Pathway to Excellence in Nursing - Admissions & Program Information - Online RN to BS Completion Program

Oct 3, 2026

Online RN to BS Completion Program admissions information outlines eligibility requirements, safety and technical standards, and prerequisite coursework for applicants. It specifies that candidates must hold an unencumbered RN license with current registration, be graduates of accredited associate degree nursing programs, and demonstrate competence in transfer science and nursing courses. The program structure includes 60 college credits beyond the associate degree, with transfer credit evaluation after acceptance. Residency restrictions exclude California, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico residents due to NC-SARA status, as of May 2018.

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Online RN to BS Completion Program

Application deadline and admissions policy

Program of study and clinical courses

Residency eligibility restrictions

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Fall semester freshmen admissions and deadlines

High school prerequisites and TEAS requirements

Advanced Standing Bachelor of Science

Spring semester transfer admissions and deadlines

College-level prerequisites and TEAS requirements

TEAS exam information

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NURSING
A D M ISS IO NS & P ROG RA M I N FO R MAT IO N
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Online RN to BS Completion Program | | | | | | | | | |
R E I M A G I N E W H A T ’ S P O S S I B L E | | | | | | | | Online RN to BS Completion Program* Fall Semester Only Must hold RN License | APPLICATION DEADLINE
Rolling admissions | | --- | | All applicants to the nursing program must meet the safety and technical standards. Applicants for the Distance Education RN to BS Completion Program must hold an unencumbered RN license and current RN registration from the state in which
they reside.
Applicants must be graduates of an accredited associate degree nursing program. The applicant must also show competence in all transfer Science and Nursing courses (the typical student admitted has grades of B or better in all courses) . The RN to BS Completion Program consists of
60 college credits beyond the associate degree (27 credits in the major and 32-36 credits of liberal arts and sciences) . Transfer credits will be evaluated after acceptance. Students who enter the SUNY system after Fall 2000 must complete all General Education requirements as outlined in the College Catalog, which is available online. A maximum of 90 credits are transferable (including the degree nursing courses) .
Program of Study
④ NUR 205 The Art of Nursing and Professional Practice (3 Credits)
④ NUR 215W Developing Nurses’Ways of Knowing (3 Credits)
④ NUR 301 Community Nursing (4 Credits)
Clinical Course
④ NUR 305 Health Promotion and Patient Education (3 Credits)
④ NUR 401 Modes of Inquiry (3 Credits)
NUR 404 Nurse as Advocate and Change Agent (3 Credits)
NUR 406 Senior Leadership Practicum (5 Credits)
Clinical Course
④ MTH 110 Statistics (3 Credits)
④ BIO 240 Bioethics (3 Credits)
As of May 2018, California, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico, are not currently members of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). Due to states’ regulatory requirements on distance education, residents of these states and U.S. territories are ineligible to enroll in the online RN to BS Completion Program.

| For more information, visit [farmingdale.edu/nursing](farmingdale.edu/nursing) * All applicants to the nursing program must meet the safety and technical standards and have completed the necessary prerequisites. Bachelor of Science in Nursing* Fall Semester Only | Freshman Only DEADLINES Application: January 15 TEAS exam and supporting documents: February 15 High School Prerequisites F High School Diploma or GED (Minimum High School GPA of 90) F Three units of Mathematics (must include Algebra 2/Trigonometry) F Biology/Living Environment with Laboratory (Regents score 75% and above) F Chemistry with Laboratory (Regents score 70% and above) Pre-Admissions Exam (Please see “TEAS Exam Information” on the following page for more information.) ④ TEAS total exam scores of 58.7 or higher will be considered for admission. Bachelor of Science Rubric ④ TEAS Total Exam Score: 35% ④ High School Prerequisites: 25% ④ Cumulative GPA: 40% Please Note: ④ If your Regents exam was canceled due to COVID, the final grade will be used in our rubric. ④ Applicants are responsible for making sure they are eligible for licensure and employment at the time of application. ④ Advanced Biology highly recommended (AP Biology, Anatomy & Physiology and/or College Biology) ④ Completion of minimum prerequisite courses does not guarantee admission. Applicants are ranked according to grades and TEAS exam score. Advanced Standing Bachelor of Science* Spring Semester Only | Transfer Only APPLICATION DEADLINES Application, TEAS exam, and supporting documents due October 15 Please Note All prerequisite courses required for the advanced stand

FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for the online RN to BS completion program?

Applicants must hold an unencumbered RN license and current RN registration in their state of residence, and be graduates of an accredited associate degree nursing program. They must also show competence in transfer science and nursing courses.

What is the application deadline for the online RN to BS completion program?

The program uses rolling admissions. The materials specify an application deadline of rolling admissions for the online RN to BS completion track.

Which states and U.S. territories are ineligible for the online RN to BS completion program?

As of May 2018, residents of California, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico are ineligible due to those states not currently being members of NC-SARA, which affects distance education regulatory requirements.

Oct 3, 2026

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