RN to BSN Programs in North Dakota

RN to BSN completion programs are designed to help working, registered nurses continue their education and move up the nursing career ladder. These programs accomplish this by helping the student enhance and develop their nursing skills and knowledge, which prepares them to practice in most any clinical setting found in North Dakota. Successful graduates of RN to BSN programs also find themselves eligible to apply to master's nursing programs, where specialization and career path options are countless. There are a number of online RN to BSN programs offered in North Dakota and some can be completed in as little as one year. Learn more about the online and campus based RN to BSN completion programs offered in North Dakota and listed below.

RN to BSN online programs offer flexibility and convenience to allow for a better balance between pursuing higher education and the demands of family and work. These programs have also brought the opportunity to pursue higher education and advanced nursing positions to those adn and diploma educated nurses in rural areas of North Dakota. Some online programs may require one or two weekend visits to a campus or educational facility during the course of the program. These visits may include face to face presentations, attending seminars, gaining clinical hands on experience, and networking opportunities. Some of the online RN to BSN programs have no campus attendance requirements. Listed below are the online RN to BSN programs offered to registered nurses in the state of North Dakota.

Why pursue an RN to BSN or higher education in nursing? North Dakota appears to be one of the few states that is actually improving their supply of nurses to meet the demand. The Center for Rural Health, operated by the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, released their North Dakota Nursing Supply and Demand Projections in July, 2008. Some key figures include registered nursing vacancy rates dropped from 2004 to 2007 to 3%. The report also found that more registered nurses are working full-time, 11% in 2004 and 43% in 2007. What this means is that there could likely be more competition for the better paying and more desirable registered nursing positions in hospitals as well as related health care facilities through out the state. The baccalaureate degree in nursing does not guarantee higher salaries, but can help an applicant be more competitive for a position than an associate or diploma educated nurse. As with most industries, positions with greater responsibilities can translate to better earnings. Another popular nursing career ladder route is the RN to MSN bridge program. These programs take about three years to complete and prepare nurses for advanced nursing roles in a variety of specializations. Learn more about the RN to MSN programs in North Dakota.

The North Dakota Nursing Supply and Demand report mentions an inadequate distribution of nurses in rural areas of the state and that it is a concern. As the internet continues to expand its reach to rural portions of North Dakota, more accessibility to education and resources through the internet could encourage more health care providers/nurses to move to rural North Dakota. Online RN to BSN programs should be supported and could offer better paying career opportunities to nurses in rural North Dakota as well as those considering moving to these areas. Learn more about the online programs offered in North Dakota by contacting the colleges and universities listed below.

RN to BSN Online Programs Offered in North Dakota

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

The online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of working RN's. Request information from University of Phoenix by selecting a program 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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National American University

National American University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and has been awarded candidate status for the baccalaureate program by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Program Offered: RN to BSN Online

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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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Kaplan University School of Nursing

Kaplan University offers 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.

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. 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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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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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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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 Dakota Offering RN to BSN Programs

Dikinson State University

The Dikinson State University nursing programs are approved by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.

Programs Offered: AASPN, RN to BSN

Dickinson State University, 291 Campus Dr, Dickinson ND 58601-4896, PH: 701-483-2133

Minot State University

The Minot State University nursing programs are approved by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN

Minot State University, 500 University Ave W, Minot ND 58701, PH: 701-858-3101

North Dakota State University

The North Dakota State University nursing programs are approved by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing and accredited by the CCNE.

Programs Offered: Pre-Licensure BSN , LPN-BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Tracks: Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Educator), DNP

North Dakota State University - Department of Nursing-Dept #2670, PO Box 6050 / 136 Sudro Hall, Fargo, ND 58108-6050, PH: 701-231-7772

Presentation College

The baccalaureate program is NLNAC accredited.

Programs Offered: ADN, BSN, LPN-BSN, RN to BSN

Aberdeen Campus, 1500 North Main, Aberdeen, SD 57401, PH: 605-229-8472

University of Mary

The baccalaureate program is CCNE accredited and approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.

Programs Offered: BSN, LPN-BSN, RN to BSN

University of Mary, 7500 University Dr, Bismarck ND 58504, PH: 701-255-7500

University of North Dakota

The baccalaureate program is CCNE accredited and approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.

Programs Offered: BSN, Accelerated BSN, LPN-BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MS, MSN - (Specializations: Nurse Anesthesia, Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Public/Community Health Nursing, Gerontology Nursing, and Nurse Education), Post Master's Certificates - (Specializations: Nurse Anesthesia, Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing-CNS, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing-NP, Nurse Education)

University of North Dakota, Box 9025, Grand Forks ND 58202, PH: 701-777-4173