RN-BSN Program at Ohio University

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Members are discussing their experiences with Ohio University's online RN to BSN program. Overall, members appreciate the 5-week class format, find the workload manageable, and note the heavy emphasis on APA formatting. Some members mention challenges with communication with TA's and changes to assignments, while others highlight the flexibility of the program and the ability to plan nursing classes in advance. Additionally, there are questions about credits transferring, grading fairness, and the process of receiving a Degree Audit Report (DAR).

I'm just starting to look into RN-BSN programs, I was wondering if anyone has had experience with Ohio University's Online program? I'd like to know the good, bad, and the ugly about the program and the instructors. When problems arise are they dealt with quickly and easily? I work 3-12's on straight nights in a very busy CVICU at a major medical center in Ohio.

Im looking to enroll and the program sounds really interesting. I just dont want to turn it into another 2 year program thats all.

I hit a major roadblock with the capstone course. Despite the best efforts, OU and the hospital can't reach a contract agreement for the clinical placement. Now I am on my own to find a new site, and graduation feels incredibly uncertain. The anxiety and stress have been overwhelming.

Based on this experience, I would like to offer some advice. Learn from my mistake and get answers to these questions before selecting the RN to BSN program:

  • Ask your employer if a contract is required for the capstone project and if they have one with the university.
  • If a contract is needed and OU is being considered, find out if an agreement is already in place.
  • If not, ask the workplace which universities they do have existing contracts with. Consider going to these programs instead of OU.

This process will prevent a massive headache. Even if the hospital has a contract with OU, I would still suggest going to other programs. The RN to BSN program at OU is excessively demanding. Other programs offer a less burdensome path to the same degree. Btw, I have 4.0 GPA in the RN to BSN program at OU, and I still would recommend other programs.

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