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Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion Program for RNs

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The Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV School of Nursing Bachelor of Science Completion Program for Registered Nurses (RNs) is designed to provide advanced education and expand opportunities for currently licensed registered nurses and students concurrently enrolled in an Associate Degree RN program. Classes are taught online and one clinical course is required, which can be completed in the student's community of residence.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion program provides learning opportunities for students to prepare them for the role of the professional nurse in today's complex health care system.

More Information

Questions related to this degree program should be addressed to:

Kimberly Gratiot

Kim Gratiot, M.Ed.

Undergraduate Program Manager

Office: Meridian

208-373-1784

sonadvis@isu.edu

Program Overview

Co-Requisite Courses

Our 2 co-requisite courses can be completed before or during program enrollment and must be completed with a C grade or higher.

Requisite Course
 ISU Course
ISU Credits
Pathobiology BIOL 2229 3
Statistical Reasoning MATH 1153 3
    Total: 6

We use all completed requisites combined with all completed ADRN courses to calculate the nursing application GPA and a minimum 2.0 GPA is required for the nursing application.

If courses are taken outside of Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV, official transcripts verifying successful completion must be submitted to the ISU Registrar’s Office as part of the ISU application process.

Petitions to the School of Nursing may be required to establish equivalence for courses taken from other colleges or universities (see "School of Nursing Petition Process" below).

BSN Completion Nursing Curriculum

NURS Curriculum

All NURS courses must be completed with a C grade or higher and a minimum 2.0 GPA is required for graduation. Students are strongly encouraged to complete the  requirements prior to starting our upper-division nursing courses. Students are also encouraged to review the .

Required NURS Courses
 ISU Course Number
ISU Credits
Professional Nursing in the 21st Century NURS 3101 3
Promotion of Nursing Wellness and Resilience NURS 3141 2
Introduction to Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice NURS 3331 2
Nursing Care of the Older Adult NURS 3372 2
Health, Equity, Ethics, and Legal Considerations NURS 4101 2
Population Health Management in Nursing NURS 4200 3
Leadership and Population Health Practicum** NURS 4202 4
Nursing Leadership and Management* NURS 4220 2
    Total: 20

*ADRN degree or RN license verification required before enrollment

**To be completed concurrently or after NURS 4220 & NURS 4200

Pick your own Tiger Track:

Additional Upper-Division Elective credits are required to meet Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV’s Bachelor's Degree requirements. We are excited to announce a partnership with the following certificate programs, allowing students to earn the certificate of their choice along with their BSN! Schedule with the program academic advisor to learn more.

Certificate Type Total Credits
Geriatric Certificate 8
Certificate in Training and Development 12
Organizational Leadership Certificate 12

In lieu of completing a Certificate, students may build their own Tiger Track curriculum.

Please meet with the advisor to discuss your options!

BSN Completion Pathways

 

School of Nursing (SON) - Prerequisite Course Petition

    • This process applies only to SON undergraduate prerequisite courses.
    • It does not apply to NURS courses or ISU General Education Objectives.

         Have questions? Create an appointment with your nursing advisor.


    1. Types of Course Petitions
    • Completed Course:
      If you have already taken a course that does not transfer as an equivalent SON prerequisite
      • Must have a grade of C or higher
      • C- or lower is not accepted

             Required Documents:

      • Course description (from institution website)
      • Unofficial transcript (for grade verification)
        • SON staff cannot access ISU transcripts; this document is still required
    • Course Pre-Approval
      If you plan to take a course and want to confirm it will meet SON prerequisite requirements
      • If approved, you must still earn a C or higher
      • C- or lower will not be accepted

    Required Documents:

      • Course description (from institution website)

    1. Processing Time
    • Petitions take 2-3 weeks to review.
      • Processing pauses during ISU winter break (not included in review timeline).

         3. Course Expiration Guidelines

    • Pathobiology, BIOL 2229, must be completed within 3 years of the application date.
      • If expired, you will need to submit a course petition including:
        • Original course description
        • Unofficial transcript
        • Personal statement explaining how you are actively using the content
        • Proof of relevant work experience
    • Statistical Reasoning, MATH 1153, has no expiration timeline

         


        4. Submission Process

    • To submit a course petition:
      • Complete the petition form below
      • Submit through DocuSign
    •  You will receive a confirmation email after submission from DocuSign
    •   After review, you will receive a second DocuSign email with:
      • Final determination
      • Review notes

        5. After Course Petition Review

    • Approved: Completed Course:
      Send official transcript to ISU Registrar
    • Approved: Course Pre-Approval:
      Complete the course with a C or higher, then send official transcript to ISU Registrar
    • Voided Petitions
      • If requirements are not followed:
        • Petition will be voided (cancelled)
        • You must resubmit the course petition again
        • Resubmitted petitions restart the review timeline (2-3 weeks)

    Sending Official Transcripts to ISU Registrar

    Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution.

      • Electronic transcripts:

            Sent via Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, Escrip-Safe, etc

            Email: tceinfo@isu.edu

      • Mailed transcripts:
        Office of the Registrar
        Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV
        921 S. 8th Ave
        Mail Stop 8196
        Pocatello, ID 83209-8196

    Note: Nursing advisors will request DegreeWork updates after admission into the program


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    Program Information and Outcomes 

    The School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion program offers the following:

    • Online and clinical courses: 16 NURS credits plus 6 co-requisite credits
    • Students may concurrently enroll after completing their first term of their Associate Degree in Nursing Program
    • Coursework is completed based on an individualized Plan of Study
    • Clinical rotations can be planned in the student’s geographic location
    • Online educational methods provide flexibility in completion of coursework

    Please see the BSN Completion Nursing Curriculum for the requisite and upper division nursing courses.

    BSN Completion Nursing Course Rotation

    If you have questions after looking through the School of Nursing website, please see the Undergraduate Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.

    Undergraduate Nursing Student Handbook

    Program Outcomes

    Completion of the undergraduate program provides the graduate with the abilities to:

    1. Evaluate critical thinking skills based upon nursing knowledge integration, the sciences and the humanities, in planning direct and indirect care for diverse populations in rural or urban settings.
    2. Develop individual traits and personal power to interact constructively with clients, families, and communities.
    3. Evaluate the broad range of technology requirements.
    4. Communicate effectively with clients, families, communities, and other healthcare providers using verbal, nonverbal, electronic, and/or written modalities.
    5. Evaluate the principles of population health needs.
    6. Value behaviors congruent with current standards of professional practice, and promote the nursing profession.
    7. Appraise basic nursing science information and develop expertise in the comprehensive care of clients, families, and communities.

    The Importance of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

    The Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is a critical first step for a career in professional nursing. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the national voice for baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs, recognizes the BS degree in nursing as the minimum educational requirement for a professional nursing practice. Recommendations by AACN state that education has a significant impact on the knowledge and competencies of the nurse clinician.

    Nurses with BS degrees are well-prepared to meet the demands placed on today's nurse. Bachelor of Science nurses are prized for their skills in critical thinking, leadership, case management, and health promotion, and for their ability to practice across a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. Nurse executives, federal agencies, the military, leading nursing organizations, healthcare foundations, community hospitals, and minority nurse advocacy groups all recognize the unique value that baccalaureate-prepared nurses bring to the practice setting. Following the School of Nursing's curriculum prepares students to become professional registered nurses and includes the following essential components of all baccalaureate nursing programs: a liberal education, professional values, core competencies, core knowledge, and role development.

    Finances

    Cost of Attendance

    In-State and Out-of-State tuition costs at ISU: Cost of Attendance

    Professional Fees

    In addition to ISU tuition and fees, a professional fee is assessed for all undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Nursing. Professional fees for the nursing programs support faculty salaries, instruction support services, durable and disposable equipment and supplies, faculty, and staff program travel, capital equipment, and a reserve for maintenance and purchase of major capital items.

    List of current professional fees: Professional Fees

    Scholarships

    Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV Scholarships

    The School of Nursing annually awards over $100,000 in scholarships, and the School of Nursing scholarship application is available annually in April in the .
    Please see the Scholarship Office website for more information about scholarship opportunities available through ISU.

    Nurse Corps Scholarship (HRSA Health Workforce)
    Amount: Varies (not a fixed amount)

    Eligibility Requirements:

    • Must be a U.S. citizen (born or naturalized), a U.S. national, or a lawful permanent resident
    • Accepted or enrolled in a nursing degree program at a U.S.-accredited school of nursing
    • No federal judgment liens against you
    • No existing service commitments
    • Not delinquent on any federal debt

    CampusRN has $15,000 in Scholarships Available to Nursing & Allied Health Students.

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    Eligibility and Selection

    Applicants are required to be admitted to ISU and apply separately to the School of Nursing.

    To apply for admission Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV, please fill out an .

    1. Apply as a degree-seeking student, undergraduate pre-nursing major.
    2. There is a $50.00 application fee to Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV.
    3. Current ISU students do not need to reapply for admission.

    Bachelor's Completion Program – Application Deadlines

    Applications are accepted year-round.

    To be considered for your desired start term, please ensure your application is submitted by the following deadlines:

    • Fall Semester Start – Apply by August 1
    • Spring Semester Start – Apply by January 1
    • Summer Semester Start – Apply by May 1

    In addition to the general requirements of Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV, applicants must meet the following program criteria:

    1. Enrollment in or completion of an Associate's Degree in Registered Nursing Program
    2. Cumulative 2.0 GPA among the completed ADN courses combined with any completed requisite courses.

    Please review the BSN Completion Admission - Application Instructions for more detailed information regarding application criteria, including important deadlines.

    In addition to the general requirements of Âé¶¹´«Ã½AV, the student must meet the following program criteria:

    1. Enrollment in or Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Registered Nursing Program
    2. 2.0 GPA – the cumulative GPA among the completed ADN courses combined with any completed requisite courses.


    *There is a $50.00 application fee to the School of Nursing.

    **The application fee is currently waived for all applicants applying for Fall 2025

    Application and Admission Requirements for Admission

    Applicants are required to meet with a School of Nursing Academic Advisor to determine eligibility, no less than 24 hours prior to the application period closing; however, applicants are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor at least two (2) weeks prior to the application closing.

    School of Nursing Advisor will confirm an applicant's eligibility to apply by reviewing the following items:

    1. Approval of any required course petitions no less than 15 days prior to the application closing date.
      • Submit the School of Nursing Undergraduate Petition Form with the required documentation within
        • Course Petition Form located on the bottom of the School of Nursing page under 'School of Nursing Course Petition Process' Section: BSN Completion for RNs Webpage
    2. Create an Academic Plan of Study with the Advisor to include
      • Schedule for completion of Nursing curriculum
      • Schedule for completion of corequisite classes (statistics and pathobiology)
      • Schedule for completion of Tiger Track Courses to meet ISU Bachelor Degree requirements
    3. Once the Advisor confirms an applicant's eligibility, they will provide the applicant with the application enrollment key to begin the School of Nursing application in ISU Community Moodle.

    Admission letters will be made and sent out via email no later than five business days after completion of the application.

    Acceptance to the School of Nursing is contingent on the application meeting admission requirements.

    Admission Process once accepted:

    1. Complete admission requirements via DocuSign