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Indiana University

Degree Options

Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing Option

How to Apply

  1. Apply for admission to IUPUI for the fall, spring, or summer semester. A university application may be obtained online or by contacting the IUPUI Office of Admissions at (317) 274-4591. Indicate your proposed major as RN to BSN option on item #14 on the university's application. NOTE: If you have ever been admitted to any Indiana University campus, please complete a returning student application.
  2. Transfer of credit from other colleges or universities is done at time of admission by IUPUI's Office of Admissions. Transfer credit will be awarded for courses with a minimum grade of C (2.0), if courses being transferred are essentially equivalent to required course work.
  3. Admission to the RN to BSN option of the School of Nursing requires an application that is separate from that to the university. The number of RNs accepted is limited to those who can be accommodated in a given semester. The Admission, Progression, and Graduation Committee of the School of Nursing considers and acts upon applications for admission to the RN to BSN option. Applicants must meet all minimum criteria, as published in the School of Nursing Bulletin. Applications may be obtained from the Center for Academic Affairs, School of Nursing, NU 122.

Application Requirements

In order to apply, you must:

  • Be admitted to Indiana University as a degree-seeking student.
  • Provide evidence of current Indiana registered nurse (RN) licensure in any state where the student is practicing for the purpose of completing clinical course requirements.
  • Achieve a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all courses attempted.
  • Complete required prerequisite courses with a grade of C (2.0) or above in each course. The grade of C- (1.7) is not acceptable. A grade of C or above must be obtained by the second attempt. Students can repeat a required course only twice.
  • See the complete list of requirements for all students.

Ready to Apply?

Once you are ready to apply, you can complete the RN-BSN Application (PDF). Please submit your application and a copy of your current RN license to:

Helen McKuras
Academic Advisor
Indiana University School of Nursing
Center for Academic Affairs
1111 Middle Drive, Room 122
Indianapolis, IN 46202