RN to BSN Online Program

Advance your nursing career with the University of Tennessee’s 100% online RN to BSN program. Designed for registered nurses who hold an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing, this flexible program makes earning a bachelor’s degree achievable even for busy working professionals.

Program overview

The RN to BSN program is built for nurses who want to expand their knowledge, increase career opportunities, and strengthen their leadership skills all without putting work or family on hold.

Key features include:

  • Fully online format – no campus visits required and clinical components can be completed virtually or close to home.
  • Flexible scheduling – start in fall or spring, with full- and part-time options available.
  • Fast completion – finish in as little as one year with a full-time plan of study.
  • Eight-week courses – designed for working professionals.
  • Credit for prior learning – earn 26 hours of proficiency credit and complete 34 hours of online coursework.
  • Dedicated support – experienced online faculty, advisors, and staff to guide you every step of the way.

General education requirements are already met for graduates of any Tennessee Board of Regents institution. Graduates from other systems and those with a nursing diploma may need to complete additional requirements.

Why Study Nursing?

​​Nurses change lives and the world. If you’re looking for a career that blends science, service, and human connection, we encourage you to consider nursing. At its core, the nursing profession is about improving health, advocating for others, and delivering compassionate care across communities and settings. Nurses are trusted leaders who meet people where they are and help them move toward better health.

The University of Tennessee provided me a flexible education experience that allowed me to reach my goals even as I continued to work full time at the bedside. I’m proud to be a Vol for life!

Katherine Hall

What can you do with a BSN?

A BSN degree expands your opportunities beyond bedside care. It equips you to step into leadership roles, pursue graduate education, and adapt to a rapidly changing health care environment. With a BSN, you’ll gain advanced skills in evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and patient advocacy helping you make a bigger impact in your workplace and your community.

Curriculum

Semester 1

First 8 weeks
305 Professional Practice and Role Development
343 Transcultural Nursing for the RN

Second 8 weeks
320 Pathophysiology for the RN
334 Health Assessment for the RN*

Semester 2

First 8 weeks
350 Healthcare Informatics
383 Population Health and Global Health Perspectives for the RN*

Second 8 weeks
401 Pharmacotherapeutics for the RN
472 Evidence-Based Practice and Nursing Research

*Clinical course (completed either virtually or in your geographic area)

Semester 3

First 8 weeks
455 Nursing Leadership and Management Dimensions
494 Portfolio Development for the RN

Admissions and Aid

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We’re so glad you’re interested in studying nursing at UT. Our program pairs hands-on clinical experience with the support of faculty, staff, and students who are invested in your success. Tell us a little about yourself, and we’ll help you find your place on Rocky Top — your home, sweet home.

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