Step-Up Bridge Summer Program

Academic Course (University Credit)

Put your BSN on the fast track with CSULB’s School of Nursing!

The online asynchronous Step-Up Bridge Summer Program enables students currently enrolled in an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program to complete non-clinical Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) coursework prior to earning their ADN. These courses may be transferred to CSULB's RN to BSN program, allowing students to accelerate progress toward their academic and professional goals.

  • Begin BSN coursework before completing your ADN
  • Take fully online summer courses
  • Transfer completed courses to CSULB’s RN–BSN program

Students enrolled in the Step-Up Bridge Program may enroll in the courses listed below. All approved coursework will automatically transfer into CSULB's RN-BSN program. Please note that certain courses may not be available every semester.

  • NRSG 309 - Introduction to Professional Practice
  • NRSG 306 - Pathophysiology/Pharmacology for RNs
  • NRSG 314 - Health Assessment for RNs

  • The application will be available beginning February 1, 2027.
  • Applicants must have successfully completed the first semester of an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), program, earning a grade of “C” or higher in all completed courses.*
  • Students may apply during their first semester if it is completed before the program start date. A letter from an ADN faculty member confirming the student is in good academic standing is required.
  • Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 GPA in Nursing courses, with no grade lower than a “C” in any course.

* Must be attending a regionally and nationally accredited ADN program. If you do not know this information, contact your ADN Program office.

  

Transition to the RN to BSN Program

Please Note: Acceptance to and participation in the Step-Up Bridge Summer Program does not guarantee admission into CSULB's RN to BSN program. Participants must still complete an application for CSULB's RN to BSN program upon completion of their ADN.

Courses completed through this program are automatically transferred into the CSULB RN to BSN program. Other courses (including non-nursing courses) are subject to review and approval by Enrollment Services at the time of RN to BSN application. Visit assist.org to determine course articulations.