LPN to BSN
Advance your career in as few as 4 semesters in Cumberland University’s unique LPN to BSN pathway designed specifically for licensed practical nurses (LPN) to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) by leveraging the knowledge and skills they have already gained through practice.
*length of program is dependent upon the number of prerequisites already completed
Advance your knowledge and skills
Courses will supplement what LPNs have learned in the field in preparation for a career as a Bachelor’s prepared nurse (BSN). Students begin taking nursing courses in the first semester, along with the necessary prerequisite classes, making our program different from other options.
- Flexible with both full-time and part-time options.
- Hybrid nursing courses with asynchronous online learning modules. Other learning will take place during clinicals in hospitals throughout Wilson, Davidson, Putnam, Rutherford and Sumner.
- Credit awarded for knowledge gained from student’s LPN program.
Admission Requirements
- Official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities attended
- Nursing Candidacy Form (Nursing Application)
- High School Transcript, if available
- A letter of recommendation from an employer or former nursing instructor
Additional Requirements
The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skill) is Not required for admission but is required before starting classes. Students must take the ATI TEAS before the first day of classes in the nursing program. A set cut score is not required on the TEAS Exam for LPN to BSN. Information regarding scheduling of the ATI TEAS is available at http://www.atitesting.com.
Next Steps
- First, apply to Cumberland University
- Then, submit a separate application to the LPN to BSN program
Financial Aid
Limited private and federal scholarships are available. Financial aid opportunities are discussed on a case by case basis.
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For more information, contact Program Director and Associate Professor of Nursing Dr. Beth Chatham at bchatham@cumberland.edu and (615) 547-1360.