Now Enrolling: RN to BS in Nursing
Advance your nursing career and expand your impact – 100% online, flexible, and designed for working RNs.
Designed for working registered nurses, this flexible, high-quality program builds on your professional experience to strengthen leadership, clinical and evidence-based practice skills. Rooted in holistic, person-centered care and a commitment to Indigenous and community health, this program prepares you to improve health outcomes locally and globally through compassionate, informed and innovative nursing practice.
RN to BSN at UW-Superior
Approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing • 100% Online
Program at a Glance
- Format: 100% Online
- Duration: 12–36 months (your pace)
- Credits: 30 nursing credits
- Cost: $452/credit (nursing), $346.50/credit (general courses)
- Accreditation: Wisconsin Board of Nursing
- Clinicals: Complete locally in your community
Contact Me
Dr. Lorraine Smith
Associate Professor of Nursing & BSN Program Director
Email: lsmith52@uwsuper.edu
Phone: 715-394-8197
Why Choose UW-Superior?
Students in the BSN@Home program choose a home campus from among the seven participating UWs. The school you choose is referred to as your “home campus.” This is where you receive support and advising, establish clinicals, register for classes, apply for financial aid, and receive your degree. Here are a few reasons to choose UW-Superior!
Convenient Clinical Locations
Complete your clinical requirements locally in the Superior-Duluth area or a location that’s most convenient for you.
Cost Savings
One of the most affordable programs available anywhere with an average total cost of $13,560*.
Flexible Timeline
Complete your degree at your own pace in 12-36 months by taking 7-week or 14-week courses each term, and a summer session also available.
Personalized Support
Receive dedicated guidance from our experienced program director, Dr. Lorraine Smith, DNP, MSN, RN, CCHP, and benefit from UW-Superior’s welcoming, supportive online campus community.
Specialized Curriculum
Required coursework includes an emphasis on Indigenous health and community wellness related to regional needs.
Seamless Credit Transfer
Effortlessly transfer credits from your Associate Degree in Nursing, ensuring a smooth transition.
Access to Expert Instructors
Learn from the best courses and instructors from all seven participating University of Wisconsin campuses.
Work and Study Balance
Continue working while you pursue your degree, with the flexibility of studying online.
Accreditation
Approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and pursuing accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
*Based on 30 nursing course credits (9 core courses and one nursing elective course)
$452/credit for nursing courses
$346.50/credit for any general undergraduate course requirement. (Plus, a $60 Distance Learning Online Fee per course.)
About the BSN@Home Partnership
A Statewide Partnership for Nursing Excellence
The UW–Superior RN to BSN program is part of the BSN@Home statewide collaborative, a partnership among seven University of Wisconsin campuses. This collaboration expands access to top-quality nursing education and connects students with expert faculty and innovative online learning. Based in UW–Superior’s Department of Health and Human Performance and supported by the Universities of Wisconsin Administration, the program combines flexibility, academic excellence and statewide support to help working nurses advance their careers.
Tuition and Costs
| Course Type | Cost Per Credit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Courses | $452 | 30 nursing credits total |
| General Courses | $346.50 | Plus $60 distance learning fee per course |
Estimated total cost: $13,560 for 30 nursing credits.
Financial aid and scholarships are available to help make your degree even more affordable. Contact our Financial Aid Office to explore your options.
Program Details and Seamless Transfer
The UW–Superior RN to BSN program expands on your nursing knowledge and professional experience with a curriculum focused on leadership, community health, and evidence-based practice. Courses emphasize compassionate, person-centered care, advocacy, and health equity – especially for Indigenous and rural populations.
You’ll gain skills in:
- Leadership and management in nursing practice
- Evidence-based decision-making
- Community and public health
- Chronic illness management and health promotion
- Nursing research and information technology
- Indigenous and cross-cultural health practices
Meet Your Program Director
Dr. Lorraine Smith, DNP, MSN, RN, CCHP
Affectionately known as “Dr. Lo” by her students – Dr. Lorraine Smith is recognized for her approachable demeanor, vast expertise, and outstanding accomplishments. As the inaugural RN to BSN Program Director at UW-Superior, Dr. Lo brings a wealth of experience and a reputation for running an organized, efficient program.
Before joining UW-Superior, she served as an associate professor of nursing at UW-Eau Claire. With over 25 years of nursing experience, her impressive career includes numerous awards, publications, presentations, and academic achievements, making her a standout leader in the field.
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