RN to BSN Programs in Maine

The RN to BSN degree is designed for registered nurses that have have graduated from associate and diploma nursing programs. Many of the RN to BSN tracks offered online as well as those based at colleges and universities in Maine will offer credit toward a degree based on work experience and previous education. Certain general education and pre-requisites may be required as part of the RN to BSN program. Request information from the schools below to learn more about the schools, programs and credits available.

Most working RNs have found that online or distance RN to BSN programs are more flexible than attending classes on campus and allow for a smoother transition when returning to school. The curriculum, course materials and costs are identical in most cases.

Job Outlook and Salaries for Nurses with a BSN

The increased complexities in nursing care have lead many employers in Maine, as well as other states, to hire baccalaureate educated nurses instead of associate degree or diploma educated nurses. The same goes for practical nursing, many employers have moved away from hiring LPNs and toward hiring BSN educated nurses. The BSN educated nurse has proven their commitment to the nursing field as well as demonstrated their competence by completing a rigorous program.

The job outlook in Portland, Bangor, York, and other cities throughout Maine looks excellent with multiple job openings for BSN educated nurses. Recent graduates of RN to BSN programs in MAine have found employment in hospitals, with travel nursing companies, hospice, home health agencies, private practices, and other health care related organizations.

The correlation between education and salary is evident in the recent graduates of RN to BSN programs being presented opportunities for advancement and specializations by their employers. As would be expected, advancement and specialization correlate to higher salaries. Recent nursing salary research found that registered nurses with a BSN earn roughly six thousand dollars a year more than associate degree or diploma educated nurses. Experience, position, employer, and location could play a significant factors in salary figures.

Learn more about RN to BSN programs in Maine by requesting information from these Nationally accredited schools.

Nursing Schools Offering RN to BSN Programs in Maine and Online

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

The Online and On-Campus RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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St Joseph's College of Maine

The Online RN to BSN program is accredited by the CCNE and approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing. The program is enrolling now. Request information today!

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Azusa Pacific University - Nursing

This Online RN to BSN is accredited by the CCNE, NLNAC and WASC. The program is enrolling now. Request information today!

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Excelsior College - School of Nursing

This RN to BSN Online program is accredited by the NLNAC.

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Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences

The Online RN to BSN accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

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University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

This Online RN to BSN program is approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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Indiana State University School of Nursing

This online program is approved by the Indiana State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

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Jacksonville University - School of Nursing

The Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The JU School of Nursing is accepting application for their Online RN to BSN program now.

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Regis University - Loretto Height School of Nursing

Regis University offers an online RN to BSN program that is accredited by the AACN-CCNE. RNs can complete this program in 12 to 20 months. This program enrolls three times a year.

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South University - School of Health Professions

This Online BSN program is CCNE accredited. South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Applicants are required to 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.

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Utica College - Department of Nursing

The Utica College RN to BSN program is accredited by the NLNAC.

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Husson College/ Eastern Maine Medical College

RN to BSN Program Offered and approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing. The RN to BSN program is CCNE accredited.

Husson College

1 College Circle

Bangor, ME 04401-2999

PH: 941-7191

University of Maine

RN to BSN Program offered and approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The University of Miane - School of Nursing

5724 Dunn Hall

Orono, ME 04469-5724

PH: 207-581-2592

University of Maine - Fort Kent

RN to BSN Track offered on campus and online. This program can be completed in two years if prerequisites and support courses have previously been completed. Articulation agreement option. Program is accredited by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

University of Maine at Fort Kent

23 University Drive, Fort Kent, ME 04743

Ph: 1-888-879-8635

University of Southern Maine

RN to BSN program offered at the Lewiston-Auburn Campus as well as Online. The program is approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

College of Nursing and Health Professions University of Southern Maine

Lewiston-Auburn College

51 Westminster Street

Lewiston, Maine 04240

PH: 207-753-6552

University of New England

Three RN to BSN Programs are offered depending on the applicants coursework background. There are a 1 year, a 1.5 year and a 2 year option. The University of New England Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLN) and is approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

University of New England (two campus locations)

University Campus 11 Hills Beach Road Biddeford, ME 04005 PH: 207-283-0171
Westbrook College Campus 716 Stevens Ave. Portland, ME 04103 PH: 207-797-7261