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RN to BSN

Take your nursing career to the next level in as little as eight months at Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston. Our flexible RN to BSN pathway is an ideal way to expand your career opportunities.

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Free tuition for qualifying BSN students

Cizik School of Nursing offers low tuition for its highly ranked Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Now, the UTHealth Houston Future Nurses Fund provides supplemental financial aid to make tuition and required fees free to full-time BSN students who earn less than $100,000 annually in gross adjusted income. Find out of you qualify!

RN to BSN at a Glance

Students with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) can advance to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Cizik School of Nursing’s flexible RN to BSN option. Designed for working nurses, the RN to BSN track enables students to complete online coursework in two, three, or five semesters while caring for patients all over Texas. The in-person clinical project can be completed in the world-famous Texas Medical Center or at sites throughout the state. 

Early decision admission is available for ADN students who have completed at least 40 hours of prerequisites. 

      • Admit Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
      • Average Completion: Two, three, or five semesters
      • Credit Requirements: 31 credit hours
      • Educational Mode: 100% online lectures and an in-person clinical project
        Enrollment Level: Part-time or full-time enrollment
      • Estimated Tuition: Among the lowest in Texas
      • Prerequisites: 60 hours with at least 40 hours, including 16 hours of science courses, completed by the application deadline (See the full list of required courses.)
      • Admission Requirements

      Learn how to apply for fall, spring, or summer start dates, or if the RN-BSN track is right for you.

      Cizik School of Nursing’s BSN program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing.

      Affordable Bachelor of Science in Nursing

      Cizik School of Nursing offers one of the most affordable RN to BSN options in the state of Texas. We also provide generous need-based and academic scholarships to our nursing students. Learn more about financial aid.

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      Flexible Enrollment Options

      Our hybrid RN to BSN pathway offers three enrollment options designed to fit your life:

      • Fast-track (2 semesters)
      • Traditional (3 semesters)
      • Flexible (up to 5 semesters)

      Begin your RN-BSN studies when it makes sense for you. We offer start dates in fall, spring, and summer.

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      “A BSN opens doors”

      Attending Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston is a dream come true for Arnoldo Varela-Guillen, RN, who was accepted to the RN to BSN track by early admission while completing an associate’s degree nursing program at Houston Community College.

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      Expand Your Career Horizons with our BSN Program

      Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program prepares you for a wide variety of career pathways. When you graduate from Cizik School of Nursing, you set yourself apart from other nurses. BSN-prepared graduates are in demand in today’s job market. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a job growth of about 5% over the next decade.

      Get Started Toward Your BSN Degree

      Apply today for the RN to BSN option at Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston. When you graduate from our nationally ranked program, employers will recognize the value of your education.

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      Need Help?

      Our enrollment coaches can help you navigate the application process.

      Call 713-500-2145, or email [email protected].

      Expand Your Nursing Education at Cizik School of Nursing

      What comes after your BSN? Cizik School of Nursing offers many paths to expand your knowledge and grow your career through master’s level and doctoral level graduate programs in nursing.

      BSN to DNP program

      Master's and post-graduate programs

      BSN to PhD program

      Continuing Professional Development