University of Illinois

The University of Illinois is focused on innovation, quality, superior instruction, service and accessibility. Our goal is to provide access to high-quality online education programs that merit the University of Illinois name. All degree and certificate programs are created in collaboration with the colleges and academic departments at the University's residential campuses at Urbana-Champaign, Chicago and Springfield. The curriculums of our programs are developed by world-class University of Illinois faculty who are leaders in their fields of study.

University of Illinois courses are delivered online and rely on asynchronous discussion and collaboration as the principle forms of communication. You can access coursework at home, at work, on the road--anywhere you can connect to the Internet. No campus visits are required.

All courses are eight weeks long. The accelerated format helps meet the needs of working professionals and students with busy schedules by allowing them to study efficiently and remain focused on their academic programs. When you enroll in a University of Illinois degree program, you will immerse yourself in a highly interactive learning environment.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Program for RNs

If you are a registered nurse looking to advance your career, you can complete your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) online from the top-ranked College of Nursing at the University of Illinois at Chicago. This online BSN program provides you with an excellent foundation for a career in leadership in one of the fastest-growing professions in the United States. Upon successful completion of all coursework, you will earn a fully accredited degree from the College of Nursing at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

The University of Illinois BSN Degree Completion Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Curriculum

The curriculum of the BSN Completion Program will consist of the following 8-week courses, for a total of 30 credit hours.

• Health Assessment - 3 hours
• Concepts/Processes for Contemporary Nursing - 4 hours
• Introduction to Nursing Research/Statistics for Evidence-Based Practice - 4 hours
• Exploring Complementary/Alternative Practices - 2 hours
• Nursing Leadership and Management in Health Care - 6 hours
• Nursing Informatics - 3 hours
• Clinical Concepts/Processes in Population-Focused Nursing - 5 hours
• Issues in Nursing Practice - 3 hours

Admissions and Prerequisites

Admission to the BSN Completion Program for RNs requires a cumulative GPA of 2.75, as well as a natural science GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

This program is a degree completion program. Students must complete specific requirements prior to enrolling. For more information on admissions and prerequisites, request information from the University of Illinois.

Delivery Method

The BSN Completion Program for RNs delivers courses using online instruction that emphasizes group collaboration, along with practicum experiences designed to be completed in the student's locale.

Information

If you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from University of Illinois.