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RN-BSN Degree Completion Program
The RN to BSN degree completion program is designated for licensed Registered Nurses with an associate degree or nursing diploma to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The program is a three semester, 30 credit hour, online program. For the RN-BSN degree completion 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 nursing education program.
Current registration to practice as a professional registered nurse in Georgia
Evidence of practice - a current resume must be submitted.
One letter of reference - either professional or academic. It is preferred if the professional reference is from a supervisor.
Grade point average minimum 2.5
Must have finished all of the Georgia State University Core requirements prior to graduation.
No more than 4 prerequisite or IMPACTS courses (13 credits) may be outstanding at time of admission.
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.
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