Nursing (LPN-BSN)

Discover Nursing (LPN-BSN)

One of the top rated LPN-to-BSN Online Programs (4th in the Nation) according to the Nurse Journal (2021) based off program offerings, academic quality, affordability, and reputation.

PC's BSN Completion Degree is conducted Online, meaning you don’t have to relocate. Because we offer 24-7 access to all coursework, you can do your assignments when it's convenient for you. And, with arranged clinical partnerships for our nursing completion program, PC offers in-person clinical experiences at some of the region’s top hospitals.

Nursing Program Resources

Course Catalog

“Having smaller class sizes is beneficial for a Nursing school learning experience. That one-on-one with your professor will really help with your more difficult classes.”

- Audra Antonsen

Cost Information

Part time

The online program rate is $575 per credit through Summer 2023. Part time allows students to take up to (but not more than) 12 credits per semester. Part time students are not eligible for scholarships, but are eligible to use federal loans or grants. PC also offers a monthly payment plan option to assist students in making tuition payments.

Full time

Full time students can take between 12-18 credits per semester and pay one tuition rate, $11,192 per semester for the Fall and Spring. Scholarships are available and students can use federal loans and scholarships. PC also offers a monthly payment plan option to assist students in making tuition payments.

Scholarships

PC offers institutional scholarships to full-time students, based on your most recent GPA from a previous institution. Please speak with your Admissions Counselor for more details! You can also view our scholarships at our scholarship page: https://www.presentation.edu/tuition-aid/scholarships

Financial Aid

You can use Federal Financial Aid to help with the cost of tuition. Go to: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You will need to have your FSA ID, which is your electronic signature, as well as tax information.

If you have used Federal Aid in the past, you’ll want to check to see how much you are eligible for in loans. Login here to see if you have enough to help fund your courses at PC: https://nslds.ed.gov/nslds/nslds_SA/ (select “Financial Aid Review”)

Admissions Process

Step 1: apply for admission. You will be assigned an Admission Counselor who will help you through the process. https://mypc.presentation.edu/applynow/inquiryform
Step 2: Send all transcripts. Presentation College requires that you send all transcript to our Admission office, regardless of class failures or withdraws. Omitting a transcript will certainly delay the processing time of your application. Submit all official transcripts the Admissions Office at admit@presentation.edu or 1500 N Main St, Aberdeen SD 57401. Official transcripts may not be faxed.
Step 3: Be granted admission to the college and ensure pre-requisites are completed (either previously or by taking classes at PC). Eligible students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA and a Valid LPN license and residency in one of the following states: SD, MN, ND, IA, WI, WY, NE, CO

Once admitted to PC a transfer evaluation will be completed on your previous credits to ensure transferability. The Registrar’s Office will also perform a degree audit, which you can then see in your student portal which shows which transferred credits apply to your program. An advisor will be in touch to register you for classes once registration is open for your selected term.

Step 4: Once all pre-requisite courses are completed, students are allowed to progress into the nursing program when the following is met:

2.7 GPA
No more than one (1) Science or Nursing course failure in the last 3 years
Associates, Certificate, or Diploma in Practical Nursing
Students who do not meet program requirements have the opportunity to appeal to the Nursing Progression Committee. Please speak with your academic advisor if this is a necessary step for you.

FAQs

What are the required Pre-Requisite courses?

General Psychology, English Composition II, Statistics
Anatomy and Physiology 1/2, Intro to Medical Microbiology, Chemistry for Health Professions

How many credits accepted from LPN license?

LPN’s receive 10 blanket semester hours which applies to the following courses:

NB231-> Fundamentals of Nursing: Care of the Older Adult – 3 credits
NL231-> Fundamentals of Nursing: Care of the Older Adult Clinical-Lab- 2 credits/90 hours of clinical granted due to LPN license)
NL 331-> Maternal-Child Nursing Clinical -2 credits/90 hours of clinical granted due to LPN license
NL364-> Adult Health Nursing I Clinical- 3 credits/135 hours of clinical granted due to LPN license)

When is the next upcoming start date?

PC has 3 start dates during the year. The application deadline is usually 3-4 weeks before the start date. Summer semester starts in May, Fall semester starts the end of August, and Spring semester starts in January.

Clinical FAQs

Is there a waiting period prior to taking clinicals?

Once a student progresses into Nursing Courses, they must complete and pass: Intro to Professional Nursing, Health Assessment, Patho/Pharm 1 and Patho/Pharm 2 before they are allowed into the clinical setting. These courses are all listed in the course catalog as they are pre-requisites to clinicals. There is no “waiting period,” it’s a matter having the required coursework completed before starting clinicals.

How far in advanced can clinicals be set up?

This varies greatly semester by semester. Clinicals change based on hospital needs, staffing needs, and where our clinical instructors are located. The PC Nursing Division tries to release the dates and locations at least 6-8 weeks in advance.

Plan of Study

Clinicals

LPN Nursing Clinical – What to Expect

All clinical experiences are arranged by Presentation College. Students are not permitted to contact clinical agencies or potential clinical agencies on behalf of Presentation College in an attempt to arrange their own clinical experiences. If a student has knowledge of a potential clinical site, the student may pass that information on to the Clinical Coordinator staff at Presentation College who will contact the agency if appropriate.

Sophomore
NL215 Intro to Professional Nursing: 22.5 hours of skills development, feedback, and check-off done by virtual simulation incorporating ATI.

NL313-Health Assessment Lab: 45 hours required. These hours will be completed by virtual simulation
incorporating ATI with a head-to-toe check-off.Junior

NL345 Mental Health: 67.5 hours of clinical required. 36 hours to be completed at an inpatient mental health unit. 31.5 hours will be completed by virtual simulation incorporating ATI +

NL331 Maternal Child: 45 hours of clinical required. 36 hours to be completed at OB inpatient unit. 9 hours will be completed by virtual simulation incorporating ATI.+

NL364Adult Health I: 45 hours of clinical required. 36 hours will be completed at an inpatient
medical/surgical unit with the potential of additional units depending on availability. 9 hours will
be completed through virtual simulation incorporating ATI. +Senior
NL467 Adult Health II: 112.5 hours of clinical required. 108 hours will be completed at an inpatient medical/surgical unit with the potential of additional units depending on availability. 4.5 hours will be completed through virtual simulation incorporating ATI. +
- NL462 Community Health: 90 hours of clinical which consists of online community simulation(purchase of Sentinel U required during clinical course).NL471 Leadership: 135 hours of 1-on-1 preceptorship, schedule is worked out with the individual preceptor. Students are expected to mimic the schedule of their preceptor.
+ Clinical placements depend on the class, how many students register, who registers first, which clinical sites are letting us come that semester, how many seats they have open, and which instructor is available to teach. No specific placement is guaranteed for any student due to all of these variables and travel should be expected. The information above is based on what our schedule has looked like in the past and it is to be used only as a tentative guide. This schedule and specific sites are not guaranteed and are subject to change without notice.

+ Clinical placements depend on the class, how many students register, who registers first, which clinical sites are letting us come that semester, how many seats they have open, and which instructor is available to teach. No specific placement is guaranteed for any student due to all of these variables and travel should be expected. The information above is based on what our schedule has looked like in the past and it is to be used only as a tentative guide. This schedule and specific sites are not guaranteed and are subject to change without notice.

Why Earn Your LPN to BSN Degree at Presentation College?

Considering whether an online licensed practical nurse (LPN) to Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) program is the next move for you? A BSN can provide valuable opportunities to advance your career and pursue competitive positions. Your degree can also set you up to specialize in an area of your interest.

With an online LPN to BSN program based in South Dakota, you can complete the required coursework and earn your degree at your own convenience. Fit your studies around a busy work schedule or family life — our individualized program ensures you can find the balance that works for you.

Presentation College is known around the country for our focus on health care education. Our variety of nursing programs are designed with our students' unique needs in mind. We strive to make our programs as accessible, interactive and personalized as possible. Obtaining your degree is a challenge in its own right — we see it as our job to offer support and encouragement along your journey.

If you're looking for an LPN to BSN program in SD, Presentation College can offer you an educational experience like none other. Explore what we have to offer and discover why this could be the ideal place for you to advance your nursing career.

Join a Fully Accredited Nursing Program

Our fully accredited nursing program consists of experienced faculty and a rigorous curriculum. We do not have a waitlist, so students can join our program with the schedule that works best for them. Our strong health care program has a specialized reputation — join our online community, and you'll quickly discover why.

Accessible Financial Aid

Education is one of the greatest investments you can make for your future. At PC, we do everything we can to make sure a college education is accessible to as many students as possible. Approximately 98% of our students receive financial assistance in the form of need-based, academic and athletic-based scholarships. We have an entire team willing to work with you to create a financial aid package that's personalized to your needs.

Discover a Thriving Community

Are you ready to speak up and be heard? Our small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio gives every student the space they need to shine. Whether online or in the classroom, students can form lasting relationships with both classmates and professors. Within our goal-oriented culture, your needs come first.

Your education will be personalized around your objectives and plans for the future. We'll help you find your dream, and pursue the clinicals and internships to make it a reality. Experience the support and camaraderie of a tight-knit community when you become a PC Saint.

Take the Next Step Toward a Fulfilling Future Today

Are you looking for an LPN to BSN program near you? Presentation College's online program means we can bring the learning to you. Discover nursing from the convenience of your home, and unlock a world of career opportunities. Your future awaits at PC. Apply today to join our program, or request more information from our team.

Experience

Unlike some LPN-to-BSN online programs, students in PC’s BSN completion program learn theory and clinical simultaneously meaning you can develop hands-on training while doing coursework.

Opportunity

As a student in the nursing program, you’ll benefit from our strong reputation and the valuable connections and relationships we’ve built with the region’s top hospitals and health care organizations in your area.

To be eligible students must have a LPN license and be residents of:

South Dakota
North Dakota
Minnesota
Iowa
Nebraska
Colorado
Wyoming
Wisconsin

Results

Presentation’s LPN-to-BSN program is ranked fourth nationally, according to The Nursing Journal, which means you are learning from the best.