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Email: schoolofnursing@apu.eduPhone: (626) 815-5386
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Building OneInterested in becoming a nurse or advancing your nursing career, and looking to identify the right program to fit your experience and situation? More hospitals and healthcare organizations are requiring nurses to have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree to better serve patient needs by improving patient outcomes, learn and use sophisticated technology systems, and adapt to the complex, ever-changing healthcare landscape. Whether you are beginning to pursue a career in nursing, looking to continue your nursing education, or you are an RN or LVN seeking a BSN, Azusa Pacific’s BSN programs prepare nurses to lead the way in providing compassionate care to help treat the whole person.
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View the programs and their requirements below, and see which one is right for you.BSN Programs at a Glance
| Program | Program Best For... | Completion Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional BSN | First-time undergrads (no experience) | 4-4.5 years | Azusa |
| BSN Transfer | College credits or non-nursing degree | 2 years | Monrovia, High Desert, Inland Empire |
| Bridge to BSN | Current ADN students | 15 months | Azusa, High Desert, Inland Empire, San Diego |
| RN to BSN | Licensed Registered Nurses (RNs) | 15 months | Online, Monrovia, High Desert, Inland Empire, San Diego |
| LVN to BSN | Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) | 2 years | Monrovia, High Desert, Inland Empire |
Traditional BSN Program
The traditional nursing major, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, is a rigorous, four- to four-and-a-half year program for first-time, traditional undergraduate students who want to become a registered nurse but have no prior nursing education or experience.
- Program Units: 130 (includes general education requirements)
- Average Completion Time: 4-4½ years
- Location: Azusa
BS in Nursing Transfer Program
For students with no nursing experience, but who have some college credit or a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, the BS in Nursing Transfer Program may be for you. To apply, students must have a minimum of 49 units of transferable prerequisite course requirements. The BS in Nursing Transfer Program is offered at three of APU’s regional campuses in Victorville, San Bernardino, and Monrovia.
- Program Units: 72-74
- Average Completion Time: 2 years
- Location: High Desert, Inland Empire, Monrovia
Bridge to BSN
This program is only for students currently enrolled in an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at a community college. The Bridge to BSN allows students to get a jump start on their BSN prerequisites while enrolled in an ADN program. Students take prerequisites courses with APU during the summer, then upon completion of their ADN, transition into APU to complete their BSN degree.
- Program Units: 40
- Average Completion Time: 15 months
- Location: Azusa, High Desert, Inland Empire, San Diego
RN to BSN
This accelerated program for registered nurses with a current RN license, whether working or not, prepares students with additional skills and knowledge to complete the BSN and advance their nursing careers. The RN to BSN program is also available online.
- Program Units: 40
- Average Completion Time: 15 months
- Locations: High Desert, Inland Empire, Monrovia, San Diego, Online
BS in Nursing LVN to BSN
This program is for licensed vocational nurses with a current LVN license at least 48 units of transferable credit who want to complete the BSN to advance their skills and knowledge in the profession.
- Program Units: 72-74
- Average Completion Time: 2 years
- Location: High Desert, Inland Empire, Monrovia
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
APU offers five distinct BSN pathways: a Traditional BSN for first-time students, a Transfer BSN, a Bridge to BSN for current ADN students, an accelerated RN to BSN, and an LVN to BSN program.
Yes, students with some college credit or a non-nursing bachelor's degree can apply to the BS in Nursing Transfer Program. You must have a minimum of 49 units of transferable prerequisite courses to apply.
Yes, APU offers an accelerated RN to BSN program for registered nurses with a current RN license. The program takes about 15 months to complete and is available at several regional campuses as well as online.
The completion time for a BSN at APU depends on your program. The Traditional BSN takes 4 to 4.5 years, the Transfer and LVN to BSN programs take about 2 years, and the RN to BSN and Bridge to BSN programs take just 15 months.
You can contact the APU School of Nursing by emailing schoolofnursing@apu.edu or calling (626) 815-5386. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Building One.