RN to BSN (with a prior BA)

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Hi I need some help finding a 1 yr. RN to BSN program (if possible) for

someone with a prior BA in another field.

I graduated from UCI w/ BA in psychology in 2008,

got accepted to the Saddleback Nursing program for Spring 2010, and

when I graduate from Saddleback my goal is to go for the BSN

Most of the RN to BSN programs are designed for those WITHOUT a prior

BA/BS degree, requiring an additional 2-3 years of schooling. (Yes I am aware

of the Accelerated BSN/ EL MSN programs designed for those with a prior BA/ BS degree

but I didn't get accepted into any of them unfortunately)

My question is are there any 1 yr. RN to BSN programs, specifically for those with a previous

BA degree? I really don't want to spend another 2-3 years more in school lol.

Thank you for your help!

Droogi RN, thank you for your reply. I think you know what I'm looking for. So you think online RN-BSN programs are the right route? And they DO tailor to your prior BA/BS?

Online will be the right route for me; you have to consider your own needs before you decide what will be best for you. And I will still have to complete clinical hours, which of course can't be done online. Also, the program I am considering does take into account my previous degree and so will adjust the courses I need accordingly; after all, it doesn't make sense for me to take eight hours of physical science for a Bachelor's degree when I have already done that... see what I mean?

Again, you really do need to approach the advisors for the programs you are interested in to find our what their specific requirements are. Best of luck!

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