Program Details
The online Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is an accelerated program designed for students with a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field. Nursing theory courses are offered fully online. In-person components include clinical rotations near the student’s home community and three on-campus experiences.
The accelerated program is academically rigorous, with students typically spending 8 to 12 hours a day on coursework. Clinical rotations allow students to gain experience with clinical specialties including adults, obstetrics, mental health, pediatrics, geriatrics, and community health.
Coursework for this online Nursing degree includes:
- Health assessment
- Adult health with pharmacologic implications
- Legal and ethical care
- Mental health theory
- Leadership and management
% Online
Mostly OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.5 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Resume/CV, Official College Transcript(s), Occupational License, Interview, Criminal Background Check
Additional Info
- The program requires three on-campus residencies: orientation weekend, a two-week lab/clinical combination, and advaced concepts/capstone week.
- Applicants must have a non-nursing bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Certification as a nursing assistant is required. Work experience as a CNA is strongly recommended.
Restricted States
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming