1. Why should I get this degree?
Whether you plan to continue practicing at the bedside, transition to a new specialization, or pursue graduate studies, the RN to BSN program is an important step toward reaching your professional goals. Many hospitals, healthcare organizations and providers are increasingly seeking nurses with baccalaureate nursing degrees to improve patient care and outcomes.
2. Who is eligible for this degree?
CBU’s RN to BSN program is designed specifically for registered nurses who are currently licensed to practice in the state of California
3. What are the program’s entry dates and application deadline?
The RN to BSN program offers rolling year-round admission, with classes starting in the fall and spring. Apply online anytime or apply in person during regular office hours. To request a paper application, stop by the Admissions Office on the Riverside Campus or call 1(877) 236-1617.
4. What are the admission requirements?
The RN to BSN program offers a simple and convenient admission process with the following basic requirements:
· A license to practice nursing in the state of California
· A degree from an accredited associate degree program or diploma-nursing program
· Cumulative GPA of 2.7 or greater
5. What are the prerequisites?
Students must complete the following:
· English Composition
· Intermediate Composition
· Intermediate Algebra or Introduction to Statistics
6. How long does the program take?
The length of the program will vary for each student depending on their number of transferable units. Full-time students who have completed all general education requirements, electives and prerequisites upon entry should be able to complete their degree in 18 months.
7. When do classes meet?
Nursing courses are offered on week nights and begin at 6:00 PM. Students attending full-time typically participate in classes one night a week.
8. Do you offer any financial assistance?
Applicants have access to a range of financial assistance options in the form of scholarships, loans and grants. Click here for more information on financial assistance.
9. Can I work while earning my degree?
Yes. The RN to BSN program is uniquely designed for working registered nurses. CBU offers accelerated 8-week sessions and convenient evening classes.
10. Do you offer any academic assistance?
Yes. RN to BSN students have access to on-campus academic assistance in writing, reading, math and other academic areas. We offer one-on-one tutoring as well as access to staffed Writing and Math Centers.
11. Can I take classes concurrently at a community college?
Yes. CBU has articulation agreements with most community colleges. Click here for a list of these colleges, as well as community college courses and units that are transferable.
12. Do you offer an career placement assistance?
Yes. CBU’s Career Services Center is available to assist with writing resumes, preparing for interviews, conducting online job searches, application completion, career exploration, and job placement. For more information, contact Career Services at (951) 343-5031
13. Is this program accredited?
The CA Board of Registered Nursing has approved the program. CBU is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The Baccalaureate program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
14. How much does the program cost?
The 2010/2011 tuition cost is $469 per unit for Degree Completion courses and $550 per unit for RN to BSN core classes. The approximate program tuition cost for a full-time student is $6,955 per semester. Additional fees may apply.
15. What theoretical foundation does the nursing program teach?
Nursing is a scientific discipline with its own growing body of knowledge which is embedded in nursing theories and frameworks. The humanbecoming theory (Parse, 1981, 1998, 2007) undergirds the philosophy of the School of Nursing and views nursing as a human science. The theory espouses quality of life from each person's own perspective as the goal of nursing practice. The essence of professional nurse practice is found in the nurse-person, nurse-family, and nurse-community relationship. Nurses, in service to others, practice using the theory as an underpinning to guide relationships with persons who are seeking professional nurse services. Persons are able to define their health and make explicit choices in their healthcare. The theory is consistent with a Christian perspective.Parse, R.R. (1981). Man-living-health: A theory of nursing. New York: Delmar Publishers.
Parse, R.R. (1998). The human becoming school of thought: A perspective for nurses and other health professionals. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
Parse, R.R. (2007). The humanbecoming school of thought in 2050. Nursing Science Quarterly, 20, 308-311.
For more information on this program, please contact your Admissions Counselor at 877-CBU-3615 (877-228-361