RN-BSN
The BSN degree is offered exclusively as a baccalaureate completion program for graduates of associate degree or diploma nursing programs.
NSG 314 Nursing Research (W) 3 credits
NSG 315 Theoretical Models of Nursing Practice 2 credits
NSG 320 Evidence Based Practice 2 credits
NSG 345 Transcultural Nursing 3 credits
NSG 350 Health Assessment 3 credits
NSG 370 Pathophysiology 4 credits
NSG 400 Leadership and Management in Nursing 3 credits
NSG 420 Family Health Nursing 3 credits
NSG 450 Community Health Nursing 4 credits
NSG 470 Clinical Practicum in Community Health (W) 4 credits
NSG 302 Body Fluids and Electrolytes 1 credit
NSG 303 Infectious Diseases 1 credit
NSG 304 Antimicrobial Pharmacology 1 credit
NSG 305 Cardiovascular and Renal Pharmacology 1 credit
NSG 306 Central Nervous System Pharmacology 1 credit
NSG 308 Anatomy and Physiology Review 1 credit
NSG 309 Spirituality in Nursing 3 credits
NSG 310 Intro to Nursing Budgets 3 credits
NSG 311 Nursing Care of the Older Adult 3 credits
NSG 330 Counseling for Health Professionals 3 credits
NSG 335 Methods of Teaching in Nursing Practice 3 credits
NSG 355 Health Policy and Economics 3 credits
NSG 360 Frontier Nursing (1-2 credits)
NSG 361 Nursing and the Law 3 credits
NSG 430 Historical Development of Nursing 3 credits
General Education Requirements
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Behavioral Science |
Psychology 3 credits |
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Sociology 3 credits |
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Mathematics and Science |
Statistics 3-4 credits |
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(in addition to Pathophysiology) |
Computer Software 3 credits |
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(one science must include a lab) |
Anatomy and Physiology 3 credits |
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Microbiology or Competency |
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Chemistry or Competency |
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Ethics |
PHI 391 Biomedical Ethics 3 credits or |
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NSG 405 Ethical/Legal Issues in Nursing 3 credits |
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Additional General Education Requirements |
Fine Arts 3 credits |
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Philosophy or Religion 3 credits |
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History, Economics, or Political Science 3 credits |
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Literature 3 credits |
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English I 3 credits |
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English II or NSG 307 Writing for Nurses 3 credits |
Students do not have to have all general education requirements fulfilled prior to
enrollment in the RN to BSN program.
Students interested in participating in the online RN to BSN program must submit an
online application for admission. Enrollment in the online program will be limited
to 80 students. Please apply early. For additional information, please contact 1-877-862-1952.
Tuition for the online Bachelor of Nursing program is $330 per credit hour. All online
courses have a $50 per credit hour fee. Total cost is $380 per credit hour for the
online nursing program. The only additional fees will be for textbooks, a $79 Certified
Criminal Background/Immunization Verification, and a $100 graduation fee.
1. Only the amount that will be paid by the employer can be deferred. The entire
amount will be subject to interest charges until the student's portion is paid.
2. A letter from the employer stating that the employee is eligible for tuition
reimbursement will be required each semester. Depending upon the employer's tuition
reimbursement requirements, a copy of the policy from the company may be sufficient.
This letter should be submitted to the Business Office.
3. The employer should make McKendree the payee (or at least the co-payee) on the
check.
4. Deferment period will terminate 30 days after the date grades are issued.
5. The balance will be subject to interest charges if payment is not received within
30 days from the date grades are issued.
Follow these steps to have your eligibility determined for all financial aid including
loans:
1. Complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. You will be using the previous year's Federal Income Tax forms.
2. List McKendree University on the FAFSA. McKendree's school code is 001722.
ISAC will then send you a letter indicating your eligibility for any State Aid. You
may be eligible for State Aid even though you are not eligible for Federal Aid. Please
file your FAFSA as soon as possible. State budget limitations at times cause funding
shortages. (The reference to 'State Aid' is implied for only those students residing
in Illinois.)
3. You will receive a SAR (Student Aid Report).
4. Once the student has registered for classes, McKendree Office of Financial Aid
will review your SAR to determine your eligibility. There may be additional paperwork
to complete at this time. The Office of Financial Aid will notify you of what is
needed. Once all documentation is received, an award letter will be prepared and
sent to you.
To check on the status of your FAFSA you may call: 1-800-433-3243.
McKendree University gives careful consideration to your previous coursework and will
transfer in as many credits as possible. Courses are individually evaluated to determine
which are transferable and what requirements have been met. Transcripts will be evaluated
by the Office of Academic Records and the Division Chair of the department.
Official evaluations are completed once you have been admitted to McKendree University.
Please note the following:
• Only courses with a letter grade of 'C' or better may be accepted in transfer.
Pass/fail courses will not be accepted.
• At least 128 credit hours are required for graduation, with a minimum of 58 hours
from a 4-year institution, 32 of which must be from McKendree.
• You may receive a maximum of 70 credit hours in transfer from a two-year institution,
including credit for military experience (with transcripts), CLEP, AP and DANTES.
• Up to 96 credit hours may be accepted in transfer from an accredited 4-year institution.
• Proficiencies earned at other institutions are not accepted.
• All students must pass a writing proficiency examination before graduating from
McKendree.
