Galen’s Online RN to BSN and Online MSN programs also include virtual simulation and specialty-focused electives. Learn more!
If you are interested in the Online RN to BSN, Online MSN, and Online DNP programs, these are your next steps.
“Post-licensure” is a term for nursing education programs you could choose after you’ve earned your RN license. Galen’s post-licensure programs include the Online RN to BSN, Online MSN, and Online DNP.
Galen offers three online programs for those who already have their RN license: RN to BSN (next term start is July 8) and MSN & DNP (next term start is Sept. 2). These programs are offered in all states except for Washington. Tip: These are also known as “Post-licensure” programs, signifying nursing education after achieving a license as an RN.
The DNP program is offered in January, May and September. Ready? Apply today!
An external treatment professional is defined as a healthcare professional qualified in the diagnosis and treatment of learning, emotional, health, or physical disabilities.
Galen’s part-time PN/VN program is only offered at Louisville & San Antonio Campuses.
Galen offers four On Campus programs: BSN, ADN, LPN/LVN to ADN Bridge, and PN/VN. Programs vary by campus. Tip: These are also known as “Pre-licensure” programs, signifying nursing education before achieving a license as an RN.
This start date is for the Online RN to BSN program only.
This start date is for the MSN program only.
Please note, Galen does not accept transfer credits for undergraduate nursing courses.
Who is a readmission student? Any former Galen student who attended a program and experienced a break in enrollment from their program, either withdrawn or dismissed. This includes former students who are requesting to change programs or campus locations. This does not include graduates who are applying to a new nursing program. NOTE: If you have never been enrolled at Galen or graduated from a Galen program and would like to enroll in a new one, learn more about your next steps at How to Apply.
Learn more about the types of patient groups you can work with as an RN through this resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Who is a readmission student? Any former Galen student who attended a program and experienced a break in enrollment from their program, either withdrawn or dismissed. This includes former students who are requesting to change programs or campus locations. This does not include graduates who are applying to a new nursing program.
Learn more about career advancement opportunities in nursing with a graduate degree through this resource on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.
The required general education hours for this program may be less than you think if you have qualifying transfer credit from another college. If you are interested in transferring to Galen, ask your enrollment counselor for a free transfer credit review to learn more about how many credits you need to complete your desired program. In the meantime, learn more about transferring to Galen.
You may have the ability to take some classes online — if an online course is available at your campus/program and if you choose to take a course online. Courses in an online format vary by campus and program, and are not guaranteed. Ask your Enrollment Counselor for more information about online courses.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program
LPN/LVN to ADN Bridge program
If you are interested in the Practical/Vocational, 2-Year ADN, LPN/LVN to ADN Bridge, 3-Year BSN at your campus — these are your next steps.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
If you are transferring to Galen, ask your enrollment counselor for a free transfer credit review to learn more about how many credits you need to complete your desired program.
Galen PN/VN grads qualify with a 2.0 if the LPN/LVN Bridge program is begun within 2 quarters of earning your PN/VN diploma.
Students accepted into Galen’s LPN/LVN to ADN Bridge Option within six months of graduating from Galen’s PN/VN program will be required to provide proof of current, active, unencumbered PN/VN license as a course registration requirement for NUR 202 LPN/LVN to RN Role Transition.
Applicants may be granted conditional acceptance into the Online RN to BSN program at Galen’s discretion. Students admitted with a conditional status must maintain satisfactory standing (a grade of ‘C’ or above and a cumulative GPA of 2.0) or may be subject to dismissal. Students will gain full acceptance upon obtaining RN licensure.
Applicants may be granted conditional acceptance into the MSN program at the Program Director’s discretion. Students admitted must complete six (6) semester credits at the master’s level with an earned grade of “B” or greater in each course taken to gain full acceptance to Galen’s MSN program.
Some term starts may vary by campus or program. Find your campus to learn more.
“Pre-licensure” is a term for nursing programs you would follow before you’ve earned your license as an RN. Pre-licensure nursing programs at Galen can include the BSN, ADN, LPN/LVN to ADN Bridge, and PN/VN. Programs vary by campus.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a registered nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
Explore resources on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website that can connect you with CareerOneStop for an estimation of earnings as a licensed practical/vocational nurse in your area.
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