Programs

The Amherst Online RN to BS Program has won the 2001 New England Continuing Education Faculty Award, and the New England Continuing Education Student Award in 2005. The Program prepares nurses for a successful career in healthcare. With the many changes taking place within the nursing profession, nurses need the skills to advance their careers and become leaders nursing. In addition to practicum, coursework includes: nursing research, cultural diversity issues, community focused nursing, management, and writing in nursing.

The online RN to BS program is learner-centered and combines Web-based instruction and student tailored practice to meet the needs of busy registered nurses. Online nursing courses offer the flexibility to study anytime - anywhere. Clinical practica are offered at locations convenient to home.

Program Highlights:

• Outstanding Faculty
• Leader in Nursing Education
• Committed to prepare graduates for practice in diverse settings

Learn more about this program:

To receive more information and connect with the program manager, please click on inquire now to the right.

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For more information on the Online RN to BS Nursing program click here

Registration is administered through UMass Amherst Continuing and Professional Education. Please see Fee Schedule below.

Type of Fee	Amount
Fee per credit	$443
Registration Fee per semester	$40
Education Service Fee per semester	$0
Late Reg. Fee per semester*	$60
Returned Check Fee per semester**	$25
Total for Summer Tuition	$4032 (443x9 credits = 3987 + 45 reg. fee per semester)
Total for Fall Tuition	$3589 (443x8 credits = 3544 + 45 registration fee per semester)
Total for Summer Tuition	$4475 (443x10 credits = 4430 + 45 registration fee per semester)

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*applicable when you register after deadline; non-refundable unless course has been canceled

** applicable when checks returned unpaid

 

The School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), a national nursing education accrediting body. The University of Massachusetts is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Did you know?

The University of Massachusetts was ranked 22nd Best University in North America and 45th Best in the World by the Times of London.

More Awards…

• Winner, New England Continuing Education Faculty Award, 2001
• Winner, New England Continuing Education Student Award, 2005
• Winner, United States Distance Learning Association, 21st Century Best Practices Award, 2005
• Winner, Sloan-C Excellence Awards - Excellence in Faculty Development, 2005 (UMassLowell)
• Winner, Sloan-C Excellence Awards - Excellence in Online Programming, 2005(UMass Lowell)
• Winner, Sloan-C Excellence Awards - Excellence in Online Teaching, 2005 (UMass Lowell)
• UMass Amherst Isenberg MBA, Top 10 national rankings, #4 Best Professors (2005, 2006, 2007 Princeton Review: Best Business Schools rankings)
• Med School, 4th in Primary Care Education, U.S. World Reports, 2005

Admission to the RN to BS Online Nursing Mobility Track requires 1. a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, 2. Current R.N. licensure 3. *C or better in all pre-requisite courses, 4. Successful completion of the NLN Acceleration Challenge Exam (ACE) II- up to 30 credits, if needed, to complete the minimum of 45 residence credits; 45th percentile is the passing score for ACE exams. 5. Completion of all 63 required non-nursing credits, including a grade of C or better in all seven nursing prerequisites. For more information, please contact the Continuing and Professional Education office at (413) 545-3706 or at ADMISSIONS@CONTINED.UMASS.EDU

Admission is competitive - Apply early!

Application deadline: February 1

1.  Read application form instructions carefully. Click here for the application.

2.  Complete application form and sign the bottom of the fifth page of the application.

3. Include a one page essay about professional practice and two letters of recommendation.

4. Request official transcripts from each college or university you have attended.

5. A copy of current RN nursing license.

6. If you are applying for Financial Aid, please fill out the FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Below is the deadline: Admittance once a year

June Classes
February 1st

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.

1. Fill out the FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
2. It is important to list the University of Massachusetts Amherst school code number 002221.
3. For more information please click here.