Online ADN/RN to BS in Nursing

Advance Your Career as a Nurse Leader

Take the next step in your nursing career with the online ADN/RN to BS in Nursing degree from California State University San Marcos. This flexible, accelerated program is designed to be completed in just three semesters. A nursing license is not required to apply, and students who are working toward their Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) can begin taking courses in our program to fast-track their bachelor’s degree.* Scholarships and forgivable loan opportunities are also available to help put your educational goals within reach. With CSUSM, you’ll graduate ready for leadership roles in healthcare organizations, community agencies and more.

100% Online Courses

14-Month Duration

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Build the Expertise to Lead

Our ADN/RN to BS in Nursing trains you to deliver high-quality, culturally sensitive nursing care through a combination of fully online coursework and hands-on clinical experiences. We use a cohort model that lets you learn alongside your peers and work closely with expert nursing faculty who bring real-world experience to the classroom. Throughout your program, you’ll also take courses to prepare for California’s Public Health Nurse certification.

Nursing Care of Children

Explore nursing concepts and theories related to healthcare for infants, toddlers, school-age children and adolescents with a focus on acute illness, health promotion, and growth and development.

Health Promotion and Patient Education Strategies

Study health education and health promotion theory, research and practice, which are essential to the professional nursing role and critical to improving the health of individuals and communities.

Nursing Leadership and Professional Issues

Learn to apply organizational theory and management practices to healthcare systems while examining the role of the nurse manager as a leader and change agent in the delivery of care across diverse healthcare settings.

Online Learning

Ideal for working adults with busy lives, our 100% online programs let you learn from anywhere and study in a format that fits your life. Full- and part-time scheduling is available, and some of our programs offer multiple starts per year to provide maximum flexibility. Plus, personalized academic and career services ensure you have the resources to succeed.

Qualify for In-Demand Nursing Careers

For healthcare organizations seeking Magnet® status, 100% of nurse leaders must hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree.1 Continuing your nursing education is an investment in your success, signaling to employers that you have the advanced expertise to make an impact today and in the future.

Top Nursing Employment Settings2

  1. Government: $85,970 per year
  2. Hospitals: $78,070 per year
  3. Ambulatory healthcare services: $76,700 per year
  4. Nursing and residential care facilities: $72,420 per year
  5. Educational services: $61,780 per year

About Us

Building on an over 30-year history, California State University San Marcos is dedicated to preparing future leaders, building great communities, and solving critical issues. Our programs advance the academic, social, professional and personal development of all students through education, innovation and community partnerships.

CSUSM is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the official accrediting body for institutions of higher learning in the West.

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Sources and Disclaimer

  1. American Nurses Association. American Nurses Credentialing Center. “Magnet Recognition Program Eligibility Criteria.” Retrieved from https://www.nursingworld.org.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Registered Nurses.” Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov.

*Students must have an RN license before taking NURS 440 and NURS 447 courses.