Program Description
The online RN to BS track is designed for students looking to earn a bachelor’s degree and open the door to greater job opportunities. Under the guidance and instruction of our expert and caring faculty, students are able to investigate new areas of professional interest along with enhancing their personal and professional growth.This program is for registered nurses who wish to complete their BS degree. It prepares students for professional nursing in both acute and community settings. The LLU RN to BS online program was designed with full-time working professionals in mind. As such, the program offers the flexibility of part-time or full-time enrollment and the convenience of online learning.
Program Length
Approximately 1-3 years. Full and Part-time available.
Possible Careers
Leadership positions (charge nurse, educator, manager, public health, schools)Application Deadlines
| Quarter | Application Open | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter of 2025 | Aug 1, 2024 | — | Dec 1, 2024 |
Prerequisites
All students are required to complete the following pre-requisite courses before starting the RN to BS program at Loma Linda University School of Nursing. Students can have courses in progress while they are applying, as long as they are completed before the program begins prior to the last quarter of the program.
- Anatomy and Physiology I (with lab) 4 quarter units
- Anatomy and Physiology II (with lab) 4 quarter units
- Intro to Chemistry (with lab) 4 quarter units
- Basic Medical Microbiology (with lab) 5 quarter units
- Public Speaking 4 quarter units
- English Composition (full sequence) 9 quarter units
- General Psychology 4 quarter units
- 3rd area of social science (Dev. Psych/Lifespan Dev./Econ/Politics) 4 quarter units
- Intro to Sociology 4 quarter units
- General Elective 4 quarter units
- Statistics (Student can take within the program) 4 quarter units
- Physical Education 2 activity classes
- Humanities 16 quarter units
- College Algebra 4 quarter units or Statistics (Student can take STATS within the program if they have previously taken College Algebra at 4 quarter units)
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
| Year of Program Months Enrolled |
Year 1 9 |
Year 2 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $14,325 | $5,572 |
|
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school) |
$500 | $600 |
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Notes
- Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
- Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
- To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.