Nursing
RN to Bachelor of Science (BSN) Completion Program

Welcome from the Program Coordinator

Congratulations! You've taken the first step toward completing your Bachelor of Science in Nursing --  you contacted us!

This program is designed to meet the needs of working nurses. We offer several options including part-time or full-time; online or a blend of online and face-to-face courses; through a traditional RN Completion program or the RN to MSN Accelerated Track which is available to current FSU students in the RN to BSN Completion Program. Since our program has been in existence, we have found that most of our RN to BSN students prefer the online method of delivery due to work and personal commitments. Therefore all of the program can be completed in a fully online environment. 

Admission Criteria

The following admission criteria are established for RN to BSN completion students:

  • A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or better in the total Nursing program (ADN or Diploma).
  • Current Registered Nurse license.
  • Completion of all AAS General Education Requirements, such as English 150, English 250, Math 110 and at least 7 credit hours/2 courses of Scientific Understanding with one course that has a lab. See the Curriculum Guide for more specific information.

Transfer Information

Many students want to know what classes transfer to Ferris from the community colleges. Most classes will transfer; the real question is what classes will meet requirements toward the BSN.  The Transfer Services Office website is a valuable tool for navigating through transfer credits.  There are two key requirements to keep in mind as you make choices for classes.

  • You must have at least 30 FSU credits to receive a degree from Ferris.
  • You must have at least 40 upper division (300 or 400) level credits to receive any BS degree. (Some community college 200 level courses transfer to Ferris as 300 level courses and help meet the requirement.)

 Deadlines for Application and Material Submission

Accreditation and Further Program Information

This program, accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) is designed to build on your basic nursing education. Course repetition is reduced and college credit is granted for basic nursing education without proficiency testing. (Proficiency testing is permitted for some advanced courses.)  Additionally, the program at Ferris offers the opportunity to design your clinical practicum as a project-based experience in your place of employment. 

We are pleased you have contacted Ferris State University about the RN to BSN Completion program and look forward to helping you reach your educational goals.  If you have any other questions once you have reviewed this information, please contact Debby Buck by email  buckd@ferris.edu.


Updated 6/12/13