ONLINE PROGRAM Bachelor of Science Nursing
The Program
Education with a Personal Touch
The largest segment of the healthcare system is nursing. The healthcare system needs registered professional nurses who engage in evidence-based practice. Baccalaureate nursing education equips nurses to meet the challenges of our complex healthcare system and provide quality patient care.
SUNY Poly’s BS in nursing is designed for licensed registered nurses from state-approved associate or diploma nursing programs who want to expand their professional potential. The mission of the nursing faculty is to create a caring, transformational environment that promotes academic and professional excellence, lifelong scholarship, and innovation in nursing. Our evidence-based nursing education prepares learners to meet healthcare needs within our local and global communities.
The coursework covers the theoretical bases of professional nursing practice, comprehensive health assessment, nursing research, nursing leadership, and community health nursing. Foundational knowledge in evidence-based practice is threaded throughout the curriculum. Experiential learning occurs in areas of nursing leadership and community health nursing through scheduled practicums.
As with all programs at SUNY Poly, the nursing program includes a strong foundation in the arts and sciences. This provides students with the tools and knowledge to relate their experiences to their work and to the broader context of their lives. It helps create a more diverse, complete education that continues to grow over a lifetime.
Accelerated BS/MS Option
The accelerated BS/MS in nursing is an exciting opportunity for qualified registered nurses to complete both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing in a shorter amount of time with a reduced total number of required credits. Ultimately, the students in our accelerated program save both time and money, positioning them for post-graduation success. Students must choose from one of the following majors when they enroll in the accelerated BS/MS track:
• Family Nurse Practitioner (MS)
• Nursing Education (MS)
The curriculum for the accelerated BS/ MS in nursing combines elements of the BS program with the MS program and substitutes several traditional undergraduate nursing courses with accelerated alternatives. Full-time study is required to proceed through the program at an accelerated pace. At the end of the BS/MS curriculum, successful graduates will be eligible to seek national certification. The RN to BS/MS student will earn both BS and MS degrees upon program completion.
Rankings that Set Us Apart
SUNY Poly’s RN to BS in Nursing program stands out for its exceptional quality and reputation, as evidenced by its impressive rankings. The program offers flexible, high-quality education tailored to meet the needs of working nurses. These prestigious rankings reflect the School of Nursing’s commitment to academic excellence, dedicated faculty, and a strong focus on preparing nurses for leadership roles in healthcare.
• #2 Online RN to BS in Nursing in New York (RegisteredNursing.org)
• Top 10% Nursing College in the United States (Best-Nursing-Colleges.com)
• Top 20 Nursing College in New York (Best-Nursing-Colleges.com)
Online Learning
SUNY Poly is committed to providing students with a high-quality online learning experience that combines flexibility with academic rigor. Online students enjoy many of the same benefits as their on-campus peers, including exclusive student discounts at many local and national businesses. Brightspace, our online learning platform, fosters collaboration and community by allowing students to connect with peers and faculty while managing their coursework from anywhere. With an emphasis on innovation and excellence, SUNY Poly ensures that online learners receive the same high standards of education as those studying on campus, preparing them for success in their careers and beyond.
Bikash Regmi ’15 G’17 and
Kumari Regmi ’16 G ’18
BS in Nursing
MS in Family Nurse Practitioner
Husband and wife duo Bikash and Kumari Regmi, graduates of SUNY Poly’s accelerated BS/MS in nursing program, recently opened Caring Family Health, a medical clinic in Syracuse. Motivated by a deep-rooted belief in the power of compassion and the importance of family values, the pair felt compelled to address the critical shortage of primary care providers.
“We’re so thankful for SUNY Poly. We learned so much from our professors that we’ve been able to put into practice. SUNY Poly has given us a platform to make our dream a reality.”
