Rasmussen University Expands Accelerated Master's Pathway to BSN Students

The accelerated pathway helps Bachelor of Science in Nursing students earn their Master's degree faster and save up to $1,650 on their MSN degree


Minneapolis (April 29, 2021) – Today, Rasmussen University, a regionally accredited private university, announced the expansion of the accelerated Master’s Pathway to its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. BSN students can now take up to two Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) courses as part of their BSN program and save up to $1,650 on their Master’s degree if they decide to apply to the MSN program. Students who participate will also decrease their MSN degree time by one full quarter—graduating in as few as 15 months.


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