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Changes to the RN-BSN Program
RN-BSN/MSN
The RN-BSN/MSN degree program is designed for experienced RNs who want a quality education with the convenience and flexibility that an online program can offer. Learn more about our RN-BSN Program advantages.
We offer open and rolling admissions, so RNs can enroll any day of the year. To meet the needs of busy RN’s and increase student success, the BSN program class sizes are small, offered during 8-week sessions, and provide four (4) one-week breaks during the year. All students have an assigned nursing advisor to help them plan their educational journey and register for appropriate courses.
Learn more about recent changes to our RN-BSN program including new term structures
The program is self-paced and students can complete all BSN program nursing courses in as little as 15 months. To remain active, students will need to complete at least 3 credits at Thomas Edison State University during a 12-month period. Students can also earn maximum credit for prior learning. With our many credit-earning options, RNs can achieve their educational goals in a manner that saves both time and money.
- Great for graduates of associate degree and diploma programs of nursing
- Requires a minimum of 120 credits
- Includes 12 graduate credits that may be applied to the Master of Science in Nursing program at Thomas Edison State University.
- Starting in July 2021, two consecutive BSN courses are offered during three 16-week semesters (July, November, and March)
| Registration Dates | Term | Session 1 | Session 2 |
| Oct. 1 – Oct. 22, 2021 | November | Nov. 1 – Dec. 26, 2021 | Jan 3 – Feb. 27, 2022 |
| Holiday Break: Dec. 27, 2021 – Jan. 2, 2022 Winter Break: Feb. 27 – Mar. 7, 2022 |
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| Jan. 28 – Feb. 25, 2022 | March | March 7 – May 1, 2022 | May 2 – June 26, 2022 |
| Early Summer Break: June 27 – July 4, 2022 Late Summer Break: August 2 – Sept. 4, 2022* |
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| May 28 – June 25, 2021* | July | July 5 – August 28, 2022* | Sept 5 – October 30, 2022* |
* Tentative (pending 2022/2023 Academic Calendar approval).
Many of our clinical partners have notified us that all students must be fully vaccinated, including full vaccination for COVID-19, to participate in any clinical or practicum experience in their facilities. If you cannot show proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 30 days prior to starting your clinical activities, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to find appropriate clinical placement and successfully complete your program of study.
- Earn both a BSN and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree (RN-BSN/MSN program) with preparation as a Nurse Educator, Nurse Administrator or Nursing Informatics specialist at the master’s level
- Only requires the completion of an additional 27 credits beyond the BSN degree requirements
- MSN program courses are 12 weeks in length and offered 4 times a year (January, April, July, October)
- Awards a graduate nursing certificate in addition to the diploma upon program completion
| January Term | April Term | July Term | October Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. – Mar. | Apr. – June | July – Sept. | Oct. – Dec. |
Many of our clinical partners have notified us that all students must be fully vaccinated, including full vaccination for COVID-19, to participate in any clinical or practicum experience in their facilities. If you cannot show proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 30 days prior to starting your clinical activities, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to find appropriate clinical placement and successfully complete your program of study.
RN to BSN/MSN
| Tuition (per credit registered) | |
| BSN New Jersey residents | $450 |
| BSN Out-of-state residents | $550 |
| Lower Level TECEP Exams (100-200) | $50 |
| Upper Level TECEP Exams (300-400) | $75 |
| Graduate nursing courses | $668 |
Learn more about our Undergraduate Nursing Tuition Payment Plan for nursing students.
Please note: As of January 2020 we no longer offer the TECEP Exam for NUR-428: Nursing Leadership and Management.
Degree Program Profile Sheet
Download our degree program profile sheet for an overview of our BS in Nursing program.
RN-BSN/MSN HandbookContact Us
Current Students
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e: nursing@tesu
Prospective Students
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e: admissions@tesu.edu
- Academic Programs Overview
- RN to BSN/MSN
- Accelerated BSN Program
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Graduate Nursing Certificates
Vi-Anne Antrum, DNP
"I was able to understand and build on the foundation that I already had to be able to serve people better."
