RN to BSN Program Overview and Application Requirements Updated July 1, 2016

Welcome and thank you for your interest in our RN to BSN Program! The purpose of this PowerPoint is to provide an overview of the RN to BSN program and application requirements. Applicants who have further questions about the program are encouraged to attend an optional advising session at Sacramento State, Folsom Hall. Please check our website for dates and room location of advising sessions. Applicants may also us at with

OVERVIEW of RN to BSN PROGRAM Our program is designed to advance the Associate Degree RN to the next level in the profession and leadership roles. Our curriculum is designed with the flexibility to meet the needs of the working RN. Students have the option to attend the program full-time (degree completion in 2 semesters) or part-time (degree completion in 3 or more semesters). Graduates of our RN to BSN program are eligible to apply for California Public Health Nurse (PHN) Certificate. The RN to BSN program is accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate Nursing Education

OVERVIEW of RN to BSN PROGRAM Courses in the program are blended – approximately 70% of coursework will be online and 30% face to face. All students are required to attend an initial orientation meeting in addition to the face to face classes. All face to face classes occur on Wednesdays, typically every other Wed. during the first semester and one Wed. a month during the second semester. Students are also required to complete clinical for the community health course (NURS 174) in addition to the face to face classes. NURS 174 clinical is one day a week for 12 weeks. Full-time students take NURS 174 during the first semester. Part-time students take NURS 174 during the second semester.

FULL-TIME PATTERN Note: Altering the sample curriculum pattern may lengthen the time required for completion. *clinical hours required for non-working RNs **clinical required for all students (1 day/week X 12 weeks) ***WPJ exam must be taken prior to enrolling in course Note: Students automatically receive 17 units for completion of the NCLEX

PART-TIME PATTERN Note: Altering the sample curriculum pattern may lengthen the time required for completion. *clinical hours required for non-working RNs **clinical required for all students (1 day/week X 12 weeks) ***WPJ exam must be taken prior to enrolling in course

WRITING PLACEMENT FOR JUNIORS (WPJ) The Writing Placement for Juniors (WPJ) exam must be taken before enrolling in NURS 179. Enrollment in NURS 179 is contingent upon the score received on the WPJ. Students are encouraged to take the WPJ during their first semester. Students who already have a BA/BS in another field are exempt from the WPJ requirement. Link with more information about the WPJ

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS NURS 171 must be taken before or concurrently with NURS 170 and NURS 174. NURS 173: clinical hours are required for non-working RNs. NURS 174: Clinical days are only during weekdays, typically from 8-5 pm. Students will be assigned to agencies by faculty. Faculty will attempt to match the day for clinical with the student’s request; however, agency and day of preference are not guaranteed. NURS 179: Writing Intensive: Completion of the Writing Placement for Juniors (WPJ) is a pre-requisite for enrollment. Meets GE Area E.

GE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE RN TO BSN PROGRAM All applicants are required to have a GE evaluation prior to applying to the RN to BSN program. A GE evaluation form completed by a GE advisor must be submitted with application. Please Carlos Fernandez at for a GE advising appointment.

GE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE RN TO BSN PROGRAM 3 upper division GE courses are required (NURS 179 serves as an upper GE for area E). Students who already have a BA/BS do not have to take the 2 additional upper GE course besides NURS 179. GE courses may be taken anytime, during winter and summer semesters. You may consult with a GE advisor about which GE courses to take. Note: The graduation requirement for foreign language is waived for the RN to BSN program.

TUITION and CAMPUS FEES Students without a prior BA/BS follow the fee schedule for Undergraduates. –0 – 6 units per semester = $2,175 per semester –More than 6 units per semester = $3,324 per semester. Students with a BA/BS follow the fee schedule for Post-Baccalaureates. –0 – 6 units per semester = $2,541 per semester –More than 6 units per semester = $3,957 per semester. Note: All fees are estimates and subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS A valid California registered nursing license California state resident Admission to Sacramento State. Must apply to RN to BSN program first. Completed RN to BSN admission application packet (see next slides for details) Official transcripts of all institutions attended.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS A cumulative G.P.A of 2.6 based on the last 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of graded transferable course work. Applicants who are currently employed as an RN will have priority for admission. A supplemental writing or oral communication document may be required. Program admission is contingent upon meeting requirements outlined and passing drug screening and background check.

REQUIRED PREADMISSION COURSES Anatomy (with a lab) Physiology (with a lab) Microbiology (with a lab) Chemistry (integrated or organic chemistry is not required) Written Communication Oral Communication Statistics Critical Thinking Applicants must pass above courses with a “C” or better. Only one course may be in-progress (applicants should submit an unofficial transcript for the in-progress course but then must submit an official transcript once the course is completed).

APPLICATION Application form can be downloaded online at ntobsn.html ntobsn.html Evaluation fee $35. Form can be downloaded from link above. See checklist in packet for required documentation. Application is a two-step process: 1.First apply to the RN to BSN program. 2.If provisionally accepted, then apply to the University through CSUMentor (

REQUIRED ITEMS FOR APPLICATION PACKET Application form Receipt of evaluation fee $35 (paid online) GE evaluation form (received from GE advising appt) Transcripts from all institutions. Submit one set to the School of Nursing when applying to the RN to BSN program. Submit another set when applying to the University through CSUMentor. Applicants who attended Sacramento State do not need to submit transcripts from Sacramento State. Copy of RN license

IMPORTANT DATES For Spring admissions, application period is May 1 through July 1 for the following academic year. For example, applications for Spring 2017 semester are accepted from May 1 through July 1, For Fall admissions, application period is July 15 through September 15 for the following academic year. Application packet must be submitted to: (mail or in person; no online submission) CSU, Sacramento School of Nursing 6000 J Street Sacramento, CA

IMPORTANT DETAILS We will not notify applicants of incomplete packets including missing transcripts. Be sure to submit all transcripts, including courses in progress. Keep copies of everything. We notify by regarding admission status and other important communication so check your for messages from us.

CONTACT INFORMATION General RN to BSN program questions: G.E. advising appointments (must be completed prior to applying):