Overview

The role of the Nursing program at Arkansas State University is multifaceted and developed through extensive study in the areas of liberal education, professional values, core competencies, core knowledge and role development. This knowledge base prepares the beginning baccalaureate graduate to function as a provider of direct and indirect care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations.

The baccalaureate graduate is also a member of the profession and a designer, manager and coordinator of care. Additionally, the baccalaureate prepared nurse has a background in teaching, research and management skills which lays the foundation for leadership positions and graduate education.

Available Options

Traditional BSN

The traditional BSN is for students with no prior nursing experience.

2nd Bachelors Degree Accelerated

The 2nd Bachelors Degree Accelerated option allows individuals who have earned a Bachelors Degree in another field the opportunity to complete the course of study for a BSN Degree in one year.

RN to BSN

The RN to BSN option is specially designed for registered nurses. The option features reduced nursing clinical hours, and clinical experiences are designed to accommodate individual learning goals. The length of study depends on previous college credits and courses needed to fulfill BSN requirements. Most RNs with an associate degree can complete the BSN program in two years of full-time study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts of Nursing Practice

Health Assessment

Medical Surgical Nursing

Professional Role Development

Pathophysiology Based Pharmacology

Essentials of Mental Health Nursing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-07 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jonesboro, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum Grade Point Average required is a 3/4.0 on secondary/high school work

Incoming international undergraduate students must meet one of the English language proficiency requirements

Completed Online Application

$30 Application Fee

Official High School Transcript

Official ACT/SAT Score

Immunization Record (2 MMRs)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

18740 USD / year

≈ 18740 USD / year
Out-of-State

18740 USD / year

≈ 18740 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10430 USD / year

≈ 10430 USD / year

Living costs

Jonesboro

United States

770 - 1180 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Campus Location

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Tuition Fees

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