{"id":462,"date":"2017-08-23T16:40:39","date_gmt":"2017-08-23T16:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/nursing\/?page_id=462"},"modified":"2026-02-03T11:07:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T17:07:44","slug":"rn-bsn-completion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.missouriwestern.edu\/nursing\/rn-bsn-completion\/","title":{"rendered":"RN-BSN Track"},"content":{"rendered":"

The RN-BSN track is for licensed registered nurses who have an associates degree or diploma who are seeking a bachelor of nursing degree. This program is 31 credit hours of online coursework. Students seeking a bachelor’s degree must complete the Missouri Core 42 requirements. Indirect and direct clinical care experiences guide learning of population healthcare, leadership, and evidence-based practice.<\/p>\n

Considering getting your BSN and MSN at the same time?<\/h3>\n

Missouri Western\u2019s RN to MSN Track offers you the chance to earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing while taking courses towards your Master of Science in Nursing. Students who are admitted to the RN-BSN track will have 12 hours of graduate coursework towards both degrees. Bachelor\u2019s degrees are conferred, with RN-MSN students having preferred acceptance into the MSN program.<\/p>\n

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Start Anytime – No Application Deadlines<\/h3>\n
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  • With rolling 7- week sessions, you’ll begin in the next available term when you’re ready. No waiting, no stress- just forward momentum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Minimum Admission Requirements:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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    • Graduate of Associate Degree Nursing Program* or Diploma Nursing School with a minimum overall GPA of 2.7.<\/li>\n
    • Current, unencumbered RN licensure in the U.S. (Note: Recent graduates will be placed on probationary status pending obtainment of RN license.)<\/li>\n
    • Completion of the following MWSU Nursing prerequisite courses (or equivalent courses) with grade of \u201cC\u201d or higher:\n
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      • General Studies Math Requirement<\/li>\n
      • Anatomy & Physiology<\/li>\n
      • Microbiology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • If these courses have not been completed prior to applying, the student may be accepted conditionally and must complete these courses with a C or higher prior to graduation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        *Graduates of ADN Program from a higher education institution with regional accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Graduates of non-accredited A.D.N. programs should contact the School of Nursing & Health Professions for additional admission requirements.<\/em><\/p>\n

        Application Instructions:
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        • Complete the general admission application form and be accepted to MoWest<\/li>\n
        • Documents needed to apply:\n
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          • A copy of your RN license<\/li>\n
          • A supporting statement as to why you wish to pursue the RN-BSN pathway<\/li>\n
          • Official transcripts with all college credits\n
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            • Most transcripts can be sent electronically. Please contact your previous institutions Registrar’s office for further details.<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>