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On-line RN to BSN Program

The RN to BSN program at SUNY Delhi provides educational mobility for registered nurses who are seeking a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The RN to BSN curriculum and courses are designed with the working registered nurse in mind and offers versatility and flexibility as the program is 100% online. Precepted clinical experiences for select courses are completed in the student's hometown area. The objectives of the program emphasize critical thinking and practice skills necessary for clinical management of patients within a constantly changing health care environment. A total of 120 credits is required to earn a BSN at SUNY Delhi, however, the length of the program varies depending on equivalent prerequisite courses completed. Opportunities for full and part time study will be available to allow students to proceed at their own pace.

Important Facts

  • An accelerated option allowing students to complete the program in as little as a year 
  • Flexible scheduling allowing students to advance at their own pace with opportunities to begin the program in fall, spring, or summer semesters
  • A schedule design that meets the needs of working professionals
  • Additional online upper division liberal arts courses obtained from SUNY Delhi
  • Easy to use web-supported classes with technical assistance
  • A state of the art curriculum delivered by a faculty with the highest credentials in the field
  • Affordable SUNY tuition rates
  • An opportunity to pursue your degree with other motivated professionals

Some Quotes From Our Students 

"...the online program allowed me to be very flexible.  I was able to complete a Statistics course in 7 weeks while also working 2 jobs (3 if you count mother and housewife). The site was easy to navigate even if you do not have any formal computer training. Most people cringe when you mention Statistics to them, but this course was not about memorizing a lot of mathematical formulas. It helped me to understand the terms used in research articles and how to apply them....I was pleased that the course was actually geared toward "nursing"..... "

"As a nurse who is employed full time I found the SUNY Delhi RN to BSN program to best fit my needs. I have been impressed with the quality of the classes, and the excellence of the faculty. The course work is challenging and well organized. The two classes I’ve taken have already benefited me in my career. I feel more confident and competent in my professional knowledge."    

“…the BSN program is everything that a working RN could ever want in a continuing education program. It's convenient and the instructors are excellent in making students comfortable with on line learning.”

Admission Criteria

  • Prerequisites:

    A minimum of 60 semester hours from an associate degree nursing program. In addition to nursing coursework (C+ or better), LA&S courses (C or better) must be distributed among at least six general education groups including statistics (SUNY Delhi offers an on-line research methods/statistics course that may be taken as a co-requisite)

  • Current RN license
  • Graduation from accredited associate degree or diploma nursing program
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above for prerequisite credits
  • One year of experience practicing as an RN immediately preceding matriculation is recommended
  • Official transcripts from all schools attended
  • Meet criteria set forth in admission and progression technical standards.  These standards include abilities and skills necessary to provide nursing care with or without accommodation such as: 1) communication, observation and sensory skills, 2) motor skills, 3) conceptual and reasoning, and 4) social skills.

Is On-Line Learning For You?

Successful on-line learners are actively interacting with other students and with faculty. On-line learning material will be presented in a variety of ways including video, links to outside learning environment websites, case studies, and discussions to name a few. What are the differences between on-line and face-to-face learning environments? On-line is technology dependent and accessible anytime and anywhere which makes it convenient for the learner, using the positive resources of technology to bring learning content and experiences to learners.  Face-to-face learning is scheduled classes offered at set times in specific places; the student must be available when and where the course is offered.

Successful on-line students have common characteristics such as:

  • Highly motivated, independent, and active learners.
  • Good organizational and time management skills.
  • Disciplined to study without external reminders.
  • Adaptable to new learning environments. 
  • Willingness to ask for help.
  • Comfort with technology.

Additional resources for potential online students:

Semester Course Offerings

Academic Calendar

Services For the On-line Student

Progression and Graduation

  • Admission and progression technical standards
  • Students will only be permitted to repeat a maximum of two different   
    nursing courses during the length of the program.
  • Failing to pass a nursing course the 2nd time will prevent the student  
    from progressing in the nursing program.
  • Degree requirements 120 credit hours, a grade of C+ or better in each nursing course, a grade of C or better in all other required/elective courses, meet 6 of 10 general education groups for combined lower and upper division coursework. 

Preceptor Guidelines and Forms
There are four courses that require practicum experiences supervised by a preceptor: 1) NURS 301: Health Assessment, 2) NURS 400: Leadership and Management in Nursing, 3) NURS 401: Community Health Nursing, 4) NURS 403:  Advanced Clinical Practicum. 

For Program Inquiries Contact:

For additional information fill out our online inquiry form, or contact Mary Pat Lewis, PhD, RN, Chair Department of Nursing and Allied Health, 607-746-4492, lewismp@delhi.edu.


 
Last Updated On: 5/14/08