General courses, previously known as prerequisites, are the courses needed to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. There are 18 general courses totaling 57 credit hours. All general courses may be taken in an online five-week format, based on when they are offered. This enables you to complete them concurrently with your RN to BSN Nursing courses.

After you have submitted your application and sent in your transcripts, an academic advisor with UT Arlington will review your information and create a course map that is customized for you. The course map will ensure you will complete the program the most efficient way possible.

No. There are no time limits on the acceptance of general courses.

You will need a transcript evaluation. Please submit an ApplyTexas application and send in your transcripts. An academic advisor will review your information and create a course map that is customized based on your specific needs. The course map will be created in such a way as to ensure that you complete the program in the most efficient way possible.

Contact the hospital the nursing school was associated with to determine where the records are being stored. Also try contacting the Board of Nursing for the state in which you earned your degree.

This requires documentation of being certified through a nationally recognized nursing certification examination or completing a work-based project in Nursing Cooperative Education (Co-op) program. To take advantage of this, you need to submit your certificate to the School of Nursing for evaluation. Certification Submission Process (.pdf)

Please plan on allocating seven to nine hours per week for a 3 semester hour course and 12-14 hours per week for a 4 semester hour course. This time will be spent completing readings, viewing lectures, participating in discussion boards and accessing information in the online library. This does not include the time needed to complete and submit assignments in the course.

The School of Nursing has an excellent reputation in the community. Graduates are actively recruited by local and state health care providers. The BSN program has been accredited annually by the Board of Nurse Examiners since it began in the 1970's and National (NLNAC) accreditation has been continuous in all programs for the past 38 years. In 2006 the School of Nursing elected to seek accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and that accreditation was approved at their Board meeting in Spring 2007.

There will be eight start dates in 2009. Information on the upcoming dates is available on the Start Dates page.

The Partnership Code must be entered into the application to receive the preferred tuition pricing. Please contact the Academic Partnerships Program Coordinator at your health care employer or enrollment services at 1-866-489-2810 to receive your Partnership Code.

You will receive an acknowledgement letter in the mail from UT Arlington Admissions with your NetID and password. This allows access to MyMav, the University's student services portal, and can check the status of your application and other information. When you are accepted, you will receive an acceptance letter with instructions on how to enroll, download your courseware, pay your tuition, and get started.

Please see the admission requirements page.

No. Your application and fee is good for one calendar year. You can enroll in any start date within that period.

No. You may enroll if you are a full time or part-time employee.

Your employer will have a policy related to this. Please refer to the Program Coordinator at your employer for additional information.

Yes. General course transfer credits will be accepted, with no age limitations, if they meet the university’s criteria. Nursing course transfer credits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the School of Nursing.

No. That option is not available at this time.

The UT Arlington Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing degree program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Board of Nursing for the State of Texas.

The School of Nursing has an excellent reputation in the community. Graduates are actively recruited by local and state health care providers. The BSN program has been accredited annually by the Texas Board of Nursing since it began in the 1970's and National (NLNAC) accreditation has been continuous in all programs for the past 38 years. In 2006 the School of Nursing elected to seek accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and that accreditation was approved at their Board meeting in Spring 2007.

Prerequisites are the general courses that must be completed prior to beginning the nursing program. There are twenty three prerequisite courses for a total of seventy credit hours.

After you have submitted your application to UT Arlington via the Texas Common Application and sent in all official transcripts, an academic advisor with UT Arlington will review your information and create a customized course map which suggests the best sequence for your needs. The course map will ensure you will complete the program in the most efficient way possible.

Yes. Prerequisite course transfer credits will be accepted, if they meet the University’s criteria and a grade of “C” or higher was earned. If you are requesting transfer of a pre-nursing course (Introduction to Professional Nursing, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology), you must submit a syllabus that includes a course description, content outline and course objectives. Please review our Equivalency Charts for further information.

Credit will not be awarded for Anatomy & Physiology 5 years or older from start of the nursing program (upper division nursing courses). If Anatomy & Physiology is older than 5 years, you must repeat the course prior to enrolling in Pharmacology or Pathophysiology.

Apply to the University of Texas at Arlington by submitting an ApplyTexas application and send in your transcripts. An academic advisor will review your information and create a course map. The course map will guide you to complete your courses in the most efficient sequence. If you would prefer an unofficial course evaluation prior to applying to UT Arlington, you may e-mail, fax, or mail your transcripts to your advisor. You must provide your name and contact information on your correspondence so that your advisor can contact you.

Activity (per cluster)	Hrs per week*
Online course content	20 hrs.
Course assignments	10 hrs.
Clinical work (over 2 days)	16-24 hrs.

*All hours are approximate and will vary by student.

You will submit two applications. The first application will be the Texas Common Application that provides application to the University. Once you are admitted as a student to the University and you are near completing the prerequisite courses, you will submit a short second application to the School of Nursing.

Once you have completed 12 of your 16 credit hours of natural sciences (Human A&P I, II, Chemistry, and Microbiology) you should review the application deadline that is nearest to your intended start date. In order to begin the nursing program, you must complete all prerequisite courses. You can apply one semester in advance of when you plan to begin the upper division nursing program. This allows you to complete any remaining courses while your nursing application is being reviewed. For example, if you have 12 of your 16 science hours completed by the January 5th deadline, you can apply to UTA to complete your pre-nursing courses in spring and, if accepted, start nursing school in June. Please review the admission requirements and contact your academic advisor if you require clarification.

It is preferred that you complete the elective prior to starting the program. However, an elective will be offered during the intersession in December.

There will be three start dates in 2010: January, June, and September. Information on the upcoming dates is available on the Academic Calendarpage.

Please see the admission requirements page.

The Partnership Code must be entered into the Texas Common Application when applying to the University to receive the preferred tuition pricing. Please contact the Academic Partnerships Program Coordinator at your health care employer or, if you are not employed by a partner, contact enrollment services at 1-866-489-2810 to receive your Partnership Code.

Previous degrees are evaluated from official transcripts and courses that the School of Nursing accepts will be transferred in as applicable to the degree plan. A previous degree does not waive or exclude missing prerequisite courses.

No. That option is not available at this time.

The UT Arlington Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing degree program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Texas Board of Nursing.

Tuition information is available here.

Many employers offer tuition reimbursement; however, financial aid is not currently available. Be sure to complete and submit the FAFSA application to UT Arlington in anticipation of this policy changing in the near future.

Yes. You will need Internet access to download your individual course and online readings onto your computer and to submit and receive feedback on assignments and assessments as well as participate in online discussions. You must regularly monitor your UTA Mavs e-mail address as this is provided to students as an official means of communication and information regarding your course work, degree, and correspondence.

The complete list of technology requirements is available on the Technology Support page.

Yes.

The following are current costs associated with the program that may change without notification: books, stethoscope, uniforms, HESI testing fees, PDA, or nurse kit containing supplies needed in the nursing labs. In addition, you will be required to have a criminal background check, drug screening, and be certified in CPR. At the end of the program, expect a graduation fee as well as fees associated with NCLEX testing for licensure as a registered nurse.

Based on the amount of hours per week the accelerated program takes, it is not possible to work full-time. Experience shows that students working 16-20 hours a week, or less, are more likely to succeed in nursing school.

No. Completion of prerequisite coursework does not guarantee admission into the nursing program. Your acceptance into the program depends on several factors including GPA, HESI scores, and the interview process.

The number selected will vary from hospital to hospital. Groups will be in cohorts of ten.

There is not a limit on how old your science courses are except for your Anatomy & Physiology course, which may not be older than 5 years.

Yes.

Everyone who applies to this program will need to take the HESI A2 exam. This is a requirement for all applicants regardless of previous degree, work experience or other test scores.

Yes. You must submit a copy of your scores by the application due date to the School of Nursing. Scores on the following sections: Math, Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Learning Styles, and Personality Profile must be submitted. We do not require the science portions of the exam.

The RN to BSN Program consists of 9 Nursing Courses (35 credit hours) and 18 General Courses (57 credit hours).

Nursing Courses (35 credit hours):
Professional Nursing A and B (6 credit hours) (first nursing course)
Holistic Care of Older Adults (3 credit hours)
Holistic Health Assessment Across the Lifespan (4 credit hours)
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan (3 credit hours)
Nursing Research (3 credit hours)
Nursing Leadership and Management (4 credit hours)
Care of Vulnerable Populations Across the Lifespan (4 credit hours)
Upper Division Nursing Elective (3 credit hours)
Capstone Course (5 credit hours) (last program course)

General Courses (57 credit hours):
Composition I (3 credit hours)
Composition II (3 credit hours)
Technical Writing or equivalent (3 credit hours)
Statistics (3 credit hours)
State & Local Government (3 credit hours)
Fine Arts: Architecture, Art, Dance, Music, or Theater (3 credit hours)
Federal Government (3 credit hours)
Sociology or Anthropology (3 credit hours)
College Algebra (3 credit hours)
Microbiology (4 credit hours)
Literature (Sophomore level or higher) (3 credit hours)
Introduction to Psychology (3 credit hours)
Developmental Psychology (Lifespan) (3 credit hours)
United States History I (3 credit hours)
United States History II (3 credit hours)
Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credit hours)
Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credit hours)
Upper Division Elective Course (3 credit hours)

The RN to BSN Degree Program can be completed in as little as 13 months. The length of time also depends on how many general courses you have completed.

No. The program cannot be completed in less than 13 months.

We hope that the flexibility of the courseware will allow you to finish the course you are currently taking. If you cannot continue and you withdraw from the course, you can re-enter later in the sequence and take the course you dropped when it is re-offered. You must withdraw by the drop deadline posted under Important Dates to receive a 'W'. To receive a refund for the course tuition you must withdraw before the course starts.

Nursing course descriptions can be found here.

There are no clinical requirements in the traditional sense. Since you are a practicing RN, clinicals are accomplished through assignments that can be completed in your work environment.

A grade of C or above must be earned in Professional Nursing in order to progress in the program, and a Grade of "C" or above must be earned in all other courses in the program in order to graduate. No incomplete grades will be assigned.

Students will not be permitted to continue in the program nor to enroll in additional nursing courses if they:

• Receive a grade of "D" or "F" in more than one nursing course.
• Receive any combination of "D" or "F" on two attempts of the same nursing course.

Tuition information is available here.Health care partners can pay the tuition directly to the University on students' behalf if they choose.

Many employers offer tuition reimbursement, but at this time financial aid is not available.

No. All refunds must be given before the midnight on the Sunday prior to the first day of the Nursing or General course. Once a course has begun you may withdraw and receive a 'W' if done so before the drop deadline posted here. However, no refunds will be given.

Yes. You will need Internet access to download your individual course and online readings onto your computer and to periodically submit and receive feedback on assignments and assessments as well as participate in online discussions.

View the complete list of Technology Requirements.