Online RN to BSN Programs in Michigan

Best RN to BSN Online Programs in Michigan

1. University of Michigan-Flint

• Program: Online RN to BSN Completion Program
• RN to BSN Credits: 35
• Length: 1 Year (Full-Time); ~1.5 Years (Part-Time)
• Accepts Out-of-State RNs: Yes—Check State Authorization
• NCLEX Pass Rates: 95.50%

UM-Flint’s School of Nursing hits #1 in our Best Michigan rankings thanks to affordable tuition rates and a host of solid independent reviews. The 100% Online RN to BSN Completion Program is built for usefulness, with a choice of electives, an experiential learning course, and the option to pursue an additional Nursing Leadership and Management Certificate or Nursing Case Management Certificate. Admitted RN to BSN students are also eligible for scholarships and early entrance into UM-Flint’s MSN or DNP programs.

2. Ferris State University

• Program: Online RN to BSN Completion
• RN to BSN Credits: 31+ Credits
• Length: 3 Semesters (Full-Time); 5-7 Semesters (Part-Time)
• Accepts Out-of-State RNs: Yes
• NCLEX Pass Rates: 91.00%

Hard on the heels of UM-Flint is FSU’s Online RN to BSN Completion Program. It’s overseen by the School of Nursing, which has a sturdy track record for its pre-licensure BSN and a flexible approach to learning. You won’t be locked into taking a fixed number of courses per semester. The degree culminates in a Senior Capstone Leadership Practicum, where you’ll have the chance to develop and implement a team project in your workplace (e.g. staff development educational program). As a BSN Completion student, you’ll also have the option to apply for FSU’s RN to MSN Accelerated Track Program.

3. Western Michigan University

• Program: Online RN to BSN
• RN to BSN Credits: 31
• Length: 3 Semesters (Full-Time); 5 Semesters (Part-Time)
• Accepts Out-of-State RNs: Yes
• NCLEX Pass Rates: 81.00%

Rounding out our Michigan rankings is WMU’s Online RN to BSN. It’s a straightforward program that’s available in a wide variety of schedules. In addition to the usual RN to BSN courses, including a final leadership & community health practicum, this degree includes Data Analysis Bioscience as a co-requisite. Be sure to ask the program coordinator about job opportunities after graduation. The Bronson School of Nursing has tight connections with Kalamazoo hospitals, as well as other regional and state clinical partners. We love the fact that many faculty are actively involved in their own research projects. Enrolled RN to BSN students are also eligible to apply for nursing scholarships.

Cheapest RN to BSN Online Programs in Michigan

Michigan is fairly pricey for Online RN to BSN programs. However, for our Cheapest MI rankings, we did find a couple of big public universities that charged between $9,000-$10,000. If this cost is still too steep, check out rankings of the Most Affordable Online RN to BSN Programs in the country.

1. Eastern Michigan University

• Program: Online RN to BSN
• RN to BSN Credits: 30
• Affordable Pick for Out-of-State: Yes
• Cost Info: Tuition & Fees
• NCLEX Pass Rates: Check with Program Coordinator

Tuition & fees are laid out on EMU’s Online RN to BSN program website. The price is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. In addition to payment for at least 10 courses, you’ll need to budget for the application fee, any applicable course fees, and course materials. Be sure to check out the section on School of Nursing Scholarships—a number are open to RN to BSN students.

2. Oakland University

• Program: Online BSN Completion
• RN to BSN Credits: 32
• Affordable Pick for Out-of-State: Yes
• Cost Info: Tuition & Fees
• NCLEX Pass Rates: Check with Program Coordinator

Tuition for OU’s 100% Online BSN Completion is offered at a flat rate with no extra fees. All students, both in-state and out-of-state, pay the same price. We’re also pleased to report that OU offers transfer awards to community college students. And McLaren Oakland employees may qualify for the McLaren Oakland BSN Completion Award.

Fastest Online RN to BSN Programs in Michigan

To appear in our Fastest rankings, MI schools had to offer Online RN to BSN programs that were under 1 year/3 semesters on a full-time schedule. We didn’t find any Michigan programs that met this criteria. If you really need to get your BSN in a hurry, check out our rankings of the Fastest Online RN to BSN Programs in the country. There are a number of self-paced & accredited programs available.

RN to BSN Scholarships in Michigan

RN to BSN Requirements in Michigan

RN Licensure: Online RN to BSN programs are classified as “post-licensure” programs. That means Michigan universities will expect you to have—or be in the process of earning—an RN license.

• The Michigan Board of Nursing can help with any questions on state licensure.
• Still waiting to sit for the NCLEX exam? Check the admissions requirements. Some schools will allow you a bit of grace. For example, students in WMU’s Online RN-BSN should have their RN license no later than three months after entering the program.

State Authorization: Do you live outside of Michigan? Before you pick a program, read the fine print on state authorization. Even though Online RN to BSN degrees are post-licensure, some schools still can’t accept RNs from certain states (e.g. GVSU’s Online RN to BSN). When in doubt, ask the RN to BSN program coordinator.

Michigan Online RN to BSN Programs: FAQs

Are 100% Online RN to BSN Programs in Michigan Available?

Absolutely. The vast majority of Online RN to BSN programs in our Michigan listings and our Best & Cheapest Michigan rankings are 100% online, with no campus visits required. In some cases, you may even have a choice! For example, SVSU’s Online RN to BSN is available in online and hybrid tracks that are interchangeable at any time.

Can I Choose a “No Clinicals” Online RN to BSN in Michigan?

CCNE- and ACEN-accredited Online RN to BSN programs always have practicum requirements. But these “clinicals” won’t resemble your associate degree or diploma experiences. Instead, they’ll focus on areas such as community health and leadership training.

For example, EMU’s Online RN to BSN contains 50 hours of a precepted Capstone Practice Experience. In this population-focused course, you might conduct a demographic study in a local community or intern with a nurse manager in a care unit you haven’t worked in before. Check the curriculum links in our listings for more info.

Do I Need Statistics to Apply for Michigan Online RN to BSN Programs?

It depends. When we looked at the admissions requirements for Online RN to BSN programs in Michigan, each school was different. For instance:

• MSU requires a 200-level statistics course as a prerequisite.
• Davenport includes a 200-level statistics course in the curriculum.
• EMU doesn’t require Online RN to BSN students to have statistics.
• WMU allows you to take a 300-level statistics course as a co-requisite.

Ask the RN to BSN program coordinator if you’re in any doubt.

Are There Any Online RN to BSN to MSN Programs in Michigan?

Yes. If you’re interested in graduate work, but you need a BSN for employment purposes, you have a couple of options. For instance:

• Spring Arbor University offers a CCNE-accredited Online RN to MSN pathway in multiple MSN concentrations. You’ll be able to earn a BSN along the way.
• Ferris State University’s Online RN to MSN Accelerated Track is available to FSU students in the RN to BSN Completion Program. You can apply to the MSN at the beginning of your last semester of bridge coursework.

Do Michigan Universities Have Community College Agreements for the Online RN to BSN?

Yes. To facilitate transfers and make life easier for associate degree students, a lot of Michigan public universities have articulation agreements with Michigan community colleges (e.g. MSU).

Some even have special deals! For example, Davenport’s Online BSN Completion: Concurrent Pathway is open to students in 10 partnering local community colleges. You can earn your BSN up to one year sooner by taking Davenport BSN classes at your community college during the semester or over the summer.