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frequently asked questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I be directly admitted into the RN to BSN completion program or is there a secondary application?

  • Yes, you can be admitted directly into the RN to BSN program.
  • There is no secondary application.
  • When applying, make sure to choose BSN completion as your major (NOT pre-nursing), even if you are still in your Associate Degree in Nursing or have not yet passed your National Council of State Boards of Nursing exam.

Can I start before passing my NCLEX-RN or before graduating with my Associate Degree in Nursing?

  • Students can apply and be admitted directly into the BSN completion program even before finishing their ADN or passing their NCLEX-RN. Students can take all 100-300 level nursing courses, along with any general education courses prior to passing their nursing licensure exam. 
  • Apply today to see what transfers in and what you still need to take. You will then work closely with an advisor to create a personalized course plan for you. We can even help you create a concurrent enrollment plan while you are finishing your ADN! 
  • When applying, make sure to choose BSN completion as your major (NOT pre-nursing), even if you are still in your ADN or have not yet passed your NCLEX-RN exam.
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Can I take time off?

  • Yes, we offer 100-300 nursing classes every seven weeks online. 
  • You can even take time off. We understand how busy you are and that life happens. 
  • You can take up to a year off without having to readmit.
  • You can start before finishing your ADN  and before passing the NCLEX-RN. 

Do credits expire?

  • No. Credit hours do not expire.

Do you require a Michigan Transfer Agreement stamp?

  • No, we don’t require the MTA stamp but we recommend it.
  • The MTA stamp waives all general education credits.
  • If you do not have an MTA stamp, you can complete your general education classes online with UM-Flint. 
  • Talk with your UM-Flint advisor to see if enrolling in general education classes with  UM-Flint or completing the MTA stamp at another location would be a better fit for you. 

Does a student have to be employed as a registered nurse to be enrolled in the RN to BSN completion program?

  • No, students do not have to be working as an RN to start or complete our program.
  • We do recommend work experience to further reinforce learning, but it is not a requirement.

How and when do I apply?

  • Students can apply and be admitted directly into the BSN completion program even before finishing their ADN or passing their nursing licensure exam. Students can take all 100-300 level nursing courses, along with any general education courses prior to passing their NCLEX-RN exam. 
  • Apply today to see what transfers in and what you still need to take. You will then work closely with an advisor to create a personalized course plan for you. We can even help you create a concurrent enrollment plan while you are finishing your associate’s degree in nursing! 
  • When applying, make sure to choose BSN completion as your major (NOT pre-nursing), even if you are still in your ADN program or have not yet passed your NCLEX-RN exam.

How long does the program take?

  • You can complete the program in as little as two semesters (15 credits per semester) if you come to UM-Flint with a full  MTA stamp. Completing a degree in one year requires a commitment to studies and focused time to complete homework assignments. However, this type of schedule is not recommended for full-time working students.
  • The average student takes about 1 ½ years to complete at a part-time pace. 
  • You can start the program prior to graduating with your ADN, which can help speed up the process. If you decide to become a concurrent student (i.e., taking classes for your ADN in nursing while enrolling in a BSN program), make sure to work closely with your advisor to meet all rules. 

How many credits can transfer in?

  • There is no limit to how many credits are accepted as transfer credits. However, you must complete 30 credits with UM-Flint to receive a degree from UM-Flint.
  • All courses to transfer to UM-Flint require a grade of C or better. 
  • The last 30 credits must be completed at UM-Flint (this is called our residency rule).
  • Transfer credit is subject to change. Please talk to the UM-Flint representative before taking any additional coursework. 
  • Transfer equivalency website: transfer.umflint.edu

How much does the RN to BSN program cost?

  • It all depends on how many classes you have left to take and how quickly you complete the program.
  • If you have a full MTA stamp or previous bachelor’s degree, and you want to transition to full-time, the program can be completed for as little as $13,744 a year (including all fees except for textbook and course material fees)
  • Our tuition and fees are listed on RN to BSN Tuition. 
  • We have plenty of scholarship opportunities. Please visit our Paying for College 

How many credit hours are required to earn the BSN degree?

  • 120 credit hours are required. However, only 30 credit hours must be completed from UM-Flint to confer (award) a degree from UM-Flint.

Is an active RN license required for admission?

  • No, you do not need to have your RN license or finish your ADN program to start.
  • A registered nursing license is required prior to taking any 400-level coursework and to graduating from the RN to BSN program.

Is it a University of Michigan Degree?

  • Yes, it is the same diploma signed by the Board of Regents, housed in  Ann Arbor, MI.
  • Your degree also comes with the same alumni benefits!

Is the program fully online?

  • Yes, our program is 100% online. No travel to campus is necessary, though you are welcome to visit our gorgeous campus and walk with your graduating class during spring or fall commencement ceremonies. Additionally, NUR 412 (Community Health Nursing for Registered Nurses) and NUR420 (Leadership in Nursing) provide students the opportunity to complete their experiential learning project locally, in their own community. 

Will I qualify for Financial Aid?

What scholarships do you offer?

What are the admission requirements for the RN to BSN Program?

  • A minimum 2.0 GPA for admission.
  • A minimum 2.75 in your ADN program. 

Is the University of Michigan-Flint accredited as a nursing school? 

  • We are regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education .

When can I start?

  • Students can begin before graduating with their ADN and before passing the NCLEX-RN. The nursing licensure exam requires taking 400-level courses, but all 100-300-level nursing courses can be completed before graduation/nursing licensure. 
  • There is a new start date every seven weeks. We have two admission start dates in the fall (late August or late October), two in the winter (early January or late February), one in the Spring (late April), and one in the summer (late June).