Bachelor of Science in Nursing (TBSN)

With our TBSN program, you can become a registered nurse in just two years. RCoN has defined excellence in nursing education since 1905. We blend a storied legacy with high-impact, modern clinical training.

In the TBSN program you’ll find:

• Superior clinical access: Practice in Kansas City’s largest health network through our partnership with HCA Midwest Health.
• Advanced mentorship: Train one-on-one with experienced nurses in six major hospitals, the region’s biggest Dedicated Education Unit (DEU) network.
• Faculty collaboration: Master the complexities of care with guidance from expert mentors. More than half of RCoN faculty are alumni.

The TBSN program provides a streamlined, four-semester path for students like you who are ready to become a patient-centered registered nurse.

New cohorts begin each August. You don’t need to finish all your prerequisites to apply. Our admissions experts will work with you to review your transfer credits.

Requirements for Admission

• Cumulative college GPA of 3.0* or higher
• Completion of all prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better
• ATI TEAS® score at Proficient level or higher

*Will accept a cumulative college GPA of 2.8 if it includes a grade of B– or better in Anatomy & Physiology

Schedule a meeting with Admissions to explore your path to a nursing degree.

Launch your nursing career without a prior CNA, LPN, or ADN. Our program is designed for students like you who are ready to transition into professional practice with a focus on higher earning potential and career mobility.

Earn your BSN in two years. Maximize the return on your earned credits while diving deep into clinical immersion at a manageable, full-time pace. The TBSN program provides:

• Streamlined curriculum: Focus on clinical mastery and nursing theory during your final two years of study.
• Proven success: Join alumni who consistently excel on the NCLEX-RN exam and remain top contenders for competitive roles in hospitals.
• Proactive support: From admissions to advisors, faculty, and peers, RCoN is here to support your professional journey.

Is TBSN or Accelerated BSN Right for You?

The TBSN is a four-semester program designed for students who’ve already earned significant college credit (60+ credit hours), or those with a degree who prefer a steady, immersive pace.

If you already hold a bachelor’s degree, the Accelerated BSN (ABSN) can help you get into the field in just 12 months.

For students who began the BSN program prior to August 2026, the curriculum is designed to support the development of strong clinical leaders for modern healthcare practice. Students will:

1. Students will provide safe, quality care across the lifespan and in the continuum of healthcare environments.
2. Students will demonstrate professional nursing values and standards.
3. Students will integrate leadership concepts into clinical practice.

For students who begin the BSN program after August 2026, students will:

1. Apply knowledge from nursing and other disciplines as the foundation for professional practice.
2. Provide person-centered care across the lifespan to improve health outcomes.
3. Support the improvement of equitable population health outcomes.
4. Engage in the scholarship of nursing to influence and guide practice decisions.
5. Provide safe, quality care across the continuum of healthcare environments.
6. Collaborate with professional partners and key stakeholders to optimize healthcare outcomes.
7. Support system changes that enhance nursing practice and health outcomes.
8. Use information and communication technologies for data supported decision making when planning and providing care.
9. Form a professional identify consistent with nursing values and standards.
10. Engage in activities that promote personal, professional and leadership development.