The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN- BSN) program at CFK provides an opportunity for practicing registered nurses to further their education, advance in their career, and earn higher salaries.
The RN to BSN program includes coursework and field experience in leadership, community health, and evidence-based nursing practice. The program prepares nurses to pursue opportunities that require a BSN as well as to pursue an advanced practice degree. Students must maintain a clear and active nursing license throughout the program.
CFK’s RN-BSN program follows a “2 + 2” model for licensed Registered Nurses who already hold an associate degree in Nursing. BSN students complete 27 credits of general education courses and 33 credits of nursing courses—totaling 60 credits. Students who have already completed required general education courses can finish their Bachelor’s degree in Nursing in as little as one year.
Coursework includes, but is not limited to:
Designed for busy working professionals, coursework is 100% online and can be completed during times most convenient for the student. Nursing classes are structured in eight-week terms to expedite completion of the degree. RN-BSN students may attend at a pace that suits their schedule taking as few as three credit hours or a full-time course load (12 credits) per term.
There is a rolling admission cycle for the program with classes starting five times a year.
Earning a BSN is an incredible investment in your future that will pay off tremendously as advancement opportunities open up to you. CFK provides ways to help our students make that investment. Our tuition rates are affordable. In-state students can earn a BSN—tuition, fees, and books—for an estimated $10,000 (based on 2020 book costs). CFK also offers financial aid services, scholarships, and payment plans to make paying for college easier.
Thanks to advances in healthcare, Americans are living longer, which translates to a larger patient population. Medical science is also experiencing rapid growth in diagnostic and treatment knowledge, largely due to technological developments. As the healthcare industry evolves, advanced training is becoming increasingly necessary for nurses to thrive.
Earning a BSN is a smart strategic move for Registered Nurses who envision a long career in healthcare. With a national nursing shortage, nurses with BSNs are in high-demand and enjoy more career options including: supervision, management, education, and case management. Leadership and critical-thinking skills developed in BSN curriculum empower nurses to make a greater impact—improving patient care and fostering a healthy community.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
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The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is “Initial”.
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Validated Nursing Credit- Upon successful completion of the first upper level nursing courses 30 credits of core nursing classes will be awarded based on holding an active and clear RN License.
Foreign Language Requirement Prior to completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) at the College, students must demonstrate foreign language competence by providing evidence that documents the successful completion of two (2) credits of sequential high school foreign language instruction, or by passing the second level of foreign language at the college level. Students may demonstrate equivalent foreign language competence via the alternative methods specified by the Florida Department of Education including established minimum College Level Examination Program (CLEP) scores, or other methods as determined by the College. The College reserves the right to validate the foreign language competence of any student prior to awarding the Associate in Arts Degree through methods including, but not limited to, review of official transcripts, portfolio and performance reviews, competency testing, standardized testing, or other methods determined by the College that are designed to assess the foreign language competencies outlined in Rule 6A– 10.02412 of the Florida Administrative Code. Some majors and universities require additional foreign language competencies. Please consult an advisor regarding your foreign language transfer requirements.
* Non-degree seeking students who hold a clear and active Registered Nursing License from the State of Florida, may register for these courses with prior administrative approval: NUR 3xxx Critical Care Nursing and NUR 3xxx Hyperbaric Technology in Nursing.
| In-state | Out-of-state | |
| Tuition | $7,710.00 | $35,556.00 |
| Fees | $280 | $280 |
| Books | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Total | $10,003.00 | $37,849.00 |
*This is an estimated cost of the program. Fees do not include the cost of required vaccinations, health screening or basic life support certification. Based on 27 general education Credits and 33 nursing credits.
RN to BSN Completion Rates
| Graduation Year | 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Percentage Ontime (2 years) | 80% (4/5) | 94.11% 16/17 | 80.95% (17/21) |
| Percentage within 3 years. | 100% (5/5) | 100% (17/17) | Available Fall 2025 |
Job Placement Rates
The CFK Nursing and Health Sciences department conducts a survey of recent graduates during the fall of each year. This most recent survey showed that 100% (5/5) of respondents who graduated during the 2023-24 academic year reported an increase in their position, pay, or responsibilities in their nursing employment. The next survey will be conducted in October 2025.