The Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Nursing offers two BSN programs, a traditional and accelerated program. The traditional program is a three-year program with students admitted in the fall. Students gain basic nursing knowledge and the skills necessary to work in the field.
The accelerated program provides the same nursing education as the traditional program but at a faster pace. The accelerated BSN program is five semesters long, and graduates will be able to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. The VCU School of Nursing also offers a program for registered nurses with an associate degree to obtain a BSN degree while working full-time. The program can take up to six years, with some students finishing in 18 months.
Virginia Commonwealth University
School of Nursing
1100 East Leigh Street
Richmond, VA 23298
804-828-5171
800-828-9451
vcu.edu
The University of Virginia School of Nursing in Charlottesville, Virginia, offers a traditional program that takes four years to complete. Selection into the program is highly competitive and at the closure of the program graduates can sit for the National Council Licensure exam.
The University of Virginia School of Nursing also offers an RN to BSN program, which is flexible, with part of the program conducted online. Prior to admission prospective students must complete general education requirements. In order to obtain the BSN degree students must complete 120 semester hours; 38 of those credits are granted to those who are practicing RNs.
University of Virginia
School of Nursing
PO Box 800782
Charlottesville, VA 22908
434-924-0141
virginia.edu
The Norfolk State University Department of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing to students who have completed the prerequisites for admission. The program takes two years to complete, and students must posses a current license or practice as an RN in Virginia prior to applying.
The school also offers the option to obtain a second degree in nursing as well as an LPN to BSN track. Both options require completion of prerequisite courses and take approximately two years to complete.
Norfolk State University
Department of Nursing
PH, 700 Park Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23504
757-823-8525
nsu.edu