Online RN to BSN
Our RN to BSN program is ranked #1 on the 2025 list of Best Online RN to BSN Programs in Ohio according to RegisteredNursing.org. This top ranking was based on the quality, flexibility, and affordability of our RN to BSN program.
Why Choose UC’s College of Nursing RN to BSN Online Program?
The University of Cincinnati College of Nursing’s online RN to BSN program builds on the knowledge and experience of registered nurses, enhancing their ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based care for diverse populations. Students strengthen their capacity to collaborate on interprofessional teams, implement best practices to improve safety and outcomes, and lead with confidence in healthcare policy and patient advocacy.
Offered by UC’s nationally recognized College of Nursing, this flexible online program delivers the same respected degree, rigorous curriculum, and dedicated faculty support that define the UC experience.
UC Online | RN to BSN Online Program Overview
Want to know more about the UC College of Nursing RN to BSN online program? Hear from program director Dr. Rebeca Lee, PhD, MSN, RN, PHCNS-BS, CTN-A, FTNSS. In this video, you’ll hear about her nursing journey, learn about the program’s features, and what to expect to gain from the RN to BSN online program.
College of Nursing RN to BSN Online Program Offerings
The UC Difference
Affordable Quality Education:
- Easy credit transfer from previous regionally accredited institutions. Transfer credits from those institutions do not expire
- No hidden fees
- Only 9 core nursing courses (27 credit hours)
- Scholarship opportunities available
- Tuition remission benefits through qualified employers
Flexibility:
- All courses last only 7 weeks and are offered 2 times a semester*
- Asynchronous coursework
- Courses offered in spring, summer and fall semesters
- Option to minor in public health
*Statistics, Focus on Community, and Capstone courses last 14 weeks
Support from Application through Graduation:
- Enrollment Services Advisor to assist with application, answering questions, and ensuring that UC is the right fit for you.
- Student Success Coordinator to help you prepare for classes, assist with registration, and get you ready for your program.
- Clinical Site Coordinator to guide you through your clinical rotations and practicum experiences.
- Program Directors oversee the operations of their program and engage with students for the duration of their studies.
- Faculty who will teach each course offer virtual office hours and provide support with your coursework.
- Financial Aid Support Staff who work exclusively with students in our online distance programs.
Admission into the University of Cincinnati’s College of Nursing RN to BSN online program is open to students with an ADN degree and the desire to succeed in college.
Prerequisites
- Documented completion of an associate degree or diploma in nursing program in preparation for RN licensure
- Recommended minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. (This is a recommended minimum, only. Applicants with a cumulative GPA lower than 2.5 are still considered for admission).
Readmission
Current RN to BSN online students who have not enrolled in classes for more than three semesters must complete the readmission application.
NO RN LICENSE REQUIRED TO APPLY
College of Nursing has removed the RN license requirement of the application. Students must demonstrate proof of RN license before enrolling in NBSN 4068 and NBSN 4081. Contact an Enrollment Advisor to learn more!
All applicants will complete the online application for the RN to BSN online program. The application fee is currently waived for all RN to BSN online students through the 2025-2026 school year.
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Official transcripts should be sent to us by your school official via email or in the mail by the posted application deadline, from every school attended showing all course work completed, including degrees granted and dates of conferral. E-transcripts can be sent to admissions@uc.edu.
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UC College of Nursing accepts previously completed coursework from regionally accredited institutions*. To look up how courses from other institutions transfer to UC, visit the Transfer Equivalency Database.
* Please note that if you completed coursework at a nationally accredited institution, these courses will not transfer and you will need to complete these courses at a regionally accredited institution. If you have a question as to if your program was regionally or nationally accredited, contact an Enrollment Services Advisor at onlinerecruitment@uc.edu.
Non-transferable institutions include: ATA/Beckfield College, Fortis College, Straightliner, Hondros College of Nursing, Galen College of Nursing prior to 2013.
UC’s RN to BSN online program does not require RNs to have completed certain courses before they are admitted and begin the program; however, RNs who have not completed one or more of the general education courses at a regionally accredited institution as part of their associate degree must complete the course(s) as part of the RN to BSN online program.
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Returning RN to BSN students and UC Blue Ash Students must complete an application for re-admission.
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Because of state boards of nursing and department of education regulations, the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing is unable to accept applications for our online RN to BSN program from individuals who reside in the following states:
- Louisiana
- Massachusetts
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- Tennessee
- Washington
Currently, we cannot admit students from any U.S. territory: America Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
| Term | App Deadline | Classes Start |
|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 Fall 2026 |
March 15, 2026 July 1, 2026 |
May 11, 2026 August 24, 2026 |
UC’s College of Nursing Accredited RN to BSN Online Program
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The baccalaureate, Master of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, D.C. 20001. Contact CCNE at 202-887-6791. CCNE is the accrediting arm of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN).
All programs were accredited for 10 years in 2016 and will undergo reaccreditation in 2026.
Designated a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence in Nursing Education
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