The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth College of Nursing offers registered nurses a blended baccalaureate program that is individually planned for each student. Students are prepared for success in using online technology and other skills in the introductory nursing courses. Customized planning continues as students are supported and guided as they progress through the program by faculty and student mentors.
Program Highlights:
- Individualized plan for program progression each semester
- Blended format provides contact with classmates and faculty both online and in person
- Nursing courses may be completed in 4 semesters
- Classes meet once a week
- RN-BS-MS accelerated option
- Strong nursing school history and reputation
- Individualized plan for each student
- Supportive faculty, staff and student mentors
Learn more about this program:
To receive more information and connect with the program manager, please click on inquire now to the right.
Sample a Course
Click here for more information on the RN-BS program.
Please note the blended learning format requires students to attend in-person, face-to-face sessions at select locations in Massachusetts in addition to the online sessions.
| Type of Fee |
Amount |
| Tuition and Fees per course* |
$912 |
| College Fee per semester |
$60 |
| Library Access Fee |
$18 |
| Technology Fee per course |
$150 |
| Registration Fee (one time per semester) |
$30 (One time per semester) |
| Total for a three credit course* |
$1170 |
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* Courses can vary from one to six credits; this total represents a standard 3 credit course
The University of Massachusetts is accredited by the
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Did you know?
University of Massachusetts has earned several awards for its distance learning programs, faculty and technology including:
- University of Massachusetts Ranked Among Top 28 Best Value in Online Education for Human Services & Psychology Professionals, 2009 by Get Educated
- Ranked Top 10 Online Degrees Colleges- September 2009 (Online Degree Reviews.com)
- UMassOnline Awarded Public Sector of the Year by Mass Technology Leadership Council , 2008
- Most Outstanding Online Teaching and Learning Program, UMass Lowell's Online Graduate Behavioral Intervention in Autism Program, Sloan Consortium Excellence Awards, 2008
- 'Excellence in Online Teaching' Award, Dr. Jeannette E. Riley, Sloan Consortium Excellence Awards, 2008
- 21st Century Best Practices Award, United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA)
- Program of Excellence, University Continuing Education Association (UCEA)-Journalism Certificate
- Excellence in Faculty Development, Sloan-C Excellence Awards
- Excellence in Online Programming, Sloan-C Excellence Awards
- Excellence in Online Teaching, Sloan-C Excellence Awards
- UMass Amherst Isenberg MBA, Top 10 national rankings, #4 Best Professors (2005, 2006, 2007 Princeton Review: Best Business Schools rankings)
- 4th in Primary Care Education, U.S. World Reports
- Ranked 45th Best University System in the World - London Times
- Excellence in Distance Teaching Education - United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA)
Students may transfer non-nursing course credits from other institutions to meet most program requirements. A total of 45 credits, including 33 nursing credits must be taken at UMD. These courses may also be satisfied through the UMass Dartmouth Professional and Continuing Education division with online, blended or face-to-face courses. Nursing courses build on RN prior knowledge and skills and support professional development. Clinical courses allow students to increase their knowledge in community nursing and chronic illness care through faculty directed independent practice. A final clinical course provides the opportunity to gain expertise or explore a new area of nursing of the student's choice with a professional nurse mentor.
Students may select to accelerate progression to graduate nursing programs while completing the BS. This option allows students to complete three MS nursing courses as part of their undergraduate study.
Availability of financial aid varies depending on matriculation and course status. Please check with your program manager or advisor to determine your eligibility. Generally, if you are matriculated in a degree program and are enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits each semester, you may qualify for financial aid. Please review our Financial Aid Checklist below.
- Fill out the FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov. It is important to list the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth school code number 002210.
- For more information or if you have further questions, please contact Umass Dartmouth Financial Aid Office at (508) 999-8632 or at financialaid@umassd.edu.
Tips:
- Please renew your FAFSA form every year.
- When you register for classes, please contact the Professional and Continuing Education at UMass Dartmouth at (508) 990-1160 to let them know you that you have applied/are applying for financial aid. Also, it is in your best interest to register for your classes either by phone or fax ((508)990-1160ph; (617) 287-7902). You can download the registration form here. If you do not intend to apply for financial aid, you can register online.
Contact:
For more information or if you have further questions, please contact Financial Aid Services at (508) 999-8632 or at
financialaid@umassd.edu
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