Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Program Details

The online RN to BSN degree completion program from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is designed to help students build the personal foundation for their nursing career and gain the knowledge and skills needed for advancement in clinical ladder programs and a base for graduate education. Students develop critical thinking skills for clinical decision-making, prepare to collaborate in multidisciplinary work, shift focus from care of individuals within a community to the health of a community, refine professional communication, and develop leadership skills. Coursework explores:

  • ​Evidence-based decision making
  • ​Diversity needs in the healthcare environment
  • Using healthcare information systems to support clinical decision-making
  • ​Using teaching-learning theory for patient education
  • ​Partnered decision-making with patients, families, and other providers 

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Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Associate Degree

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Requires completion of an associate or diploma in nursing with at least 63 college credits for transfer
  • Must hold an unencumbered RN license