School of Nursing

School of Nursing

Online B.S. in Nursing Concurrent Enrollment Pathway for OCNE Students

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Fast-track your B.S. in nursing degree through OHSU’s online concurrent enrollment pathway.

Earn your B.S. in as little as six months after completing your A.A.S. at an OCNE community college. You’ll take online courses from OHSU during the summer between the first and second year of your A.A.S. program to get a head start. 

Complete your B.S. in nursing at OHSU

Get a high-quality nursing degree in less time. 

  • A faster path to your B.S. Start earning bachelor’s-level credits while completing your associate degree so you can graduate with your B.S. degree sooner. 
  • Boost your career potential. Stand out in the job market with a B.S., which opens doors to leadership roles and higher pay. 
  • 100% online. Complete all classes and clinical activities online, from anywhere. You don’t need to visit campus. 
  • Expert faculty and support. Learn from OHSU’s renowned nursing faculty and receive guidance from dedicated advisors every step of the way. 
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Nursing scholarships

OHSU offers more nursing scholarships than ever before. See if you qualify. 

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Admission and application requirements

Follow these steps to complete your application, and you’ll be on your way.

Admissions

Before you apply, you need:

  • To be in your first year of an A.A.S. program at an OCNE community college
  • To complete all non-nursing bachelor’s degree requirements, except for 15 upper-division electives, B.S. core nursing credits, or both. 
  • A GPA of 3.0 or higher 
  • C- or higher in all prerequisite courses

Talk to an admissions counselor.

How to apply

Follow these steps to apply: 

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Tuition and scholarships

Affordable nursing school tuition puts your degree in reach.  

  • Cost: $315 per credit for Oregon residents and non-residents. Learn more about tuition and cost of attendance. 
  • Scholarships: OHSU offers many nursing scholarships to help you fund your education. See what’s available and if you qualify.  

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Classes and degree requirements

You need 180 credits to complete the B.S. in nursing degree. This includes prerequisite courses, your associate degree credits, general education and elective credits and 33 credits of RN to B.S. nursing classes taken through OHSU.

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

Learn more about classes and requirements.

Why enroll in OHSU’s B.S. in nursing concurrent enrollment pathway at OHSU?

This online pathway lets you fast-track your B.S. in nursing degree at Oregon’s only academic health center. 

  • Start your B.S. while finishing your A.A.S. Get a head start on your bachelor’s degree by taking courses during summer break, so you can graduate with your B.S. sooner. 
  • Stand out in the job market. 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. 

Online B.S. in nursing concurrent enrollment pathway frequently asked questions

Who is eligible to apply for the concurrent enrollment pathway?

You can apply if you are a nursing student at an OCNE community college who fits one of these descriptions: 

  • Are in your first year of an A.A.S. program.
  • Have already completed a bachelor’s or master’s in a non-nursing field and are accepted into an A.A.S. program.
  • Are in an A.A.S. program and only need to complete upper-division electives and/or core nursing courses.

Which community colleges are a part of OCNE?

How long will this pathway take?

You can complete your B.S. in nursing degree in as little as six months after earning your A.A.S. You’ll take online courses during the summer between the first and second year of your A.A.S. program to get a head start.

Are all classes online?

Yes. All classes and clinical activities are 100% online. There’s no need to come to campus.

How do I apply?

Visit Nursing CAS to apply.