The Nursing (LPN to BSN) program is a pre-licensure program designed for the practicing LPN who desires to become a registered nurse and earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. The LPN student may receive upper division nursing credit depending on previous education. Each applicant’s LPN transcripts will be reviewed to evaluate prior academic activities. It is recognized that (LPN to BSN) students possess certain requisite knowledge, skill, and opportunities are divided to validate prior learning in pathophysiology, anatomy physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, fundamentals of nursing, care of the older adult, and human development. Efforts are made to facilitate the student’s progression through the program in the most efficient, economical, effective and equitable way. It is possible for the (LPN to BSN) student to complete the program in a minimum of five and one half semesters pending timely and successful completion of credits by examination and required course work. Students must complete the general education course requirements from a college setting in order to complete the nursing LPN to BSN program.