BSN online

[ohmeowzer RN]

i would like to get my BSN , but don't want to go to school. there are so many schools out there online. i don't know which to choose. one more question would having a BA be helpful having your RN? i am a RN now. thank you in advance.

[Sabby_NC]

From what I've seen 18 to 24 months is the average. I took 2.5 years because I had co-reqs like Chemistry, Statistics, Western Civ., to take.

Most programs are half-time/part-time and they are time-limited and you can't work at your own pace. Most of the programs I checked such as University of Phoenix, St. Pete College, University of Jacksonville and FHCHS had accellerated classes that you took one class at a time. Meaning the classes lasted seven to eight weeks instead of the traditional 16 (some were even 5 weeks which is crazy). Otherwise taking one class at a time would take over 3 to 4 years to complete. This is why it's considered going "half-time" because you can complete six hours (two classes one at a time) in a semester.

Some programs such as UoP and FH allow you take more than one class at a time and you can conceivable go full time, taking four classes a semester two at a time.

Did I confuse you??

But to answer your question: No they are not self-paced, they are time limited just like the regular on-campus classes and you have no say so in when assignments are due.

Thanks Tweety and no you did not confuse me. I appreciate your imput. :)

[guest64485]

Tweety,

Were you able to take all your co-reqs online there as well?

[round2]

I think you have to be carefule about the one you choose...make sure it is not just a place where they take your money and leave you with no education. I live near Philadelphia and Drexel has a RN-BSN program fully online. It's pretty poular around this area. Especially if your employer reimburses you. Good luck!