Cincinnati State

Advance Your Nursing Career With a BSN

Build on your experience as a registered nurse to earn your BSN at Cincinnati State. Lead in healthcare with a program designed to fit into your busy life.

Nursing at Cincinnati State

Advance your career, strengthen your clinical expertise, and prepare for leadership roles. No matter your goals, Cincinnati State’s RN to BSN Completion program builds on your experience with flexible, career-focused coursework at a fraction of the cost of most traditional universities.

Fast, Flexible Path to a BSN

Cincinnati State makes it easier to fit your studies into your nursing career. Online class formats with eight-week sessions provide flexibility. You could finish your BSN in as few as three semesters, or find part-time options that fit your schedule.

Best Value Education

Achieve a fully recognized RN to BSN degree without the heavy debt. Our cost per credit hour is among the lowest in the region, and our flexible formats make it easier for you to continue working while earning your degree.

Stable, High-Growth Career

Prepare for diverse healthcare settings with a well-rounded program that delves into leadership, evidence-based practice, community and public health, and advanced clinical concepts. Graduates are prepared to apply for advanced degrees such as a MSN or DNP.

Not an RN Yet?

If you’re new to the field, Cincinnati State offers multiple entry points into nursing. Begin with the Practical Nursing Certificate to prepare for LPN licensure, or pursue the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) to become a registered nurse. Both options can prepare you for our RN to BSN Completion program down the road.

Open Your Nursing Career to More Possibilities

Choosing Cincinnati State means choosing a path with proven career outcomes. Our graduates earn more than those from any other Ohio community college, thanks to programs designed to deliver real-world skills and direct connections to employers.

Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 9 percent through 2030, with over 203,000 openings each year nationally, creating opportunities to advance, specialize, or move into leadership roles. Earning your BSN will help open the door to roles in management, public health, and specialized care, while also meeting the increasing preference among healthcare employers for bachelor’s-prepared nurses.

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