Online RN to BSN program

Why enroll in Linfield’s RN to BSN online program?

Build upon your prior professional and educational experience

Our online RN to BSN program levels up your health care expertise, utilizing your academic and career background to propel your success. To expedite your education, we award credits for previous coursework and your RN license. Additionally, at Linfield, there is no transfer or prerequisite credit expiration, ensuring your hard work doesn’t go to waste.

Interested in learning more about how your previous credits transfer to Linfield University? We offer a free pre-admission transcript evaluation to guide you through the application process.

Benefit from a flexible online program format

As a working nurse, your time is valuable. The RN to BSN degree program's 100% online format allows you to tailor your education to fit your busy schedule. Our online nursing courses offer maximum flexibility and the same high-quality training as an on-campus program. Learn from certified nursing instructors and practitioners to gain real-world insight and expertise in a way that meaningfully impacts your current and future work.

Choose from various admissions pathways

Every student’s academic journey is unique. To boost the success of our nursing students, we’ve created a co-admission agreement with 13 community college partners to provide a seamless progression from the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program to the RN to BSN program. Through this strategic partnership, we ensure our students have supportive advising, a streamlined curricular progression and an easy transfer credit process.

Learn more about how Linfield continues to foster strong community relationships.

Study in a nationally ranked, CCNE-accredited nursing program

Long considered one of the leading online colleges in the state of Oregon, Linfield University is a fully accredited, highly regarded academic institution focused on excellence in higher education.

Additionally, the Linfield University baccalaureate and master's degree programs in nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Our Linfield-Good Samaritan School of Nursing proudly boasts this accreditation, which is recognized nationally by employers and graduate nursing programs. It ensures you receive a relevant, comprehensive education that equips you for advanced nursing work.

RN to BSN program curriculum

Linfield’s RN to BSN degree program offers a rigorous health care education that prioritizes a solid theoretical base, evidence-based care and leadership training.

The curriculum consists of six core nursing courses (24 credits) plus six elective credits, delivered over four 10-week semesters. Depending on your prior coursework, you must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at Linfield University to earn your BSN degree.

After completing your RN-BSN Transition to Professional Practice courses, you explore more advanced nursing concepts to round out your professional practice. You gain stronger communication skills to increase collaboration with your colleagues and better serve your diverse range of patients. You also examine areas related to the health and care of local and global populations, as well as how to lead in health care settings to enhance efficiency and the overall quality of patient care.

Your studies incorporate a diverse range of clinical placements within your community and weave skill growth with interprofessional collaboration. With a strong emphasis on the integration of technology and the advancement of clinical prevention and population health, you acquire valuable experience working directly with patients and growing as a leader. Additionally, we create our clinical placements in accordance with the AACN Essentials to ensure your fieldwork supports your overall education and professional development.

To learn more, review the RN to BSN program requirements and nursing course descriptions.

Learn from expert nursing faculty

At Linfield, we understand the unique challenges working students face. To support you along your path, our faculty and staff offer the personalized attention and guidance needed for success. We pair you with an academic advisor who assists you during every stage of your journey. You also have access to online tutoring services, as well as exceptional research and library assistance.

The benefits of getting a bachelor’s in nursing

As the local and global health care systems continue to grow and become increasingly complex, medical facilities depend on nurses and their diverse skill sets to care for patients and promote community health and well-being. However, health facilities are also raising their standard of education for nurses. For example, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) notes that health care facilities prefer — or are required — to hire BSN-educated nurses. Enrolling in an RN to BSN completion program supports your professional growth and career advancement.

Because nurses with a BSN degree undergo more in-depth clinical training and tend to have stronger leadership skills, they are more qualified for management positions like Clinical Nurse Manager or Nursing Director, which have higher yearly salaries and increased career potential.

Increase your credentials — apply to Linfield’s RN to BSN online program

With your Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, you enrich your understanding of the health care industry, strengthen your skills and you can tackle higher-level nursing roles. Our flexible nursing program allows you to tailor your education to suit your busy work schedule without sacrificing your future career aspirations.