Overview

Offered 100% online, the Nursing - RN to BSN at Sam Houston State University allows full- or part-time study with year-round start dates. Registered nurses with an active Texas license can earn their BSN in as little as one year. Courses are career-focused and led by supportive faculty, providing the skills needed for leadership roles, career growth, or future graduate study. Joint admission options are available for ADN students at partner colleges, allowing for a seamless transition into SHSU’s BSN programme.

Is This Programme Right for Me?

The RN to BSN programme at SHSU is ideal for licensed Texas RNs or students enrolled in an ADN programme at a partner college who want to advance their careers. This flexible, 100% online programme is designed for working professionals—offering full- and part-time options, multiple entry points each year, and fast-track pathways to completion in just one calendar year.

Whether you’re a recent ADN graduate or a seasoned nurse, earning your BSN can expand your opportunities. You’ll gain the academic foundation and critical thinking skills needed for leadership roles, specialty certifications, or graduate study. The RN to BSN programme strengthens your understanding of evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and health systems—all while allowing you to continue working.

SHSU faculty are accessible and supportive, with advising available in person at The Woodlands Center or virtually to fit your schedule. Joint admission is available for students from Alvin Community College, Blinn College, Lone Star College, and Temple College—offering a seamless academic experience.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Human Anatomy & Physiology
Applied Microbiology
General Microbiology
Inorganic & Environmental Chemistry
General Chemistry
Nutrition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Multiple start dates each year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Huntsville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

International Freshmen Who Attended High School Inside The U.S.

You must have a minimum GPA of 2.5

International Transfers with at least 30 Transferrable Hours

12-17 hours must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on transferable hours
18+ hours must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher on transferable hours

International Transfers with Under 30 Transferrable Hours

If you have 12-17 hours, you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on transferable hours
If you have 18 or more hours, you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher on transferable hours
If you have under 12 transferable hours from a college or university of recognized standing, you must meet the standards of beginning freshmen and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on transferable hours.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

19950 USD / year

≈ 19950 USD / year
Out-of-State

19950 USD / year

≈ 19950 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7800 USD / year

≈ 7800 USD / year

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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