Complete your B.S. with a major in nursing at OHSU

If you have an associate degree in nursing (AAS) from an OCNE community college, you can earn your B.S. in nursing in-person at OHSU. 

• A better degree for your career. In-person training gives you hands-on experience that online programs can’t and makes you more competitive for jobs at top hospitals like OHSU. 
• Hands-on clinical experience. Gain real-world experience in acute care and community settings, preparing you to work in advanced care environments. 
• High-quality nursing education. Learn from expert faculty at Oregon’s only academic Level 1 trauma center. 
• Quick path to your future. Complete your degree in just nine months and jumpstart your career. 

Classes and degree requirements

You need 180 credits to complete the post-AAS to B.S. with a major in nursing degree program. That includes prerequisites plus 33 credits in nursing classes you take at OHSU.

Along the way, OHSU faculty and staff will help guide your success.

Learn more about classes and requirements.

Why complete your post-AAS to B.S. on-campus at OHSU?

OHSU’s post-AAS to B.S. program offers hands-on clinical training with expert faculty to build your skills and advance your career. 

• Unlock career opportunities with in-person clinical training. In-person clinical training gives you the confidence and experience employers want, opening doors to better jobs. 
• Access high-demand jobs. With your B.S. in nursing, you’ll qualify for better-paying jobs and more advanced positions, as Oregon needs skilled nurses with bachelor's degrees. 
• Get a high-quality education. Gain knowledge and experience to meet the complex health care needs of diverse patient populations. 

Still have questions? Contact an admissions counselor to schedule a call. 

Why choose an in-person B.S. in nursing degree over an online program?

Earning your B.S. in nursing in-person gives you hands-on experience. You’ll gain valuable clinical experience in real-world settings, such as acute care and community environments, which will prepare you for high-level care environments like OHSU. This face-to-face training allows you to practice advanced clinical skills, build connections with expert faculty, and explore potential places for future employment.

Who is eligible to apply for the on-campus post-AAS to B.S. degree program?

The post-AAS to B.S. program is for students who have an AAS from an OCNE community college: 

• Blue Mountain Community College
• Clackamas Community College
• Clatsop Community College
• Columbia Gorge Community College
• Mt. Hood Community College
• Portland Community College
• Rogue Community College
• Southwestern Oregon Community College 
• Umpqua Community College

What clinical options are available in the post-AAS to B.S. program?

You’ll gain clinical experience in a variety of settings: 

• In your first term, you'll complete a leadership practicum in either an acute care or community clinical setting.
• In your second term, you’ll work in a clinical setting focused on population health. 
• In your third term, you’ll participate in an intensive integrative practicum in either acute care or community settings. 

These practicums provide intensive experience in high-level care environments like OHSU. OHSU is an academic medical center that offers a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art tertiary and quaternary care. Each practicum allows you to explore these types of settings for future employment. 

How do I apply for the on-campus post-AAS to B.S. program?

Visit Nursing CAS to apply.

How long is the on-campus post-AAS to B.S. program?

Students can complete the post-AAS to B.S. degree in as little as nine months.

Can I work while I attend the program?

The on-campus post-AAS to B.S. program is full-time, and most students either don’t work or work only part-time while enrolled.