RN to BSN Programs North Carolina

North Carolina has 18 schools based in the state that offer RN to BSN programs in addition to 10 or more nationally accredited schools that offer RN to BSN online programs in the state. You can find all these schools listed below along with their accreditation and contact information.

Organizations such as the American Nurses Association (ANA) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) have stated that they recognize the BSN should be the minimum educational requirement for a registered nurse to practice. Many of the Magnet hospitals and learning hospitals feel the same way, preferring to hire baccalaureate educated nurses.

It is not always the case that a BSN educated nurse will make more than an ADN or Diploma educated nurse. However, according to the Advance for Nurses 2009 Salary Survey, in the state of North Carolina BSN educated nurses do make more than diploma and associate's educated nurses. The Salary Survey found that BSN educated nurses made a median hourly rate of $28.78 while ADN educated nurses made a median hourly rate of $26.32 and diploma educated nurses made a median hourly rate of $25.46.

Though nursing shortages are plaguing most of the country including North Carolina, competitiveness for the registered nursing positions at the better paying facilities is high. Higher educated nursing professionals most always have an advantage for the management and other leadership positions and with these positions often comes greater responsibility, but also higher pay. According to the Advance for Nurses Salary Survey, 34% of working RNs in North Carolina hold a BSN, 34.7% hold an ADN and 9.6% hold a diploma. ADN and diploma educated nurses all have an opportunity to get their BSN by completing an RN to BSN program to stay competitive in the job market. Often the RN to BSN online programs can be completed in as little as 12 months. This means a registered nurse can actually continue working and pursue higher education that will help them move up the nursing career ladder, often resulting in greater earnings. Learn more about the RN to BSN programs offered in North Carolina by requesting information from the schools listed below that meet your needs.

You might also be interested in the RN to MSN programs in North Carolina.

RN to BSN Online Programs Offered in North Carolina

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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.

Programs Offered: RN to BSN, MSN - (Specializations: Informatics, MSN/MBA, MSN/MBA - Health Care Management, MSN/Health Care Administration), Doctor of Philosohy in Nursing, Health Care Administration Degrees

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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 Registered Nurses with current licenses and either a community college degree or a diploma. Courses and enrollment start every two weeks. Request information today!

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Capella University

Capella University offers an online RN to BSN Degree Completion program that incorporates the Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Request information to learn more today! Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

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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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Cleveland State University - School of Nursing

Cleveland State University School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Students applying for the MSN programs must have a BSN. Graduates are eligible to sit for the respective national certification exams. Programs are enrolling now.

Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online MSN - (Tracks: Forensic Nursing, Clinical Nurse Leader, Nurse Education, Specialized Population), MSN/MBA

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Colorado Technical University - Health Sciences

The Online RN to BSN completion program is offered online and accepts Registered Nurses with current licenses and an associate's degree in nursing or a diploma. Colorado Technical Institute is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.

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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, Commission on Colleges and the Online RN to BSN program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The program is enrolling now. Request information today!

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Grand Canyon University

The online RN to BSN program is accredited by the CCNE and designed to offer registered nurses with an associate's degree or diploma a bridge to a BSN education.

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Kaplan University School of Nursing

Kaplan University offers a CCNE accredited RN to BSN Online degree completion program. This is an excellent option for registered nurses that are working full time who would like to advance their career and education. Request free information from the Kaplan University School of Nursing by clicking on RN to BSN below.

Keiser University - Nursing

Keiser University offers an Online RN to BSN program 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. This program is noted for its prestigious academic reputation coupled with the flexibility and convenience it provides for busy working professionals.

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Kettering College of Medical Arts - Division of Nursing

The online BSN completion program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and offered entirely online. The program is intended for registered nurses holding an associate's degree in nursing or it's equivalent.

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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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Miller-Motte College

The Miller-Motte RN to BSN Online program builds on the students associate's degree nursing knowledge and ultimately obtaining a BSN. Request information today!

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Regis University - Loretto Height School of Nursing

The RN to BSN & RN to MS programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The University is located in northwest Denver, CO and offers campus based as well as online RN to BSN program options.

Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online RN to MS in Nursing - (Concentrations: Management, Education)

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Sacred Heart University

The Sacred Heart University Online RN to BSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Sacred Heart University also holds Regional accreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Programs Offered: RN to BSN, MSN - (Tracks: Clinical Nurse Leader, Patient Care Services Administration, Nursing Education)

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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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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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University of Illinois at Chicago

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

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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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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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Western Governors University - Nursing

Western Governors University offers an online BSN degree program for registered nurses with a diploma or an associate's degree. WGU is Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as well as Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council. The Online BSN program is currently accepting applications. 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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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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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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Colleges & Universities Based in North Carolina Offering an RN to BSN Program

Appalachian State University

The nursing program is Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited.

Programs Offered: RN to BSN

  • Appalachian State University - ASU, Box 32151, Boone N.C. 28608, PH: 828-262-8039

Barton College

NLNAC accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

  • Barton College - School of Nursing, P.O. Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, PH: 800-345-4973

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered:ADN, RN to BSN

  • Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, 401 Medical Park Drive, Concord, NC 28025, PH: 704-403-1555

East Carolina University

CCNE accredited programs and NLNAC accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Adult Nursing Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Health, Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthesia, Nursing Education, Nursing Leadership, Nurse Midwifery), PhD

  • East Carolina University - School of Nursing, Greenville, NC 27858-4353, PH: 252-328-5358

Fayetteville State University

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

  • Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301-4298, PH: 910-672-1924

Gardner Webb University

CCNE & NLNAC accredited programs

Programs Offered: ADN, RN to BSN, RN - MSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Nursing Education, Nursing Administration, MSN/MBA)

  • Gardner Webb University, Campus Box 312, Boiling Springs, NC 28017, PH: 704-406-4000

Lees-McRae College

CCNE accredited program

Programs Offered: RN to BSN

  • Lees-McRae College, PO Box 128, Banner Elk, NC 28604, PH: 828-765-2667

Lenoir-Ryne College

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

  • Lenoir-Rhyne College - Department of Nursing - Gateway Program, P.O. Box 7292, Hickory, NC 28603, PH: 828-328-1741

N.C. Agricultural and Technical University

NLNAC and CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: RN to BSN

  • N.C. Agricultural and Technical State University - School of Nursing, 1601 E. Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27411, PH: 336-334-7500

Queens University of Charlotte

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: ASN, BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Health Systems Management, Clinical Nurse Leader, Nurse Educator Practices)

  • Queens University of Charlotte - Vail Program of Nursing, 1900 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28274, PH: 704-337-2276

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Adult Nurse Practitioner (including ANP/Oncology option), Health Care Systems - Administration, - Clinical Nurse Leader, - Education, - Informatics, - Outcome Management, Children's Health (PNP, CNS), Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric/Mental Health, Women's Health (including dual option: WHCNP & FNP), Post-Master's programs with the MSN concentration options, Doctoral

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, CB # 7460, Carrington Hall, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7460, PH: 919-966-4260

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: RN to BSN

  • University of North Carolina at Charlotte - School of Nursing, Charlotte, NC 28223, PH: 704-687-7952

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

NLNAC & CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Nursing Administration, Nurse Anesthesia, Nursing Education, Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Adult/Gerontological), Post-Baccalaureate Certificates in Various Concentrations, Post-Master's Certificates in Various Concentrations, MSN/MBA, PhD

  • University of North Carolina at Greensboro - School of Nursing, P.O. Box 26172, Greensboro, NC 27402-6172, PH: 336-334-5010

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

CCNE accredited Department of Nursing

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

  • University of North Carolina at Pembroke, P.O. Box 1510, Pembroke, NC 28372, PH: 910-521-6522

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

CCNE and NLNAC accredited Programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN - (Concentrations: FNP, Nurse Educator), Post-Master's certificate

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - School of Nursing, 601 S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403-3297, PH: 910-962-3208

Western Carolina University

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited Nursing School.

Programs Offered: BSN, accelerated BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN - (Tracks: Nurse Educator, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthesia, Nurse Administrator), Post-Master's certificates

  • Western Carolina University - Department of Nursing, 209 Moore Hall, Cullowhee, NC 28723, PH: 828-227-7211

Winston-Salem State University

CCNE accredited Department of Nursing

Programs Offered: BSN, LPN to BSN, EMT to BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN to BSN

  • Winston-Salem State University, 601 Martin Luther King. Jr. Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27110, PH: 336-750-2560

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