Program Overview
The online RN to BSN program at the University of Louisiana Monroe takes you beyond the bedside to give you a more global view of nursing through management classes. Courses in this online RN to BSN program prepare you for advanced nursing roles as well as further study in graduate school. ULM faculty is there to help throughout your degree program journey, working closely with you and providing ongoing guidance to help you succeed.
In this accelerated online RN to BSN program, you will study basic techniques for the assessment of health status, learn to provide evidence-based nursing care that respects patient and family preferences, and understand how to utilize data to monitor the outcomes of care processes. You will be introduced to basic pharmacological principles and explore the nurse’s role in the development and use of technology and information management systems.
As a graduate, you will be able to achieve quality patient care by functioning effectively within nursing and interprofessional teams, fostering open communication and shared decision-making through management and leadership principles. The RN to BSN capstone course provides experiential learning to integrate clinical knowledge with concepts and theories that can be utilized in your professional nursing practice.
The baccalaureate degree programs in nursing at the University of Louisiana Monroe are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
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Also available:
Check out our Master of Science in Nursing – Gerontologic Clinical Nurse Leader online program.
Tuition and Fees
The ULM RN to BSN online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. Financial aid may also be available for eligible students.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Hour Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN to BSN | $291.67* | $875.01 | $8,750 |
*Credit hour rate of $291 also applies to general education credits.
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.ed.gov, using the Federal School Code for ULM: 002020.
If you have questions regarding financial aid, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 318-342-5320.
Aja Hallmark
ULM online RN to BSN graduate
"You should do more if you feel that you can offer more to your profession. There's nothing wrong with an associate [degree], but you have to have a bachelor's if you want to do more with nursing, period."
Calendar
The RN to BSN online program features eight-week courses delivered in a convenient online format—with five starts each year. View the full calendar to find the best class start date for you and submit your application, documents, and tuition by the corresponding deadlines.
Now Enrolling:
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Late Registration Deadline* | Late Payment Deadline* | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/12/2020 | 09/28/2020 | 10/05/2020 | 10/12/2020 | 10/12/2020 | N/A | N/A | 12/11/2020 |
| Spring 1 | 01/11/2021 | 12/28/2020 | 01/04/2021 | 01/11/2021 | 01/11/2021 | 01/11/2021 | 01/15/2021 | 03/12/2021 |
| Spring 2 | 03/15/2021 | 03/01/2021 | 03/08/2021 | 03/15/2021 | 03/15/2021 | N/A | N/A | 05/14/2021 |
| Summer | 06/01/2021 | 05/18/2021 | 05/25/2021 | 06/01/2021 | 06/01/2021 | 06/01/2021 | 06/04/2021 | 07/01/2021 |
*For those registering in Spring 1, Summer and Fall 1 who do not pay by the registration deadline will be dropped and required to register and pay $100 late fee. Please note late registration and late payment are not available for those starting in Spring 2 and Fall 2.
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Admissions
The admission process is the first step toward earning your RN to BSN online from ULM. Requirements for admission include:
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Online Program Admission Requirements
Applicants for the RN to BSN online program are evaluated on a holistic basis. Applicants must submit a $20 application fee and meet the following criteria:
- Proof of active, unencumbered RN license
- Graduate of a nationally accredited diploma or associate degree in nursing program
- Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA
- Submission of official transcripts from all accredited colleges and universities attended
- Students entering N4077 or N4079 must provide proof of employment prior to registering for these courses, by mailing and faxing the Employer Verification Form to the School of Nursing.
If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
University of Louisiana MonroeOffice of Admissions
700 University Avenue
Monroe, LA 71209
Have a question? Call us at 800-917-3236.
Courses
To earn the RN to BSN online, students must complete the courses listed below for a total of 30 credit hours.
English Composition (6 hours required)
ENGL 1001: English Composition
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Composition of analytical, expository, and argumentative writing; emphasizing writing as a process that includes analyzing a writing situation, prewriting, drafting, revising, and some documentation. Co-requisite(s): Students whose placement criteria indicate that they are deficient in basic English skills will be required to enroll in ENGL 1000 along with ENGL 1001.
ENGL 1002: English Composition
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Composition of analytical and argumentative writing using documentation and research. Prerequisite: 1001 with C or better.
Humanities (9 hours required)
3 hours must be English literature
Math (6 hours required)
MATH 1009: Applied Algebra for College Students
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Emphasis on applications involving: solving equations and inequalities; function properties and graphs; linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Recommended for students who will not take MATH 1031. Prerequisite(s): MATH ACT 18 or higher. Students with MATH ACT of 18 must concurrently enroll in MATH 1000. Students may not receive crredit for both MATH 1009 AND MATH 1011. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 1009 AND MATH 1011.
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
In-depth treatment of solving equations and inequalities; function properties and graphs; inverse functions; linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions with applications; systems of equations. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 1011 and MATH 1009. Prerequisite(s): Open only to students whose Math ACT is 19 or higher or successful completion of MATH 0093.
MATH 1016: Elementary Statistics
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Descriptive statistics; probability calculations; discrete and continuous probability distributions (including the binomial and Poisson distributions, the normal and Student-t distributions); interval estimations, hypothesis testing, linear regression and correlation. Not applicable to a major or minor in computer science. Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1009, MATH 1011, MATH 1013 or MATH 1014.
Natural/Physical Science (9 hours required)
Chemistry is also required, please connect with your advisor to understand your options.
BIOL 1014: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to anatomy and physiology, including cells, tissues, organs, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Non-majors only. Cannot be taken for credit if credit has been awarded for BIOL 3010.
BIOL 1016: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 1
A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 1014. Two hours laboratory. Prerequisite(s): “C” or better or registration in BIOL 1014. Non-majors only.
BIOL 1015: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology II
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 1
A continuation of BIOL 1014. Structure and function of the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in BIOL 1014. Non-majors only. Cannot be taken for credit if credit has been awarded in BIOL 3010.
BIOL 1017: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 1
A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 1015. Two hours laboratory. Prerequisite(s): “C” or better or registration in BIOL 1015, BIOL 1016. Non-majors only.
BIOL 2014: Introductory Microbiology
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The distribution and importance of microorganisms in nature. Methods of studying and controlling microorganisms. Their role in agriculture, industry and medicine. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore or higher standing and “C” or better in one of the following: BIOL 1001, BIOL 1014, BIOL 1020 or equivalent.
BIOL 2015: Introductory Microbiology Laboratory
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 1
A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 2014. Two hours laboratory. Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in BIOL 2014.BIOL 2028
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 2
A detailed study of nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, and reproductive systems, and their pathophysiology. Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in BIOL 1014 and BIOL 1015 or BIOL 3010
Psych (6 hours required)
PSYC 2001 Introduction to Psychology
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Consideration of the nature of democracy, civil rights, federalism, the political proc0ess, the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, and current problems.
PSCY: 2078 Developmental Psychology
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Human life-span developmental psychology emphasizing an integrative conceptualization of the totality of ontogenetic, behavioral and physiological changes. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2001.
Fine Arts (3 hours required)
MUSC: 1091: Enjoyment of Music
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A non-technical course designed to provide the layman with the understanding necessary for the enjoyment of music of various types, including music of different races and ethnic groups.
Other (3 hours required)
Duration: 8 Weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Application of principles of basic nutrition throughout the life cycle. Emphasis is on the relationship of nutrition to health and disease
NURS 2070: Principles of Pharmacology for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course will introduce professional nursing students to basic pharmacologic principles, therapeutics, classification, effects and basic mechanisms of drug action, in addition to illustrating the healthcare professional’s role in applying the knowledge of drugs to patient care. Pre-reqs: An active, unencumbered RN License.
NURS 2020: Professional Nursing Concepts
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A transitional course to advance the registered nurse's career in the professional role. Prerequisite(s): Registration or credit in NURS 2003, NURS 2012, NURS 2014, NURS 2070, and NURS 4006. An active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license
NURS 2003: Health Assessment for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course emphasizes the theoretical concepts of holistic health and the role that physical assessment plays in evaluation of those concepts for the professional nurse. In addition, physical assessment is stressed as one data gathering technique within the Nursing Process. The human being is viewed from a total person approach. Assessment throughout the age continuum is applied at the level of health maintenance and health promotion. Prerequisites: An active unencumbered, Registered Nurse license.
NURS 2014: Computing for Nurses for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 2
Professional nursing students will access and evaluate electronic sources of health care information, discuss technological innovations in health care, explore the nurse's role in the development and use of technology and information management systems, and examine the relationship of technology to quality patient care and safety.
NURS 4006: Nursing Research for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Introduces the professional nursing student to the basic concepts of evidence-based practice as it is used to enhance the delivery of quality, safe, patient-centered care. RN to BSN students will learn the skills needed to help them read and understand nursing research, critically appraise research evidence, and develop an evidence-based nursing practice.
NURS 2012: Gerontology and Genomics for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
In this course, professional nursing students will differentiate between normal aging changes and those resulting from lifestyle choices and disease processes. Students address common health issues of older adults such as hyperpharmacy, immobility, and nutritional deficits. Students will explore personal and societal attitudes toward aging. The course will prepare professional nursing students by reinforcing the basic principles of genetics and disease while exploring new advances and discussing how these advances will affect health care. Prerequisites: An active unencumbered, Registered Nurse license.
NURS 4076: Nursing Management for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 2
Management theory and principles for the Registered Nurse focusing on utilizing management principles and skills in providing care to individuals. Prerequisites: NURS 2003, NURS 2012, NURS 2014, NURS 2020; An active unencumbered, Registered Nurse license, credit or registration in NURS 4077.
NURS 4077: Nursing Management RN to BSN Practicum
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 4
This is a clinical course that incorporates concepts from all previous nursing course work. The RN student will complete 96 clinical hours focusing on the application of management theory for the delivery of health care in a variety of settings. Prerequisites: NURS 2003, NURS 2012, NURS 2014, NURS 2020, NURS 2070, and NURS 4006, an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license, and credit or registration in NURS 4076. Students entering into NURS 4077 or NURS 4079 must provide proof as a Registered Nurse in a clinic setting prior to registering for these courses. by mailing or faxing the Employer Verification Form to the School of Nursing.
NURS 4078: Public Health Nursing RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Public health theory and principles for the RN student focusing on the health needs of aggregates, families, and groups. Prerequisites: NURS 2003, NURS 2012, NURS 2014, NURS 2020, NURS 2070, and NURS 4006, an active unencumbered, Registered Nurse license, and credit or registration in NURS 4079.
NURS 4079: Public Health Nursing RN Practicum
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 2
RN students will demonstrate nursing practice as applied to aggregates, families and groups within the core public health functions of assessment, policy development and assurance.
NURS 4090: Capstone for RN to BSN
Duration: 8 weeks | Credit Hours: 2
This course is designed to allow the nursing student the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and skills from the curriculum and integrate them into an individual capstone experience. Students develop an individualized program of study to integrate concepts/theories of the nursing program into their professional practice. Role development of the baccalaureate nurse is stressed. Prerequistes: Current enrollment or credit in NURS 4076, NURS 4077, NURS 4078, and NURS 4079; An active unencumbered, Registered Nurse license.
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