RN to BSN in Nebraska

With 16,366 nurses employed statewide, Nebraska currently suffers from a nursing shortage. Projections indicate the state will be lacking at least 3,838 nurses by 2020. The median salary for a Nebraskan registered nurse in 2013 was approximately $66,220 per year ($31.84 per hour), according to O*Net, while the average annual salary for RNs in 2014 according to Payscale.com was $50,152. Professional nurses are typically offered between $43,000 and $48,000.

In terms of employment opportunities and earning potential, Bellevue, Fremont, Grand Island and Hastings are considered the best cities in Nebraska for nurses. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the employment of registered nurses will grow 19% from 2012 to 2022, significantly faster than the average for all occupations.

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In today’s changing healthcare environment the RN to BSN degree is essential for leadership and management positions. It is rapidly becoming the minimum standard for nursing employment in the hospital setting. The BSN education enhances critical thinking skills; provides the communication and leadership skills necessary to meet patient care challenges in all areas of nursing.

RN-to-BSN Programs in Nebraska

Here we have compiled a comprehensive listing of Nebraska’s RN to BSN programs. In the summaries below, you will find all the essential program information to help you quickly and easily narrow down your RN to BSN search. NCLEX-RN pass rates are as reported by the school.

Bellevue University	$ 395 per credit hour	Application Deadlines Not Reported	The program is organized into a highly interactive, accelerated cohort format. The program comprises 36 credit hours (9 classes, 4 credits each), 6 weeks per class, one course at a time. All Bellevue University, students must complete the Kirkpatrick Signature Series in addition to the RN to BSN major requirements.	School Website	Online	1000 Galvin Rd S Bellevue, NE 68005-3098		Hide Info
Bryan College of Health Sciences	$ 465 per credit hour	Application Deadlines Fall: First Monday of August Spring: First Monday of October	The program RN to BSN Hybrid Completion Option enables students to earn their Bachelor's degree by completing an additional 64 credit hours of academic coursework outside of the Nursing major. The hybrid format only requires three on-campus meetings spread throughout the term. Program equipment includes the Human/Patient Simulators and Skills Labs-studying.	School Website	Hybrid Completion	5035 Everett Lincoln, NE 68506-1299		View Info
Clarkson College	$ 459 per credit hour	Application Deadlines November 30th, August 1st, and January 15th	The program lasts 8 months full-time, though a part-time option is available. A total of 130 semester hours are required, including non-core, general education courses, 68 of which are major courses. Students have access to an on-campus skills lab and simulation lab, a variety of hospitals, clinics and other public health care settings, all within the first year in the program. Students can enroll in the the Clarkson College Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program after one year of professional practice as a registered nurse.	School Website	Campus and Hybrid	101 S 42nd St Omaha, NE 68131-2739		View Info
College of Saint Mary	$ 950 per credit hour	Application Deadlines Applications reviewed on the 1st of every month.	A total of 85 credits may be transferred into the program. The program totals 128 credit hours. Practicum experiences prepare students for leadership, management and community health environments in the nursing field.	School Website	Hybrid	7000 Mercy Rd. Omaha, NE 68106		View Info
Concordia University - Nebraska	$ 400 per credit hour	Application Deadlines For more information, email [email protected] or call 402.643.7233	The program totals 120 credit hours, including 30 credit hours in the nursing major. Up to 70 credits may be transferred from an accredited 2 year institution, or more may be transferred from a 4 year institution. Courses last only 8 weeks, enabling students to complete the program in as little as 22 months.	School Website	Online	800 N Columbia Ave Seward, NE 68434-1556		View Info
Doane College	$ 282 per credit hour	Application Deadlines Not Reported	Beginning in 2015, Doane partnered with Real Balance Global Wellness Services Inc. to provide Wellness & Health Coach Certification training to its nursing students. Students can attend one of three of Doane’s four campuses. Transfer courses may be submitted, but the school may not accept all credits.	School Website	Campus	800 N Columbia Ave Seward, NE 68434-1556		View Info
Midland University	$ 14,425 per semester	Application Deadlines For more information, contact Admissions at 402.941.6501	Courses are 8-weeks and students can finish the program in as little as 12-months. Students complete the program by doing 24-48 semester hours of nursing credits and college humanities/prerequisite credits in order to meet the university degree requirements.	School Website	Online	900 N. Clarkson Fremont, NE 68025		View Info
Nebraska Methodist College	$ 590 per credit hour	Application Deadlines Rolling Admissions	The program can be completed within 7 or fewer semesters, with full-time or part-time options. Students have the option to enroll in the Spanish for Healthcare Professionals minor. A minimum of 126 credit hours must be earned in order to receive the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.	School Website	Online	720 North 87th Street Omaha, NE 68114-2852		View Info
Nebraska Wesleyan College	$ 315 per credit hour	Application Deadlines Rolling Admissions	The program requires 42 credits of nursing and supportive courses plus 39-45 credit hours of required general education courses. A prep course is built into the curriculum to help students succeed on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Many students complete the program in as little as one year.	School Website	Campus	5000 St Paul Ave Lincoln, NE 68504-2794		View Info
Union College - Nebraska	$ 390 per credit hour	Application Deadlines February 1st and September 1st	Students may transfer up to 46 relevant credit hours towards the BSN completion program. The program must be completed within 5 years of the initial start date. The total required 128 credit hours is comprised of 65 credit hours of nursing courses, 51 credit hours of general education courses and 12 credit hours of electives. Of the total required credit hours, 30 of the final 36 hours must be completed at Union College, meaning students will need to complete 4 additional credits in order to meet the residency requirement.	School Website	Hybrid	3800 S 48th Street Lincoln, NE 68506		View Info
University of Nebraska Medical Center	$ 274 resident $ 850 nonresident	Application Deadlines June 30th	A minimum of 20 nursing credits must be completed at UNMC to earn a BSN degree. Students can complete the clinical experience requirements at an approved facility near their locale. Students can choose to take up to 3 courses per semester resulting in degree completion within 1 to 3 years.	School Website	Online	42nd & Dewey Ave Omaha, NE 68198-7815		View Info

Please contact the RN to BSN program in Nebraska that you are interested in enrolling in to confirm details and to learn more. If you run an accredited RN to BSN program in Nebraska that is not listed above; please reach out to us with program information and proof of accreditation. Thank you!

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