The registered nurse to bachelor of science (RN-BS) track is designed for students who already hold a registered nurse (RN) license. The curriculum builds on the existing foundation of nursing knowledge and clinical experience possessed by registered nurses. The RN with an associate's degree or a hospital school diploma will receive 33 credits for previous nursing courses and can transfer up to 90 additional credits for previously completed non-nursing required courses. A minimum of 30 credits must be successfully completed at Rutgers. Although most students attend this program part time, the required RN-BS courses can be completed in one calendar year with full-time attendance.
The RN-BS track is currently offered in a hybrid format at two locations: Atlantic Cape Community College and Mercer County Community College. In addition, we offer a fully online program. Students are admitted for both fall and spring
semesters. Applicants must have a valid Registered Nurse license in New Jersey (for the hybrid programs) or in their state of residence for the online program. Nursing courses are offered in online and hybrid formats. Non-nursing courses may be offered online, in the classroom, or in hybrid format.