Schools Offering RN to BSN Programs in Arkansas

RN to BSN completion programs are primarily offered online as a convenience to working registered nurses. On-campus programs can be found in some states, but in Arkansas an online RN to BSN is the main and most popular option.

The RN to BSN programs offered through schools in Arkansas are designed to strengthen critical thinking skills, communication skills and decision making processes that have already been developed by registered nurses through their prior education and work experience. Courses will help develop the additional and necessary nursing skills to prepare nurses for advanced career opportunities such as nurse leaders, graduate school and other positions that require a baccalaureate level education. The BSN is essential for nurses desiring to advance their careers.

According to the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services, there is 30% job growth projected in the nursing field through 2016. This means there will be many opportunities for leadership positions as well as advanced practice opportunities with further education. To keep competitive for the higher paying jobs, nurses need the baccalaureate level education. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that 56.2% of Registered Nurses hold a BSN or higher.

According to Discover Arkansas labor force data, Registered nursing salaries in Arkansas range from $35,100 to $71,700 annually depending on experience and education.

These online RN to BSN programs are accredited and offered through well recognized schools. Many offer flexible transfer policies. Clinical sites in your local geography are often set up with help from faculty at the school being attended. Research and request information from the RN to BSN programs below. You may also be interested in an RN to MSN program.

RN to BSN Online Programs in Arkansas

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

University of Phoenix is accredited by the CCNE. They offer an online RN to BSN program as well as campus based options for residents of Arkansas. Click on a program below for more info about University of Phoenix's programs.

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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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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American Sentinel University - School of Nursing

The RN to BSN completion program is offered online and accepts RN's with current licenses and either a community college degree or a nursing diploma. Courses and enrollment start every two weeks. Get more information today.

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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 info to learn more here.

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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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Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Commission on Colleges. Their Online RN to BSN program is accredited by the NLNAC and is currently enrolling students. Request more information below.

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Kaplan University School of Nursing

Kaplan University's Online RN to BSN is Nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Request information today.

Keiser University - Nursing

Keiser University offers an Online RN to BSN accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The program is accepting applications now. Request information today!

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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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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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Colleges & Universities Based in Arkansas Offering RN to BSN Programs

Arkansas State University - School of Nursing

Program Offered: Online RN to BSN offered.

ASU - Department of Nursing
PO Box 910
Jonesboro, AR 72467
PH: 870-972-3024

Arkansas Tech University - Department of Nursing

Program Offered: Online RN to BSN

Arkansas Tech University - Department of Nursing
Russellville, Arkansas 72801
PH: 479-498-2832

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Online RN to BSN

UAMS College of Nursing
4301 W. Markham Street, # 529
Little Rock, AR 72205
Ph: 501-686-5374

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Online RN to BSN Completion program

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
2801 S. University Avenue
Little Rock, Arkansas 72204
PH: 501-569-8081

North Arkansas College

Online RN to BSN through partnership with Arkansas Tech University.

North Arkansas College
1515 Pioneer Drive
Harrison, AR 72601
PH: 870-391-3000

Baptist Health Schools Little Rock

Online RN to BSN Completer Agreement through partnership with Arkansas Tech University.

Baptist Health Schools Little Rock
11900 Col Glenn Road
Little Rock, AR 72210
PH: 501-202-7433