B.S. in Nursing for Registered Nurses

Expand your credentials and take your nursing degree to the next level. Regent’s RN to B.S. in Nursing is perfect for licensed registered nurses wanting to build upon their nursing expertise. You can develop the skills and criteria hospitals and healthcare organizations seek — all taught from a Christian worldview. Through this CCNE-accredited program,* you can prepare yourself to establish a compassionate approach to patient care and make important caregiving decisions.

  1. Assess patient pathologies and collaborate on practice immersion management options.
  2. Apply modern techniques for health assessments and treatment methods.
  3. Manage health information systems and data management for safer patient well-being.
  4. Meet new industry requirements, increase earning potential and enjoy career-advancement opportunities.

Previously state-certified licensure is required for program entry.

Fill out the form on this page to learn more about how Regent University can help you achieve your goals.

*The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Regent University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.ccneaccreditation.org)

Locations: Online
Total Credit Hours: 120
Next Session Start: August 25, 2025

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If you’re ready to reach for personal excellence, advance in your career, and change lives for the better, our exceptional top-ranked degree programs—offered online and on campus in Virginia Beach—can help you:

Sharpen Your Skills

Gain the critical skills and discipline-specific training employers seek.

Expand Your Opportunities

Earn the essential credentials that help you advance in your career field.

Deepen Your Faith

Learn biblical principles and values that anchor you as a Christian leader.

Increase Your Impact

Get equipped to influence your field and shape culture and communities.

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Campus Rating

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# 15

Best Nursing Schools in Virginia

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# 3

Ranking in The 10 Best Nursing Schools in Hampton Roads

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Experience the Regent Difference

Regent is here to help you navigate your educational journey, focusing on faith, community, skills employers seek, and real-world experience.

Scholarships

Access a financial aid package customized for your situation, including scholarships to help pay for college.
  • 80% of Regent students receive financial aid
  • Nearly $24 million in institutional scholarships and aid provided in 2023-24
  • Our Financial Aid team assists you in planning how to pay for college, creating aid packages tailored to your needs

Online Classes

Nearly 75% of our military students complete their coursework entirely online. Our flexible online options enable you to earn your degree around your family, work, and life commitments.
  • Customizable degrees in today’s most in-demand fields
  • Convenient 8- and 15-week course sessions
  • Generous transfer policy—up to 90 credit hours!

Military Support

Regent is proud to support the military with discounts and awards, flexible class sessions, and one-on-one assistance to help you succeed in your degree program.
  • Active-duty tuition assistance and military benefits counseling
  • VA educational benefits for service members and their spouses and dependents
  • Academic advising and tutoring
  • Free career coaching and employment services
  • Dedicated Green Zone campus supporting military and veteran students

*Admission requirements vary by program. "GI Bill®" is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Hear From Our Students

For 48 years, Regent has prepared 40,000 alumni to succeed in their careers and make a positive difference in the world. You, too, will be challenged to excel both in mind and spirit—to reach for personal excellence and change lives for the better.
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Michelle Schindler

MSN, '22

"Regent offers a 25% discount for veterans, which is helping me pay for my MSN degree."

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Julia DuBree

RN to B.S. in Nursing, 2018

"I chose to go back to school to help advance my career. I’ve used the knowledge, skills and abilities I’ve learned at Regent extensively. When I saw Regent’s motto, Christian Leadership to Change the World, I knew this was for me."

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Kandi Puder

RN to B.S. in Nursing, 2020

"Pat Robertson had a dream, and when you set foot on campus, you see what God has done."