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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)

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Registration is now Open for
Fall 2024 admission

Next Classes Start Fall 2024

Application for admission to the RN-BSN program for Spring 2025 will open on 10/21/2024. We encourage you to remain engaged with your academic advisor to complete any outstanding electives during this time.

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Are you passionate about making a real difference in healthcare? YC's Nursing Bachelor's Degree is your gateway to a rewarding and impactful career in nursing. Our program stands out with offerings and incentives which include:

Elevate your nursing career today with our Nursing Bachelor's Degree program at YC. Embrace the future of healthcare and make a meaningful impact on patient lives. Apply now and start your journey towards a fulfilling and respected profession.

➡️Fast Facts About the RN-BSN Degree

Learn about the Service-Learning Project

Accreditation Information for RN-BSN Degree

Effective November 16, 2023, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on November 16, 2025.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.org

Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.

For clarification: We are eligible for and actively seeking initial accreditation for the RN-BSN program. We have a scheduled a site visit for initial accreditation in March 2025 to evaluate the program. The final decision for accreditation status will be made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners in September 2025.

When the RN-BSN program receives final approval for initial accreditation, the approval date will be retroactive to 11/16/2023, as such, any RN-BSN student who graduated from YC’s RN-BSN program will have graduated from an accredited program.

 
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Degrees


The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) degree prepares nurse leaders by building on prior knowledge and experience to address the healthcare needs of the community. The RN-BSN degree requires completion of a minimum of 120 credits. RN-BSN courses are 100% online and include two service-learning projects. The practice experience can be in any setting where healthcare is delivered that will facilitate the attainment of course and program outcomes. Students completing LDR 201, LDR 202, and LDR 203 will earn an additional certificate in Strategic Leadership.

Admission to the program requires successful completion of an associate degree nursing program at a regionally accredited institution validated by transcript(s) and possession of an active, unencumbered RN license.  

Additional Program Information


Start at Yavapai College - Finish at Yavapai College

Affordable and competitive tuition pricing in comparison to other baccalaureate degree options -

  • In state lower division $168 per credit
  • In state upper division $252 per credit

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