Nursing

Trine University accepts an online application only. It can be accessed via the Internet at Trine RN-BSN. Online applications may be sent by following the directions given on our website. The RN-BSN program follows the University’s transfer admission policy outlined in the Trine University Catalog as well as the following criteria. There are two options below.

For students that have completed an associate or diploma degree in nursing: 

• Earned Diploma or associate degree in nursing from a state-approved, institutionally accredited college or university. 
• Have a current, unrestricted RN license in the state where the student plans to complete your practicum requirements. If licensed in more than one state, all must be unencumbered. The Director of Nursing has the discretion to admit graduated students pending NCLEX. 
• Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale in Diploma or ASN degree courses verified on those transcripts. 
• If an applicant's GPA is below 2.5, the student may be admitted on a probationary basis, as established by the guidelines of the University. 
   

For students that are currently in an associate degree in nursing program from a state-approved, institutionally accredited college or university, concurrent enrollment requirements:

• Acceptance in an associate degree in nursing program.
• Must meet a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade scale on all college coursework completed prior to admission.
• Once accepted into the RN-BSN program, concurrent enrollment has the following requirements:
  
  • Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
  • RN licensure is required before taking the RN-BSN clinical courses of NRS 414 and NRS 484.

 

Students who are seeking RN-BSN program admission prior to taking the NCLEX-RN must meet the following requirements:

• Earned Nursing Degree: Hold a diploma or associate degree in nursing from a state-approved, institutionally accredited college or university.
• GPA: Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale in diploma or associate degree nursing coursework, as verified by official transcripts.
• Executive Director Approval: Graduates of an approved diploma or associate degree nursing program who have not yet completed the NCLEX-RN may be admitted to the RN-BSN program at the discretion of the Executive Director of Nursing.
• Licensure Prior to Practicum: Students admitted prior to RN licensure may begin RN-BSN coursework; however, they must obtain and maintain a current, unrestricted RN license before enrolling in any precepted practicum course.

 RN to BSN Application

 

See the Courses page for course details.

For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.

	Mission	Vision
University	Trine University promotes intellectual and personal development through professionally focused and formative learning opportunities, preparing students to succeed, lead and serve.	Trine University will be recognized as a premier private university, characterized as engaged, dynamic, growing and adding value.
College of Health Professions	The College of Health Professions at Trine University, by providing high quality, professionally focused and formative undergraduate and graduate science learning opportunities, enables its students, graduates and faculty to make a positive impact on the community through service, leadership, and scholarship.	The College of Health Professions at Trine University will be recognized as a premier provider of undergraduate and graduate science education, adding value to the lives of its graduates and community.
RN-BSN Program	The RN-BSN Program at Trine University will provide a quality, innovative educational experience that produces professional nursing graduates capable of delivering safe, culturally and contextually relevant, evidence-based care in a variety of environments, while also preparing them to positively impact individuals, groups, and communities through scholarship, leadership, and service.	The RN-BSN Program at Trine University will be recognized as a premier provider of nursing education characterized by dynamic and engaging learning experiences, improving the lives of its graduates and community.

Trine University's RN-BSN program aspires to meet the following outcomes:

1. Program Completion Rate: 70% of full-time RN-BSN students will graduate within 4.5 semesters, beginning with enrollment in the first nursing (NRS) course, not including periods of non-continuous enrollment.
2. Program Completion Rate: 70% of part-time RN-BSN students will graduate within nine semesters, beginning with enrollment in the first nursing (NRS) course, not including periods of non-continuous enrollment.
3. Employment Rate: 80% of RN-BSN graduate respondents will be employed in nursing within six to 12 months following graduation.
4. Graduate Satisfaction: At least 70% of RN-BSN graduate respondents will rate their overall level of preparedness, knowledge, skills and attitudes in the role of the professional-level registered nurse as 3.0 or higher on a 5.0 scale.
5. Employer Satisfaction: At least 80% of employer respondents will rate RN-BSN graduates' overall level of preparedness, knowledge, skills and attitudes in the role of the professional-level registered nurse as a 3.0 or higher on a 5.0 scale.

Graduates expand upon foundational nursing practice to integrate systems thinking, population health, leadership and evidence translation. Upon completion of the RN-BSN program the graduate will:

1. Integrate evidence into practice by critically appraising and integrating current evidence to improve nursing practice and patient outcomes across settings.
2. Apply systems-based practice by analyzing healthcare systems, policies and organizational structures to improve quality, safety and equity in care delivery.
3. Advance population health by designing and implementing health promotion and disease prevention strategies for diverse populations and communities.
4. Lead quality improvement initiatives by leading and evaluating quality and safety initiatives using data and improvement science principles.
5. Strengthen interprofessional collaboration by facilitating collaborative partnerships that enhance care coordination and healthcare outcomes.
6. Promote health equity and social justice by advocating for policies and practices that address social determinants of health and reduce disparities.
7. Enhance professional identity and leadership by demonstrating leadership behaviors that support ethical practice, mentorship and professional accountability.