Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online
Prepare for a successful nursing practice that empowers your ability to deliver expert care and compassion to diverse patients in a variety of settings.
Program Overview
Take a closer look at WP’s RN to BSN online program.
Broaden your career opportunities and meet the challenges of changing nursing responsibilities in contemporary healthcare with the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing online program from William Paterson University.
Our innovative program is committed to your growth, enabling you to earn a premier nursing degree affordably and with the flexibility to accommodate your schedule. Throughout this program, our RN to BSN faculty will encourage your pursuit of self-development, professional growth, and leadership capabilities. As a graduate, you will be prepared to continue your nursing education at the master's or doctorate level.
Graduates of this online RN to BSN program will be able to:
- Synthesize knowledge from the humanities, the natural and behavioral sciences, and nursing to implement nursing practice decisions
- Engage in critical thinking in all aspects of nursing
- Deliver culturally sensitive care reflecting global issues at all levels of prevention
- Use and manage information technology in nursing practice
- Communicate effectively in professional relationships
- Collaborate with patients, families, and other healthcare providers to design, manage, and coordinate healthcare
- Apply economic and management principles in leadership roles
- Evaluate research findings as they apply to nursing practice
- Practice nursing as prescribed by legal standards and in accordance with ethical principles
- Synthesize knowledge from the humanities, the natural and behavioral sciences, and nursing to implement nursing practice decisions
- Engage in critical thinking in all aspects of nursing
- Deliver culturally sensitive care reflecting global issues at all levels of prevention
- Use and manage information technology in nursing practice
- Communicate effectively in professional relationships
- Collaborate with patients, families, and other healthcare providers to design, manage, and coordinate healthcare
- Apply economic and management principles in leadership roles
- Evaluate research findings as they apply to nursing practice
- Practice nursing as prescribed by legal standards and in accordance with ethical principles
This RN to BSN online program prepares you for a variety of roles, such as:
- Surgical Nurse
- Pediatric Nurse
- Hospice Nurse
- Nurse Case Manager
- Critical Care Nurse
- Surgical Nurse
- Pediatric Nurse
- Hospice Nurse
- Nurse Case Manager
- Critical Care Nurse
Also available:
- Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Education
- Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing – Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Administration
The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, post-master's degree certification in adult gerontology and family nurse practitioner, and DNP programs at William Paterson University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (ccneaccreditation.org). Expires June 30, 2030.
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Tuition
Earning a degree from WP is more affordable than you might expect.
The RN to BSN online program from William Paterson University offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. Tuition includes a nursing course fee that provides students a range of services and resources that specifically support student learning and success in the online nursing programs.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN to BSN | $329.75 | $989.25 | $9,892.50 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Put these dates in your calendar so you will never miss a deadline.
William Paterson University online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/27/25 | 1/5/25 | 1/8/25 | 1/17/25 | 1/22/25 | 3/16/25 | 7 weeks |
| Spring II | 3/24/25 | 3/2/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/14/25 | 3/19/25 | 5/11/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer I | 5/19/25 | 4/27/25 | 4/30/25 | 5/9/25 | 5/14/25 | 7/6/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer II | 7/14/25 | 6/22/25 | 6/24/25 | 7/3/25 | 7/9/25 | 8/31/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall I | 9/8/25 | 8/17/25 | 8/20/25 | 8/29/25 | 9/3/25 | 10/26/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall II | 11/3/25 | 10/12/25 | 10/15/25 | 10/24/25 | 10/29/25 | 12/21/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Get started on your RN to BSN online program.
At WP, we've streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the RN to BSN online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. Review the Program Map to determine eligibility of this program in your state.
The requirements include:
- Associate degree or diploma in Nursing from an accredited institution
- RN license, valid and unencumbered
- GPA of 2.5 or higher
You must meet the following requirements for admission to the RN to BSN online program:
- Submit online application and $50 application fee
- Associate degree or diploma in Nursing from an accredited university, with a minimum 2.5 overall GPA
- Valid, unencumbered RN license
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Enrollment ServicesMorrison Hall 102
300 Pompton Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Courses
Explore the courses in WP’s RN to BSN online program.
For the RN to BSN online, you must complete 27 credit hours of core courses and a three-credit-hour elective.
*We have made transferring your credits easy! 30 of the total 120 credits needed for a baccalaureate degree will be awarded for the RN license. In addition, the University Core Curriculum (general education) will be considered complete for applicants with an AS, AAS or Diploma and 60 college credits, meaning you will only need to complete the 30 hour nursing program and a Statistics course if you have not yet completed one. Please speak with your Enrollment Specialist to find out more information about this generous transfer credit policy!
