Bachelor of Science in Nursing Virginia

Earn Your Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in Virginia

Join our online nursing program with virtual reality simulations

BSN Degree Online Program Highlights

Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program offers a comprehensive blend of online coursework and hands-on clinical training. Experience immersive learning through virtual reality simulations, and complete over 630 clinical hours in a variety of healthcare settings across Virginia. Our accredited program prepares you to pass the NCLEX-RN exam, giving you the qualifications to advance your nursing career. You can complete this flexible program in as little as three years, designed specifically for working adults, allowing you to balance life, work, and education.

180 Credit Hours &

630 Clinical Hours

Class Types

Online

VR Simulations

In Person Clinicals

Transfer Credits

Up to 75% of the degree total can be transferred

Program Overview

180 credit hours plus 630 hours of clinical externship gaining real-world experience. Complete this program in 3 years!

$63,360 Includes: application fee, textbooks, first sitting of NCLEX exam, and lab equipment sent to your home.

*This is a total cost over 3 years, not a yearly tuition. Tuition is billed per term and varies based on number of credit hours taken. 

Online BSN program graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam offered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).

Admission to the program is currently limited to residents of the state of Tennessee and Virginia.

BSN applicants who wish to be considered for the program must submit the following information:

  1. Submit all college and high school/GED transcripts for academic review. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. However, preference will be given to applicants with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  2. Credits from other institutions will be evaluated for transfer on a course-by-course basis. Due to the unique nature of nursing programs, it may not be appropriate to transfer nursing core courses.
  3. Students, with prior college experience, who do not have prior credits for transfer, will be evaluated on a cumulative GPA.
  4. Students with no prior college experience will be evaluated on their cumulative high school GPA or GED score of 500 or higher.
  5. Submit an updated resume (Preference may be given to applicants who supply proof of 1 year of experience in a health care field within the last 3 years or hold an active certification or license)

Courses and labs are Full Distance, Externship is in-person

Why Choose ANU Bachelor of Science in Nursing?

Live Online Classes

Learn with live online classes, guided by experienced instructors, ensuring you stay on track.

All-Inclusive Tuition

Includes application fee, textbooks, first sitting of NCLEX exam, Oculus Quest 2 All-in One VR Headset – 256 GB, and lab equipment sent to your home.

Virtual Simulations

This program uses Virtual Reality technology for simulation learning.

Clinical Immersion

Approved on-the-ground clinical sites located across the USA. 630 clinical hours needed to graduate.

Complete in 3 Years

180 credit hours until you become a registered nurse.

What our Students Say

“Being a little bit older, having a family, I still have to work. Your bills don’t just go away when you go to nursing school…so I needed somewhere I could still manage to work and be able to pay the bills and allow myself to go to college.”

“It’s great. I work the nights, so while everyone else is asleep at home and I’m not working,  I can get online and get a bunch of work done…It’s laid out in the 10 week course, so you can figure out what you’re going to do. It’s a lot less stressful.”

“I’m a mom to a seven-year-old and I work in a specialty clinic that requires a lot of focus… push through it, climb these mountains, because when you get through this and say ‘I graduated,’ it’s going to be the best thing for your life.” 

Scholarships & Financial Aid

We recognize that many students need some type of financial assistance in order to make this investment in their future. Our Financial Services Team will sit down with you to identify sources of financial assistance; some through the federal or state government and others through the University. We are committed to finding solutions for those who qualify.

Accredited Programs

American National University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Ready to advance your nursing career? Enroll in our BSN program today to secure your future in healthcare!

This program is currently only open to residents of the states of Tennessee, North Carolina, and Virginia.

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