Concurrent RN-BSN

The concurrent track was created to help eliminate some of the barriers to achieve a BSN. This allows students to earn an ADN/ASN and a BSN simultaneously. Students will receive diplomas from both their community college and Auburn University.

Eligibility is determined by completion of 56 hours of required general education courses with a C or better and minimum of 2.5 GPA. Courses can be completed at a community college or other accredited institution.

You must be officially admitted to an approved ADN/ASN program.

• 1st semester start Completion of all 56 hours of required courses must be accomplished to enroll during the 1st semester of ADN/ASN program.

• 4th semester start Completion of all 56 hours of required courses must be accomplished by the end of 3rd semester in ADN/ASN program to enroll in the 4th semester.

All AU classes are asynchronous and 100% online. Auburn University College of Nursing has partnered with Southern Union State Community College, Calhoun Community College, Coastal Alabama Community College, Jefferson State Community College and Lawson State Community College.

How To Apply

• Admission semesters are Fall, Spring & Summer.
  

• If you have previously attended Auburn University, contact the program advisor for a readmission form.
  

• If you are new to Auburn University, you must submit an application through the online Auburn Admissions portal.

• RN-BSN applicants will be prompted to upload a current unencumbered license or a document stating the anticipated date of completion of your ADN/ASN program.

• Concurrent applicants will be prompted to upload an official letter/screenshot of acceptance into an ADN/ASN program.

Application Deadlines

SUMMER 2025 Summer Application November 16 - April 15 FALL 2025 Fall Application January 1 July 15 SPRING 2026 Spring Application July 16 - November 15 Contact: rntobsn@auburn.edu

Eligibility is determined by completion of 56 hours of required general education courses with a C or better and minimum of 2.5 GPA.

Courses can be completed at a community college or other accredited institution.

This track is for students who have completed the required 56 hours of pre-requisites and have been officially admitted to an ADN/ASN program. You should contact the program advisor early to ensure a smooth transition into the concurrent program.

If you have never attended Auburn University, apply online through the admissions portal.

If you have previously attended Auburn University, contact program advisor for a readmission form.

You must be officially admitted to an approved ADN/ASN program.

• Completion of all 56 hours of required courses must be accomplished to enroll during the 1st semester of ADN/ASN program.

• Students will take classes at both institutions for five semesters and will take the final two Auburn classes their sixth semester.

All AU classes are asynchronous and 100% online. Auburn University College of Nursing has partnered with Southern Union State Community College, Calhoun Community College, Coastal Alabama Community College, Jefferson State Community College and Lawson State Community College.

Concurrent students must comply with all academic and clinical requirements of their ADN/ASN program to remain enrolled in the concurrent RN-BSN program. Students will have academic advisors at each institution to ensure success in both programs.

Financial Aid is also available to concurrent students at both institutions if all federal and state policies have been followed.

This track is for students who have completed the required 56 hours of pre-requisites by the end of the third semester in an ADN/ASN program. You should contact the program advisor early to ensure a smooth transition into the concurrent program.

If you have never attended Auburn University, apply online through the admissions portal.

If you have previously attended Auburn University, contact program advisor for a readmission form.

You must be currently enrolled in an approved ADN/ASN program.

The 4th semester start is designed for students who had outstanding pre-reqs when they began their ADN/ASN program. The 4th semester start allows for students to complete those remaining classes over the first three semesters in their ADN/ASN program.

All AU classes are 100% online. Auburn University College of Nursing has partnered with Southern Union State Community College, Calhoun Community College, Central Alabama Community College, Coastal Alabama Community College, Jefferson State Community College and Northeast Alabama Community College.

**Contact the program advisor about other ADN/ASN programs that are eligible to participate in the concurrent RN-BSN program.

Concurrent students must comply with all academic and clinical requirements of their ADN/ASN program to remain enrolled in the concurrent RN-BSN program. Students will have academic advisors at each institution to ensure success in both programs.

Financial Aid is also available to concurrent students at both institutions if all federal and state policies have been followed and AU has a signed MOU with the community college.