Bachelor in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (Bachelor's)

Tuition is The UPMC partnership will only cover the costs for part-time enrollment (6-9 credits) per semester for as long as it takes the student to complete the program..

This programme is designed for registered nurses with prior education or experience who wish to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. It offers three entry paths based on the number of transfer credits, allowing flexibility in pacing and completion. Students follow a part-time curriculum with structured course progressions over four to eight terms. The programme emphasizes leadership, policy, and quality improvement in nursing practice.

Focus areas include Health Policy and Finance, Community Health and Prevention, Nursing Informatics, Organizational Quality Improvement, Global and Cultural Populations, Nursing Leadership.

The programme requires a minimum of 120 credits, with up to 90 transfer credits accepted. Students complete 26 core RN-BSN credits if they hold a bachelor's degree, or additional general education courses if needed to meet the total credit requirement.

Graduates enter roles in clinical leadership, healthcare policy, community health, and quality improvement within hospitals, clinics, and public health organizations.

Applicants must hold a current RN license and provide official transcripts. Those with fewer than 90 transfer credits must complete remaining general education requirements. UPMC nurse students must submit tuition advancement paperwork each semester.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. Part-time, on-campus, with fall and spring semesters; summer terms available for spring starters. Typical duration is four to eight terms depending on transfer credits. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 70% of applicants.

Chatham University in Pittsburgh, founded in 1869, is a coeducational institution of about 2,800 students offering 61 academic programs. The campus is known for its green setting and an institutional focus on sustainability that informs many majors and campus practices. Small class sizes and accessible faculty mentoring create a supportive learning environment where applied projects and community engagement are central to the student experience.

Academically, Chatham emphasizes experiential learning through internships, research projects, and community partnerships that help students translate classroom learning into practical skills. Popular areas include sustainability studies, health sciences, business, and creative fields, with flexible graduate and undergraduate pathways that encourage interdisciplinary study. International students, while a smaller portion of the community, receive targeted orientation, advising, and career support to help build networks and find internships in the Pittsburgh region.

Campus life blends focused study with active student organizations, sustainability initiatives, and hands-on learning opportunities. Pittsburgh’s cultural scene, hospitals, and tech and nonprofit sectors expand internship and employment possibilities for students. Prospective international applicants should connect early with Chatham’s international student office to plan visas, housing, and funding options; highlight practical experience or sustainability projects in applications to align with the university’s strengths.