR 305: Transcultural Patterns of Health Care
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 1
This course will examine patterns of health beliefs and values as determined by religion, culture, society, and history. A careful review of how views of health can influence health care, the health care delivery system, and specific elements of health throughout the life span will be undertaken.
NUR 435: Community Health Nursing
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on the synthesis of theories and concepts related to contemporary nursing practice in community health. This course includes a clinical component in NUR 438.
NUR 438: Community Health Nursing Clinical
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 2
Post or Co-requisite: NUR 435. Focuses on the synthesis of concepts, processes and skills necessary to promote health and prevent illness in population groups. Emphasis will be placed on managing care for the community as a client/patient rather than on individual health care. The three levels of prevention used in strategic planning for community health will be emphasized.
NUR 404: Health Care Informatics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 2
Students will be introduced to the application of informatics systems to nursing practice, healthcare, education, research, and administration. Integration of various theories will assist students to understand the importance of applying knowledge as they further develop their skills in information literacy. Students will learn how health care professionals can use information systems to work more efficiently, allocate resources more effectively, and improve health care services.
NUR 402: Policy and Finance
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 1
Provides an overview of basic economic concepts and political issues related to the provision of health care in a global setting.
NUR 313: Research in Nursing Practice
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 2
Focuses on the research process and the development of an attitude of inquiry. The role of the nurse in conducting and utilizing research is explored.
NUR 415: Nursing Leadership/Management
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on applications of current management theories and philosophies to nursing practice. This course includes a clinical component in NUR 418.
NUR 418: Nursing Leadership/Management Clinical
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 2
Post or Co-Requisite: NUR 415. This course focuses on the introduction of management functions, roles and responsibilities in the practice of quality nursing care and organizational effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on developing leadership and incorporating management principles in the professional nurse.
NUR 444: Christian Perspectives in Ethics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Provides an opportunity to explore ethical issues and current trends in health care from a Christian perspective.
NUR 482: Synthesis
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all RN to BSN coursework and general education requirements. This course is the final RN to BSN course and will be taken at the end of the RN to BSN program. Allows the student to integrate research, leadership, community, policy, finance, ethics and Christian caring into a final project that will demonstrate role acquisition of the baccalaureate prepared nurse.
ENG 101: Composition I
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The study of the elements of composition through writing and analysis of expository prose with emphasis on short essays.
ENG 102: Composition II
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101. Required of all freshmen.
Corequisite(s): ENG 099.
The study of academic research and writing with special attention to information literacy. Students enrolled in ENG 102 must also concurrently register for the Writing Proficiency Examination (ENG 099).
ENG 211: World Masterpieces
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 102 credit.
A survey of literary works that have been most influential in shaping the culture of the Western world. Fulfills the University Core Curriculum requirement.
ENG 212: Survey of British Literature
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 102 credit.
A survey of major British literary figures and their works. Fulfills the University Core Curriculum requirement.
ENG 213: Survey of American Literature
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 102 credit.
A survey of major American literary figures and their works. Fulfills the University Core Curriculum requirement.
HIS 101 West Civ– 3 credit hours
HIS 103 World Civ– 3 credit hours
HIS 211: History of the United States
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of American history from the period of discovery and exploration to the new conditions and problems of the present day.
BIB 110: An Intro to the Old Testament
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A general overview of the background, development, and content of the Old Testament.
BIB 120: An Intro to the New Testament
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A general overview of the background, development, and content of the New Testament.
ART 125: Art Appreciation
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
General survey of the nature of art, art media, the visual elements, and the history of art. Focus is on the relationship of art to contemporary living. Satisfies the core curriculum fine arts requirement.
MUS 125: Music Appreciation
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
General survey of the development of western music with focus on major composers, noted compositions, and musical style periods. The class will cover how the elements of music are used in all style periods and in some nonwestern music. This class satisfies the core curriculum fine arts requirement.
THE 125: Introduction to Theatre
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a basic introduction to the understanding and appreciation of the theatre. It satisfies the core curriculum fine arts requirement.
PSY 201: Intro to Psychology
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is approved for the core curriculum. A survey of the fundamental processes and concepts of human behavior. Topics include research methods, physiological bases of behavior, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, personality, abnormal behavior and social psychology.
BIO 251: Microbiology + Lab
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): Restricted to nursing majors.
Lecture/Lab/Field/Meeting: Lecture three hours a week. Laboratory three hours a week.
A survey of the bacteria, fungi, viruses, and some parasites with an emphasis on their structure, physiology, and pathogenesis in man.
BIO 203: Human Anatomy and Physiology I + Lab
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 or CHE 141 or CHE 124 - Integrated Chemical Principles or equivalent or instructor’s consent.
Lecture/Lab/Field/Meeting: Lecture three hours a week. Laboratory three hours a week.
An integrated study of the gross and microscopic structures and normal functions of the human organism, emphasizing basic biological principles with a holistic human perspective. Topics to be covered include the cell, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system.
BIO 204: Human Anatomy and Physiology II + Lab
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 or CHE 141 or CHE 124 - Integrated Chemical Principles or equivalent or instructor’s consent.
Lecture/Lab/Field/Meeting: Lecture three hours a week. Laboratory three hours a week.
An integrated study of the gross and microscopic structure and normal functions of the human organism, emphasizing basic biological principles with a holistic human perspective. Topics to be covered include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, digestive system, respiratory system, urinary system, reproductive system, and human genetics.
KIN 211: Basic Principles of Nutrition
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of basic nutrition throughout the life cycle, incorporating the nutrients and their relationship to various socio-economic, cultural, and regional conditions.
MAT 101: College Algebra
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MAT 100 or the equivalent.
This course builds upon basic algebraic concepts. it includes topics such as rational expressions, rational exponents, radicals, quadratic equations and inequalities, quadratic functions, graphing, systems of equations, and exponential and logarithmic functions.
PSY 301: Psychological Statistics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing; PSY 201 or comparable course.
This is an introductory level course which focuses on central tendency and variability; the normal curve and transformations; probability theory; hypothesis testing to include one-way analysis of variance and factorial designs. Computer-assisted approaches to data processing and analysis are emphasized.
MAT 207: Elementary Statistics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of elementary statistics for non-majors with an introduction to probability. Emphasis is placed on student understanding and interpretation of statistical data and computation. Mathematics majors should take MAT 353
SOC 205: Principles of Sociology
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This is an introductory course to the academic discipline of sociology that is international in scope. The course will focus on the contributions of sociology to understanding the society in which we live; the interactions of individuals within our society; various social inequities that distinguish society’s character; the mosaic of institutions that shape the look and feel of society; and the diverse effects of change over time upon individuals and society. Primary emphasis will be upon modernization and globalization.
"[I started teaching because] I wanted to ensure that as many nurses as possible could have the correct caring attitude toward patients."
-Dr. David Sharp
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All written third party comments must be received by CCNE by January 26, 2022.
