Welcome Registered Nurse

Hospitals desire their nurses to have a BSN in nursing to step into leadership positions and create high-reliable, transparent organizations. Professional nurses can complete their BSN degree in three to four semesters or 12 to 18 months at Broward College.

RN-BSN Program Supplemental Application Deadlines
Term - Start Month Deadline
Spring - January August 28 - October 15
Summer - May January 3 - March 1
Fall - August April 1 - June 15

Admissions Process

Application Evaluation and Status Check

  • After the program application period closes and program applications are evaluated, BC Health Science Admissions staff will send you an admission selection decision (accepted or denied) into the program within 30 business days (excluding weekends, federal holidays, and other college closure days) after the program application period closes.
  • Students that apply outside the application period, admissions will not be guaranteed for the semester.

Information Sessions

BSN information sessions occur every fourth Wednesday of the month throughout the year. If you are ready to take the next step in your professional career, it's time to apply and receive your BSN.

RN-BSN Student Workshops

Are you a current Broward College RN-BSN Student with an interest to attend a D2L, or portfolio workshop?

Program Details

The RN-BSN Program has an online format that allows more flexibility for students to maintain a work-life balance. The one hundred twenty-three (123) credit hours incorporate the Associate of Arts (AA) and the Associate of Science (AS) lower-division coursework as a foundation for the baccalaureate program. The upper-division nursing coursework prepares professional nurses using technology and cognitive ability to be influential healthcare professionals within the current interdisciplinary setting to promote quality healthcare within a complex, dynamic global healthcare milieu.

  • Lecture classes are online.
  • The BSN courses run between 8-12 weeks throughout the semester.
  • The courses within the BSN offered a well-rounded educational experience.

The program is unique in its courses, including:

  • It has the only End of Life credited course taught by experts.
  • An Ethics course focused on current ethical issues.
  • The campus is at Miramar West Center

Benefits of Pursuing a BSN

  • Opportunity for advancement into leadership or administrative positions
  • Increased earning potential
  • Additional critical thinking and other skills acquired to take with you on a global scale
  • Expanded knowledge base for serving diverse communities
  • Understanding of emerging global trends in the field
  • Advanced techniques for assessing patient health

Program Requirements: Admission Requirements Include:

  • All applicants possess an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited institution recognized by Broward College.
  • All applicants have a Florida nursing license which is active and unencumbered.
  • Possess a 2.5 Cumulative Grade Point Average
  • Students must have completed All general education courses (see list under General Education Courses section) with a 'C' or better grade.

Full Program Requirements

RN-BSN Program Curriculum Options

The RN-BSN Program has an online format to allow flexibility for students focused on maintaining a work-life balance. The upper-division nursing coursework prepares professional nurses using technology and cognitive ability to be influential healthcare professionals within the current interdisciplinary setting to promote quality healthcare within a complex, dynamic global healthcare milieu. In addition, the curriculum provides increased educational opportunities for the Registered Nurse (RN) and Broward College Associate Degree Nurse (ADN) graduates.

Broward College ADN Graduates and RNs applying to the program must have earned an Associate of Science (AS) Degree in nursing.

The RN-BSN Program currently offers four options for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): full-time, part-time, flexible, and direct admission acceptance options.

Students are obligated to meet with the BSN coordinator before registering for classes for their personalized educational plan.

  • Full-time Program Option: The full-time option is a 12-month (3 semester) track sequence of nursing core courses.
  • Part-time Program Option: The part-time option is a 16-18 month (4 semesters) track sequence of nursing core courses.
  • Flexible Program Option: The option maintains a sequence of nursing core courses providing an opportunity to enroll in one to two classes per semester.
  • Direct Admission Option: The direct admission option is a full-time, part-time, or flexible option for Broward College ADN graduates.
BSN Program Details (cont.)
BSN Admissions Process
Scholarships

Accreditation

BROWARD COLLEGE SACSCOC ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

Broward College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.  Broward College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Broward College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).

Additional Program Accreditation 

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Broward College is accredited by:

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
655 K Street NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20001
202-887-6791
www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation

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Email or call our program office at 954-201-4880.
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