Mary Beth McCoy
RN to BSN Graduate
"The strength of this program is that it is very convenient for working people to be able to finish their BSN and MSN. It makes it possible. Otherwise I would not have been able to accomplish this goal in my life. You made it possible for a 55-year-old mother to share her college experiences with her children. They are very proud of mom getting her BSN"
"This program being online was the only way I could attend a program of study while working full-time. I feel like I've learned so much about community, leadership, and research in nursing that enabled me to grow in my current position"
"This is an excellent program. The fact that is online makes it accessible to every RN. I believe that all RN's should further their education. This program made it possible for me"
The following criteria are required for admission to the RN to BSN Program:
1. A current, unrestricted license to practice as an RN in NC (includes Compact states)
2. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or more on all post-secondary courses
3. Official transcripts of coursework completed at all post-secondary institutions for the Nursing Major and Liberal Studies course prerequisites with grades of C or better.
4. At least 60 semester hours of credit, not including Nursing courses. (3 quarter hrs=2 semester hours). *** If the number of non-nursing transfer hours does not total 60 after students have satisfied all of the course requirements following, additional general elective courses will need to be taken. ***
5. Basic Computer Proficiency. Admitted students are required to have basic word processing, e-mail, and Internet access skills. ***Students may obtain computer knowledge by taking CIS 110 at their local community college***
6. Acceptance to WCU. To apply click here
The WCU Liberal Studies requirement is waived if student has a previous Baccalaureate Degree or an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science from a North Carolina Community College. An Associate of Applied Science degree does not waive this requirement. Read more about the WCU School of Nursing and Liberal Studies requirements.
To assist you in determining your enrollment eligibility, contact Sandra Brown, the RN to BSN Student Services Manager at slbrown@wcu.edu.
Students who have met the admission requirements can begin the application process by completing the following steps:
Step One: Apply to WCU by clicking here. Click on this link for complete application instructions.
Step Two: After you have completed your general application to WCU, you will need to complete the RN to BSN application.
Deadlines for applying to the RN to BSN program are April 10th for the fall semester and September 10th for the spring semester
Step Three: Next you will contact the Registrar of EVERY post-secondary school you have attended and request that an official copy of your transcript be mailed to EACH of the addresses below:
Office of Admissions
Western Carolina University
102 Camp Building
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Western Carolina University
RN to BSN Program
1459 Sand Hill Road, G33
Candler, NC 28715