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RN-BS Bridge Program
The RN to BS Bridge program is designated for licensed Registered Nurses with an associate degree or nursing diploma to earn a Bachelorof Science with a major in nursing. The program is three semesters, 30 credit hours, online program. For the RN-BSN Bridge Program only, the 39 hour Residency Requirement, which is a requirement of all Bachelor degree programs at Georgia State University is waived. Admission to this program is only once per year in the fall.
Admission requirements
Acceptance to Georgia State University with nursing as the designated major.
Graduation from an accredited associate degree or diploma program.
Current registration to practice as a registered professional nurse in Georgia.
Evidence of practice - a current resume must be submitted.
Two letters of reference - one professional and one academic. Academic reference must come from school of nursing attended. Professional reference must come from an immediate supervisor. If a student has been out of school for more than 5yrs then a reference from a work colleague may take the place of the academic reference.
Grade point average minimum 2.5
Must have finished all of the Georgia State University Core requirements areas A-E prior to graduation.
No more than 4 prerequisite courses (13 credits) may be outstanding at time of admission.
Full time students are expected to complete all courses both nursing and prerequisites within two years.
Part time students are expected to complete within three years
A minimum grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisites
Upon receipt of an acceptance letter from the School of Nursing, the student will be required to establish contact with the School of Nursing records office to complete required forms and health-related requirements prior to entry into the nursing sequence.
