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With FlexPath, you can complete your RN-to-BSN program in 9 months and under $10,000.*
*Based on the fastest 10% of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost, and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies, and other fees apply.
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Take the Next Step in Nursing with an RN-to-BSN
Take the Next Step in Nursing with an RN-to-BSN
Going back to school on top of a busy nursing schedule can be daunting. Christy Davidson, Interim Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, explains how Capella’s CCNE-accredited* RN-to-BSN program, created by nurses for nurses, provides flexibility for each student while fulfilling the bachelor’s degree many organizations now require.
*The BSN, MSN, and DNP degree programs at Capella University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
RN-to-BSN Program Highlights
Industry Aligned
More than 600 organizations—including corporations, health care organizations, and community colleges—invest in their employees by recommending Capella education programs.
Flexible
To meet the needs of your busy life, we offer two competency-based
online learning formats—GuidedPath and FlexPath.
96% of Nursing alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
Source: Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2017-2018
Generous Transfer Credits
Credits from prior learning, combined with transfer credits, may be
applied for up to 75% of your program requirements.
Accredited
This program is CCNE-accredited, and designed by nurses for
nurses.
Accelerated Master's Pathway (AMP)
Take master's level courses as part of your BSN program. Once applied and accepted to Capella's MSN program, those courses may also apply toward your master's requirements. AMP may help you save time and money.
Cost & Learning Formats
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
$16,875–$24,267*
MAX TRANSFER CREDITS–TYPICAL TRANSFER CREDITS
$357 per 1000-2000 level credit $375 per 3000-4000 level credit,
180 total quarter credits,
135 max transfer credits
Our self-paced learning format lets you take courses at your own
speed, moving onto the next course when you're ready.
- Take unlimited courses (up to two at a time) per 12-week billing session
- 2 Capella quarter credits = 1 program point
- Set your own deadlines, no courseroom discussions
- Pay a flat tuition fee per session*
$9,600–$19,200*
ACCELERATED PACE–TYPICAL PACE
$3,200 per 12-week billing session,
90 total program points,
68 max transfer points
*This is only an estimate, using general program
pricing. Your price may be higher or lower depending on
your specialization, transfer credits, tuition discounts, and (in
FlexPath) the speed at which you move through the program. Fees,
including application fees and resource kits, are not included in
this estimate. The GuidedPath prices show the tuition you would pay
if you brought in the average number of transfer credits or the
maximum allowed transfer credits. The FlexPath prices show the
tuition you would pay if you brought in an average number of
transfer credits and you moved at the speed of a typical FlexPath
student or as quickly as the fastest FlexPath students (90th
percentile). New or recently revised programs base their estimate on
comparable programs. Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is not
available for FlexPath.
Get the details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
“With FlexPath, I never felt like I was missing out on the important moments with my family, or the experience I was gaining as a nurse. It made it possible for me to achieve my BSN and my MSN. Plus, it was extremely affordable due to the partnership between the hospital and Capella University.”
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full interview »
Carrie Strati*, BSN, MSN
*Actual Capella student who agreed to appear
in our promotional materials.
RN-to-BSN Sample Courses
Keep up with the fast-paced changes in health care. Our online
RN-to-BSN degree will help you meet your responsibilities—even as they
change. You’ll study evidence-based practice, patient safety,
informatics, quality improvement, and more.
| NURS4010 |
Leading People, Processes, and Organizations in Interprofessional Practice
Learners in this course gain the understanding and abilites needed to champion and lead changes in interprofessional health care practice. Learners use management theories and leadership strategies and apply interdisciplinary collaboration skills to improve systems outcomes while reducing the cost of care. For BSN learners only. |
6 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| NURS4020 |
Improving Quality of Care and Patient Safety
In this course, learners build and demonstrate the skills necessary to contribute to the quality improvement of health care and patient safety. Learners analyze elements of successful quality improvements as well as factors that lead to patient safety risks. In addition, learners identify organizational interventions to promote patient safety and facilitate quality improvement processes to achieve desired patient, systems, and population outcomes. For BSN learners only. |
6 quarter credits |
| NURS4030 |
Making Evidence-Based Decisions
Learners in this course interpret research and apply an evidence-based practice model to make informed decisions in care planning. Learners analyze the relevance and effectiveness of evidence in the processes of clinical reasoning and judgement to support interventions that result in desired patient, systems, and population outcomes. For BSN learners only. |
6 quarter credits |
| NURS4040 |
Managing Health Information and Technology
In this course, learners leverage technology to effectively and efficiently achieve desired patient, systems, and population outcomes. Learners develop and demonstrate generalist nursing practices needed to manage health information and patient care technologies. Learners also develop strategies to improve security of patient information. For BSN learners only. |
6 quarter credits |
| NURS4060 |
Practicing in the Community to Improve Population Health
In this course, learners analyze the community and public health milieu, with emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention for culturally diverse people within a variety of community settings. Learners apply principles of community and public health, health promotion, epidemiology, social determinants of health, and social justice to achieve equity, eliminate disparities, and create environments to improve health and safety. Learners also examine leading health care indicators, health policy, and emergency preparedness. This course includes a clinical practicum. For BSN learners only. |
6 quarter credits |
What you’ll learn
Our online RN-to-BSN is
designed to help you stay current in the ever-shifting landscape of
healthcare.
- Lead people and processes to improve patient outcomes
- Use the best available evidence to make clinical and operational decisions
- Analyze the impact of health policy on quality and cost of care
- Improve patient and systems outcomes using patient care technology
- Collaborate interprofessionally for improved patient outcomes
- Integrate professional standards and values into practice
Meet Your Nursing Faculty
Our distinguished nursing faculty are industry leaders, bringing real-world relevance into the courseroom to enrich your education and career.
Get the Support You Need for Success
Our dedicated support teams guide and advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment counselors
These experts will set you up for success. They’ll help you find the right degree and program, and answer all your questions about Capella.
Financial aid counselors
Our team knows how to run the numbers and help find ways to save on costs.
Advisors
Advisors know the details of your program. Got questions about courses? Instructors? Resources? Advisors have answers.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
The BSN, MSN, and DNP programs at Capella University are
accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Chart Your Nursing Career
A Fast Track to the BSN
Three RN-to-BSN graduates share their FlexPath stories.
10 Things I Wish I’d Known Early in my Nursing Career
Stay current. Collaborate. Get involved.
BSN Professional Paths
Here are just some of the career paths to explore with your
BSN.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Registered nurse
- Clinical practice nurse
- Home health nurse
- Community health nurse
- Industrial health nurse
- Case management nurse
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN) instructor
- School nurse
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Hospital
- Medical clinic
- Assisted living facility
- Long-term care facility
- Nursing home
- Home health agency
- Public health clinic
- School (P–12)
- Pharmaceutical company
- Insurance company
- Government—local, state, federal
- Community college
- Vocational college
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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