- About the Program
- Curriculum – including courses
- Admission Requirements
- Start Dates and Application Deadlines
- Tuition
About the Program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is offered jointly by Rowan University College of Graduate & Continuing Education and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. It is designed to provide RNs with the opportunity to acquire a highly sought after BSN degree with little interruption to professional or personal obligations.
The BSN degree prepares registered nurses for advancement opportunities in the ever-expanding field of nursing. This degree allows nurses to augment their knowledge base and thus enhance their career. This degree also acts as a stepping stone for the nurse who wishes to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing degree with six graduate credits included in the program curriculum.
Curriculum - Program Code: .BXBSN-NURSE / Major Code: 1203
The RN to BSN curriculum includes 121 credits and incorporates both Rowan University and the UMDNJ School of Nursing requirements. Students are awarded credits for the prerequisites taken prior to admission to the program. Those graduating from a National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) associate degree or diploma program are awarded 30 nursing credits upon matriculation into the program. Students may transfer up to 90 credits and must fulfill general education requirements of Rowan University, either through the transfer of credits or the completion of courses at Rowan University. Additional coursework may be required, depending upon the amount of credits transferred in to Rowan. This program may be completed on a part-time basis.
Coursework
Courses are scheduled in 8 and 14 week modules with each week of work starting every Tuesday at 8:00a.m. and ending every Monday at 11:59p.m. (Eastern Standard Time). The graduate-level courses listed here are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the CGCE section tally.
| Course Title | Semester Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | ||
| English Composition | 6 | |
| Public Speaking | 3 | |
| Laboratory Science | 4 | |
| Statistics | 3 | |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 6 | |
| History/Humanities/Languages | 6 | |
| Multicultural/Global | 3 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Literature | 3 | |
| Writing Intensive (WI) | 3 | |
| General Elective Options | 20 | |
| Nursing Concentration | Comprehensive Health Assessment | 3 |
| Nursing Informatics | 3 | |
| Research, Applications in Nursing Practice | 3 | |
| Community Health Nursing | 6 | |
| Healthcare Policy & Finance | 3 | |
| Nursing Care Delivery Systems | 4 | |
| Advanced Pathophysiology (Graduate) | 3 | |
| Advanced Pharmacology (Graduate) | 3 | |
| Nursing Elective | ||
| Ethics in Healthcare | 3 | |
| OR | ||
| Nursing Research | 4 | |
| Pre-Licensure Nursing Courses in Transfer | 30 | |
| Total Semester Hours: 121 | ||
Admissions Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below a representative from the CGCE Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or indicating any missing items.
- CGCE RN to BSN Application Form (pdf)
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- List of courses in progress (if applicable)
- Graduation from a National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) associate degree or diploma program
- One official transcript from all colleges attended
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Current licensure or eligibility to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of New Jersey
Start Dates and Application Deadlines
Below is a list of B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) anticipated start dates. The start dates indicated are based on the university calendar or the CGCE schedule. Your actual first day of class will depend on the course sequence which will be provided by a CGCE Enrollment Advisor once you have matriculated in the program.
| Entry Term & Module | Start Date(s) | Application Deadline(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2012 | TBD | 07/16/2012 |
| Spring 2013 | TBD | 11/21/2012 |
Tuition and Costs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) $425.00 per semester hour
UMDNJ Graduate courses – part of the RN to BSN curriculum $527.33 per semester hour
(these rates apply to academic year 2011/2012 and is subject to change)