Online nursing degree programs offer an exceptional opportunity to busy adults who want to begin a new career or advance in their current nursing job. Online nursing programs allow you to complete your LPN or RN to BSN degree without interfering with your work or family commitments. You log in anywhere there's Internet service, at your chosen time and location, and complete your assignments without paying for commuting or parking. The aging American population has created a need for qualified LPNs and RNs to provide critical duties in home care as well as at:

  • Hospitals
  • Research laboratories
  • Outpatient clinics
  • Private physicians' office

Earning a Nursing Degree Online

Online, self-paced nursing degree programs offer the same expert curriculum and instruction as campus-based programs, and offer excellent options for working adults. An online LPN nursing degree program can be completed in between one and two years. While you can take your classes online, LPN programs require you to complete clinical rotations at nearby hospitals or clinics. To qualify for enrollment in an online BSN program, you'll need to have previously completed a diploma or associate's degree in nursing. Nurses with a BSN degree are often promoted to supervisor or management positions within the nursing field. In addition, the RN to BSN online nursing degree can also qualify you for greater earnings. Adding an RN degree to your LPN training can also pay off handsomely. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that RNs earn $25,000 more per year than LPNs. The job outlook for both LPNs and RNs should be excellent in coming years. Completing an online nursing program enables you to take advantage of the job growth and salary potential in this growing health care field.


University of Phoenix

Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, University of Phoenix can help you reach your goal much sooner than you might expect. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
  • MS in Nursing
  • MS in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education Administration
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Kaplan University

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Programs Offered:
  • RN to BS in Nursing
  • RN to MS in Nursing
  • MS in Nursing - Informatics
  • MS in Nursing

Walden University Online

Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • M.S. in Nursing (MSN) - BSN Track
  • M.S. in Nursing (MSN) - RN Track
  • Post - Masters Certificates in Nursing - Nursing Education
  • B.S. in Nursing (BSN)

South University

South University offers excellence in education, online convenience, and more than 100 years of tradition. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • Master of Science in Nursing

Colorado Technical University Online

Earn your degree online in as little as 15 months. Contact Colorado Tech Online today. Learn more today. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN completion)

Grand Canyon University

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Programs Offered:
  • RN to BS in Nursing
  • MBA & MS in Nursing: Leadership in Health Care Systems

Liberty University Online

We keep our tuition affordable because it is an integral part of the overall mission for our university. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • BS in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • MS in Nursing - Acute Care Track

Independence University - Online

Your rewarding career in healthcare begins at Independence University. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • BS - Nursing
  • MS - Nursing

University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix makes higher education highly accessible. More>>

Programs Offered:
  • BS in Nursing (RN Required)
  • MS in Nursing (RN Required)
  • MS in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse to BS in Nursing
  • MS in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners

University of Phoenix - Cleveland Campus

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Programs Offered:
  • BS in Nursing (RN Required)
  • MS in Nursing (RN Required)