RN to BSN Degree Completion Programs in California
California's health care system has become increasingly complex and the RN to BSN programs offered at the following schools are designed to prepare current RNs for advanced positions in the hospital and community based settings. Hospitals in particular are moving toward hiring nurses with a baccalaureate level education.
In general, earning your RN to BSN will open up opportunities for professional growth as well as increased earnings. Graduates of RN to BSN programs pursue careers as educators, as public health nurses, school nurses, faculty in nursing schools and many other areas. Graduates often continue their education, earning an MSN that allows them to pursue careers such as nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist and many other specialty areas. The bottom line is that an RN to BSN is a great next step to take in your nursing career. Request information from the California Board of Registered Nursing recognized programs listed below.
California nursing schools have developed Online RN to BSN Programs that are consistent with the material presented in their campus based programs. Online programs are designed for registered nurses who need flexibility in their school schedule. These CCNE accredited online rn to bsn programs are some of the best in California and the Country.
Online RN to BSN Degree Programs in California

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services
The online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Request free information from University of Phoenix today.

Jacksonville University - School of Nursing
Jacksonville University offers an Online RN to BSN. The courses are taught by the same faculty teaching the on-campus courses and the material is exactly the same. The School of Nursing is accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The JU School of Nursing is accepting application for their Online RN to BSN program now. Request information today!
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Walden University - School of Nursing
The BSN completion program can be completed in as little as 18 months depending on the number of credits transferred and is open to registered nurses with an associate's degree in nursing or diploma in nursing. The program is CCNE accredited. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Programs Offered: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Completion Program
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Azusa Pacific University - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University offers an Online RN to BSN accredited by the CCNE, NLNAC and WASC. The program is enrolling now. Request information today!
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Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing offers an online fast-track RN to BSN completion program for registered nurses. The Bachelors program has provisional approval from the Ohio Board of Regents and conditional approval from the Ohio State Board of Nursing. In addition, it is accredited by the NLNAC and CCNE. Request information to learn more today!
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University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
The Online RN to BSN is approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
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Kaplan University School of Nursing
Kaplan University has a CCNE accredited, online RN-to-BSN degree completion program available for interested students. This is a excellent option for registered nurses that are working full time that would like to advance their career and education. Request free information from the Kaplan University School of Nursing.
Kent State University
The Kent State College of Nursing offers a CCNE accredited online RN to BSN program.
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Liberty University - Nursing
Liberty University's RN to BSN Online Program is CCNE accredited and the University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!
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University of Saint Mary
The University of Saint Mary offers a CCNE accredited online RN to BSN. There are six different program starts offered each year, so request information today to learn more about this exciting program.
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South University - School of Health Professions
The South University Online BSN program is CCNE accredited and the University itself is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Applicants must have an ASN or Diploma from an accredited nursing program and proof that they have a current RN license. South University is accepting eligible applicants for this program now. Request information today!
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Saint Joseph's College of Maine
The Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online Nursing Programs are CCNE accredited.
Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online MSN
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College of St. Scholastica
The College of St. Scholastica offers an RN to BSN online that has been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). They have hundreds of clinical sites they are connected with and will assist students in setting theirs up within their local geography. The program accepts associate's and diploma educated registered nurses and can be completed in one academic year.
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Utica College - Department of Nursing
The Utica College RN to BSN program is accredited by the NLNAC and is designed for Registered Nurses that would like to advance their career while maintaining flexibility in their academic schedule. Classes are enrolling. Request information today!
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Schools Based in California offering RN to BSN Programs in California
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa Pacific University's RN to BSN program is accredited by the CCNE.
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Loma Linda University School of Nursing
The BSN and MSN programs at Loma Linda University School of Nursing are National League for Nursing (NLN) accredited. The Nursing School is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Programs Offered: BSN, LPN to BSN, Part-Time BSN, Second Degree BSN, RN to BSN, MSN (Tracks: Administrator, Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Family Clinical Nurse Specialist, Parent/Child Clinical Nurse Specialist, Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, School Health Clinical nurse Specialist, Part-Time MSN, RN to MSN
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Loma Linda University School of Nursing, Loma Linda, CA 92350

Mount St. Mary's College Department of Nursing
The school is approved by the California State Board of Registered Nursing.
Programs Offered: ADN, LVN Mobility Option (LVN to ADN or LVN to BSN), BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, ADN to MSN
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Mount St. Mary's College Department of Nursing, 12001 Chalon Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90049-1599

Point Loma Nazarene University School of Nursing
The School of Nursing is approved by the California State Board of Registered Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Programs Offered: BSN, LVN to BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, BSN - MSN, (MSN Tracks: Family Clinical Nurse Specialist, Gerontological Clinical Nurse Specialist, Medical-Surgical Clinical Nurse Specialist, Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist)
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Point Loma Nazarene University School of Nursing, 3900 Lomaland Drive, San Diego, CA 92106-9971
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