Elevate your RN skills by completing your B.S. in nursing from OHSU School of Nursing in Oregon. This high-quality online degree program offers flexible options to fit your life. 

Earn your Bachelor of Science in nursing 100% online

As a registered nurse, getting your B.S. with a major in nursing from OHSU is an easy choice.  

• High-quality nursing education. Learn from top leaders in the nursing field at Oregon’s only academic health center.
• Support for success. Achieve your goals with a dedicated adviser.  
• 100% online program. Complete all classes and clinical activities online, from anywhere. There’s no need to visit campus.
• Low tuition and generous scholarships. Choose one of the lowest-cost online RN to B.S. degree programs nationally and explore scholarship options.  
• Flexible pathways. Attend full-time and earn your degree in nine months—or go part-time and take up to five years. Take up to four leaves of absence. 
• Year-round admissions. Apply online by December 1 for winter 2025, January 31 for spring 2025 or April 30 for summer 2025. 

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Classes and degree requirements

You need 180 credits to complete the RN to B.S. with a major in nursing degree program. That includes prerequisites plus 33 credits in online nursing classes you take at OHSU.  

Along the way, OHSU faculty mentors, advisers and tutors are here to guide your success. 

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Why complete your RN to B.S. online at OHSU

This online program gives you freedom to set the pace while learning from leaders in the nursing field. You’ll also be a graduate of OHSU, Oregon’s only academic health center.   

• RNs with a B.S. are in high demand in Oregon. With your bachelor’s in nursing, you’re ready to earn a higher salary and advance your career. 
• Learn in a flexible online program. The 100% online, asynchronous program fits into your schedule and supports work/life balance.  
• Pursue high-quality education. Gain knowledge and experience to meet the complex health care needs of tomorrow. 

Still have questions? Contact an admission counselor to schedule a call.  

Is OHSU’s RN to B.S. the same as an RN to B.S.N. degree?

Yes, OHSU’s RN to B.S. with a major in nursing is the same as an RN to BSN degree. OHSU’s bachelor’s degree title differs for administrative reasons and won’t affect career opportunities or pay increases.

Why get a B.S. in nursing degree?

Having a B.S. in nursing gives you many advantages over RNs with just an associate degree (ADN/ASN). Nurses with a bachelor's degree in nursing typically have greater health care skills and provide higher-quality patient care. Top hospitals seek out highly trained nurses with their B.S. in nursing to improve patient outcomes.

How do I apply for the RN to B.S. program?

Visit Nursing CAS to apply year-round before each application deadline for fall, winter, spring or summer term.

How long will this undergraduate program take?

Students can complete the RN to B.S. degree online in as little as nine months or up to five years. You set the pace.

Can I attend the program part-time?

Yes. Enroll in either the full- or part-time RN to B.S. program pathway. You can also take up to four leaves of absence if you need to.

Are all RN to B.S. classes online?

Yes. All RN to B.S. program classes and clinical activities are 100% online. There’s no need to come to campus. 

Can I live anywhere while completing this bachelor’s program?

Yes. If you have an Oregon RN license you can take RN to B.S. program classes online from anywhere.

Will the degree title include “online”?

No. The word “online” is not in the degree name. You’ll earn a Bachelor of Science with a major in nursing degree from OHSU.  

Still have questions? Contact an admission counselor.