Ranked as one of the top schools in the western United States for 13 consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, Regis University, Colorado's only Jesuit University, has been meeting the needs of students through innovative classroom-based and online programs designed to prepare learners to become leaders in the service of others for over 130 years. Degree and certificate programs for careers in the health professions Programs are offered online or in the classroom through the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions.

Why Choose Regis University Online?

Regis University is CCNE-accredited and home to one of the top nursing schools in the country - the Loretto Heights School of Nursing. Regis has provided students with distance learning options for nearly 20 years. Originally offering telecommunication and video based curriculums, Regis University helped pave the way to the online classroom utilized by many institutions of higher learning today.

For over a decade, our 100% online program options have provided non-traditional learners with a flexible option for continuing their education. Our online programs have no pre-determined login times and require no campus visits, thus offering online students the ability to 'go to class' whenever it's convenient for them. The ability to attend class on your own schedule from the comfort of home will help you maintain a balanced work and family life while pursuing your educational goals.

Loretto Heights School of Nursing at Regis University

The Loretto Heights School of Nursing (LHSON) at Regis University in Denver, Colorado began as Loretto Heights College in 1948 and moved to Regis University in 1988. The mission of LHSON is to provide high quality, values-centered, professional nursing education and to strengthen commitment to social justice and community service. In the Jesuit tradition, we challenge students to search for better solutions, greater truth and a more just existence for the health and well-being of society. Our staff, faculty and administrators are committed to providing a quality nursing education in a supportive learning environment. Our graduates are recognized for their knowledge, competence, compassion, ethics and leadership abilities.

The Loretto Heights School of Nursing (LHSON) offers two degree programs, an undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a graduate Master of Science (MS) in nursing. These programs are offered in a number of different scheduling formats in order to provide individualized and supportive learning environments for students with diverse backgrounds. The School has an enrollment of over 1,500 undergraduate and graduate nursing students taking courses in campus-based and online formats.

Online RN-BSN Completion

Are you a Registered Nurse with credentials from a hospital school of nursing or with an Associate Degree from a community college? Regis University can help put you on your way to a richer, fuller experience in a short amount of time with the RN-BSN Completion program. Regis University's RN to BSN program is specifically designed to help working RNs advance their careers without interrupting their personal or professional responsibilities. Why not round out your professional options by taking the extra step toward earning your BSN degree? You and your patients will be glad you did!

Online RN to BSN Degree Completion Advantages:

Receive 33 credits for an active U.S. RN license
Study at your own pace
Complete your degree in as little as 12 - 20 months
No mandatory logon times
Learn from expert faculty
Attend an accredited university entirely online ' no campus visits required
Earn the same degree awarded to on-campus students
Starts new students three times per year (January, May and August) allowing you the option of beginning when the time is right for you.

Licensed registered nurses who wish to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing may complete their degree in a campus-based format or online. RN-BSN applicants must be U.S. licensed RNs with an associate's degree or diploma in nursing.

Online RN to MS in Nursing "Bridge Program"

If you're a diploma or associate's-prepared RN interested in earning your master's degree, Regis University offers an innovative program designed specifically for working professionals. This new RN to MS in Nursing program combines the existing RN to BSN Completion and Master of Science in Nursing programs into a single curriculum awarding both the BSN and MS in Nursing degrees in a single program that can be completed in approximately 36 months allowing you to move into the next phase of your nursing career sooner. Available in a convenient online format, the RN to MSN bridge program, (also available on campus), allows students to specialize in either nursing education or management. Why wait? Learn more about Regis University's online RN to MSN bridge program:

Online RN to MS in Nursing Bridge Program Advantages:

No set login times allowing you to "attend" at your convenience
Study at your own pace
Complete your degree in approximately 36 months
Learn from expert faculty
Attend an accredited university entirely online ' no campus visits required
Earn the same degree awarded to on-campus students
Starts new students three times per year (January, May and August) allowing you the option of beginning when the time is right for you.

RN-MS in Nursing applicants must be U.S. licensed RNs with an associate's degree or diploma in nursing.

Online Master of Science, Nursing (MS)
Leadership in Health Care Systems

If you're already an RN with a bachelor's degree, Regis University offers an innovative online MSN program designed specifically for working professionals looking to enrich their experience and education with a focus in either education or management. The education focus provides an appreciation for teaching and learning theory, curriculum development and evaluation. The management focus is geared toward human resource development, economics, and budgeting to enhance your leadership skill set. Students who select education are awarded a Graduate Academic Certificate in Health Care Education to accompany their MS in Nursing degree.

Online MS in Nursing Program Advantages:

No set login times allowing you to "attend" at your convenience
Study at your own pace
Complete your degree in approximately 24 months
Learn from expert faculty
Attend an accredited university entirely online ' no campus visits required
Earn the same degree awarded to on-campus students
Starts new students three times per year (January, May and August) allowing you the option of beginning when the time is right for you.

Regis University's Loretto Heights School of Nursing prepares students for the dynamic and fluid environment of health care through comprehensive, competitive, and experiential programs - based in reality and built by the leading experts in their fields. MS Program in Nursing applicants must be U.S. licensed RNs with a BSN degree.

Accreditation

Regis University is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Regis University's Loretto Heights School of Nursing has been continuously accredited since 1952 by the National League of Nursing and, more recently, by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Services at Regis University are designed to give you personalized attention to help you begin your education with ease. Financial assistance programs include scholarships, state and federal financial aid (including veterans benefits), employer sponsored tuition reimbursement, attractive financing plans, and student loans. The Regis University Office of Financial Aid strives to help as many Regis students as funds permit. Most awards are based on financial need; however, a limited amount of assistance is available to students without need. For more information about tuition or financial aid request more information here.

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