California State University Sacramento

The School of Nursing offers two pathways for students who start their nursing education in a non-baccalaureate program to earn a bachelor's degree (BSN).

These two pathways are:

1. RN-BSN - Traditional 15-Week Semester track
2. ADN to BSN Collaborative track

Both tracks are designed to be completed in 12-15 months if attending full time. Nursing courses are offered in hybrid format (mostly online). Depending on the student's need, General Education courses may be hybrid or on campus. The programs include a Community/Public Health clinical course (NURS 174C). Completion of the full program of study, which includes NURS 174C, qualifies students to apply for a Public Health Nurse (PHN) certificate from the the California Board of Registered Nursing. The School of Nursing faculty strongly recommend NURS 174C for all students as it is an important part of the BSN education and offers opportunities for diverse nursing roles and employment.

Admission Requirements

RN-BSN - Traditional 15-Week Semester Track:

• Prerequisite courses must be completed prior to admission;
• Must possess a current valid California registered nursing license;
• Applicants who are currently employed as a Registered Nurse and/or completed all prerequisites will have priority for admission;
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 upon completion of qualifying nursing program
  • In the event all candidates meet all eligibility requirements, supplemental written or oral communication may be required;
• Admission to Sacramento State including official transcripts of all institutions attended;
• Completed RN to BSN online application;
• Program admission is contingent upon meeting requirements outlined and passing drug screening and background check.

ADN to BSN Collaborative Track:

• Students currently in good standing and actively enrolled in once of the community college nursing programs at American River, Sacramento City, or Sierra College are eligible to apply;
• Prerequisite courses must be completed prior to admission;
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or higher
  • In the event all candidates meet all eligibility requirements, supplemental written or oral communication may be required;
• Admission to Sacramento State including official transcripts of all institutions attended;
• Completed RN to BSN online application;
• Program admission is contingent upon meeting requirements outlined and passing drug screening and background check;

Note: Students must pass the NCELX RN examination and possess a current valid Registered Nurse License to enroll in third semester. Students not passing the examination may apply for the RN-BSN Program and have units transferred.