Nursing BSN
Get your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at TSC and open your pathways to higher-level positions, including entry into leadership and management or master's and doctoral nursing programs. *Fall 2024 Applications open February 15 and close May 17.
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The program is designed for currently licensed registered nurses who have completed an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ADN). The curriculum complements the coursework and clinical experiences of the ADN, providing a seamless and efficient pathway for BSN students.
BSN courses are offered online, allowing students to move through the program at a pace determined by the student. Candidates must receive their BSN within four years of beginning the core nursing courses (NURXXXX). Courses are offered through the Division of Healthcare Professions located at the Ghazvini Center for Healthcare Education (GCHE).
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the RN-to-BS degree nursing program is Initial Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.
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Program Information
Program Length
30 hours of Nursing core (upper division). Students will have four calendar years after starting the Nursing core curriculum to complete the program.
Tuition and Fees*
The chart below illustrates approximate program costs. Fees are subject to change due to Legislation actions and/or directives from the TSC District Board of Trustees.
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|
Cost Per Credit Hour |
Number of Credit Hours |
Total Cost | |
|
ADN |
$100.83 |
72 |
$7,259.76 |
|
RN to BSN |
$100.83 |
18 |
$1,814.94 |
|
RN to BSN |
$128.51 |
30 |
$3,855.30 |
| Total Cost | 120 | $12,930.00 |
*Does not include additional textbook fees
**The number of lower division courses may vary depending on student's core completion
Each Nursing Core course is taught online and requires an online fee of $10.00 per credit hour as well as a purchase of Course Connect access code from the TSC Bookstore. The Course Connect access provides the student with an E-textbook and access to the course materials, assignments, quizzes, and tests on the Canvas learning management system.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age and meet all admission requirements of the College
- Have you earned a standard high school diploma from an approved high school, or have earned a GED
- Submit a TSC application and supplemental program application
- Be a graduate of a nationally accredited registered nurse program (associate degree or diploma program) from a regionally accredited institution
- Possess a current, valid, unrestricted, unencumbered RN license in the state(s) the student will reside while completing any portion of the coursework
- Have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from a regionally accredited college/university
Steps to Apply
Application Information
This is a limited-access program but is currently not a limited enrollment program. Applicants are accepted based on the admission requirements and deadlines described below. There is no waiting list for this program.
Steps to Apply:
- Review Admissions Requirements.
- Be prepared to provide proof of your current valid RN license.
- Apply to TSC for the Bachelors level program in Nursing.
$10K BSN Degree
Are You Eligible?
All in-state students are opted into the program upon their initial enrollment at TSC. There are no forms or applications to fill out. In order to remain in the program, students must meet the following requirements on a continuing basis:
- Maintain Florida residency
- Maintain a minimum of 3.0 each term while enrolled in associate’s and bachelor’s programs.
- Complete the FAFSA each year.
- Be full-time and successfully complete at least 30 credit hours per academic year.
- Be continuously enrolled in an associate’s and bachelor’s degree program at TSC. Students must complete a maximum of 4 years upon initial enrollment in TSC.
- Prep and repeat courses, withdrawals, failures, or credit hours taken outside the program of study are excluded and are the student's responsibility.
- Costs associated with special course fees, lab fees, textbooks, or associated costs are excluded and are the student's responsibility.
At the completion of the BSN degree, the College will determine if the student has met all of the eligibility requirements. If all requirements are met, the student will receive a refund on tuition payments over $10,000, after deducting any financial aid received during their time in the program. Students will not be reimbursed for any of the uncovered costs mentioned above.