Nurses with an Associate degree in nursing who possess a license as a Registered Nurse (RN) may be accepted with advanced standing as candidates for a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing. Students in this program complete 7 nursing courses. In addition, they must complete required nursing co-requisites as well as the liberal arts courses necessary to meet the Liberal Arts in Practice (general education) requirements of the College. The total number of courses needed depends on each individual’s educational background and the courses transferred.

Registered nurses students who are looking for a college experience may opt to transfer to the college and complete the Bachelor of Science degree in two full academic years (fall, spring and January Term).

Nurses who intend to work while taking classes may choose our Education Mobility Program, in which classes are scheduled to accommodate a work schedule. Students usually take one to three courses each semester, on one or two days of the week, including summers as needed.

Nurses employed full-time at Bassett Medical Center with an associate degree in nursing as well as a license as a registered nurse (RN) may apply to the Partnership for Nursing Opportunities Program. This program follows the Education Mobility program schedule. The employer pays tuition and fees in return for service. Please contact Geneen Bolton ([email protected]) for further information.