Carl Sandburg College and the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Nursing (SON) have agreed to offer an accelerated path to a bachelor’s in nursing (BS) that would allow students to complete their general education courses at Sandburg, earning an associate degree in nursing, and complete their baccalaureate nursing coursework online through SIUE.
Students can take classes at Sandburg and begin a job in their profession while then working online to obtain their BS from SIUE.
“Our nursing students will benefit from the partnership created between Sandburg and SIUE. This pathway offers the opportunity to further their nursing education with a highly respected institution at an affordable cost and in a timely manner,” Sandburg Dean of Health Professions Kris Gray said. “We are fortunate to partner with an institution that shares our commitment to student success and to high-quality nursing education.”
The SON accelerated registered nurse to Bachelor of Science (RN to BS) in nursing option is offered in a flexible, entirely-online format to accommodate the needs of working registered nurses (RNs). The program format consists of eight-week courses and can be completed in one year (three semesters) if most of the general education requirements are met at the time of admission. A student’s academic progression plan is customized to meet their individual needs. Those interested in attaining an RN to MSN or DNP may apply for accelerated graduate nursing options.
“The partnership between Carl Sandburg College and the SIUE School of Nursing demonstrates a mutual commitment of offering high-quality, affordable and accessible education to students who want to become nurses and advance within their profession,” said SON Dean Laura Bernaix, PhD. “This partnership will undoubtedly contribute toward ensuring a robust nursing workforce in Illinois.”
For more information, contact the Carl Sandburg College Welcome Center at 309.345.3500 or sandburg.edu/Academics/Pathways/Health_Sciences or visit siue.edu/nursing/academic-programs.
***Report Courtesy of Carl Sandburg College***
