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Online RN to BSN Admission Steps

About the RN to BSN Program

Missouri Southern State University’s online RN to BSN program is designed for licensed registered nurses who want to advance their education and expand their career opportunities. This flexible, fully accredited Missouri program builds on your existing nursing experience and provides the coursework, personalized support, and academic resources needed to complete your Bachelor of Science in Nursing and prepare for leadership and advancement in today’s healthcare settings.
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Is the RN to BSN Program Right for you?
This program may be right for you if you...

  • Are a licensed registered nurse with an associate degree or nursing diploma
  • Want to advance your nursing career or qualify for leadership opportunities
  • Prefer a fully online learning format that fits around work and life commitments
  • Are interested in strengthening skills in patient care, leadership, and evidence-based practice
  • Plan to pursue graduate nursing education or expanded roles in healthcare

Careers with a RN to BSN in Nursing

An RN to BSN opens doors to leadership, specialty, and community health roles. Nurses with a BSN are increasingly preferred by hospitals and healthcare employers.

Common job titles include:
  • Staff Nurse / Registered Nurse
  • Charge Nurse / Nurse Manager
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Clinical Educator / Case Manager

Graduates of Missouri Southern State University’s RN to BSN program often work in hospitals, clinics, and community health organizations across Missouri and beyond.


Admission Standards for the online rn to bsn program

  • Rolling admission: Entry is available in summer, fall, or spring. See the application checklist below for specific deadlines.
  • Application review: All applications are evaluated by the Nursing Admissions Committee.
  • Notification: Admission decisions are final and communicated via mail and MSSU email.

The Missouri Southern McCune Brooks Foundation School of Nursing seeks students who are committed, motivated, and ready to lead in the nursing profession. Admissions decisions are based on a holistic review of academics, accomplishments, and character.

Admission Requirements

Admissions & How to Apply

  1. Apply to MSSU: Admissions Homepage - Admissions (mssu.edu)
  2. Make an appointment with the RN to BSN Advisor/Coordinator, Melanie Markham, by emailing her at markham-m@mssu.edu.
  3. Download your MSSU RN to BSN Admission Checklist.
  4. Explore available scholarship opportunties.

Applications are reviewed by the Nursing Admissions Committee. Decisions are final, and official notification is sent via MSSU email. Be sure to use your current MSSU email when applying.

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Questions? Contact Us

nursing@mssu.edu