ROADMAP to a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in Partnership with San Diego City
College Associate Degree Nursing Program
A collaborative pathway exists between San Diego City College Associate Degree Nursing
Program and San Diego State University (SDSU) that provide students interested to earn a
bachelor’s of science degree. The program is designed to provide the education necessary for
licensure eligibility and practice as a Registered Nurse (RN). In addition, the program
provides opportunities for continuing education beyond licensure to cover concepts in
professionalism, advanced assessment, evidence based practice and nursing research,
leadership, community health, and the ability to expand their nursing practice.
Interested students must first meet all requirements for San Diego City College and complete
the Associate Degree RN (ADRN) Program. Upon licensure, students can then progress into
the SDSU-Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) Program. Early advising is important to meeting
all admission requirements and progressing through both programs in a timely manner. The
following ROADMAP outlines what courses are needed for both programs and it is subject
to change. Please continue to visit the websites for updated information.
COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS
San Diego City College
Associate Degree RN Program
1313 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
Contact Email: mail to: dberg@sdccd.edu
Contact Phone: (619) 388-3441
http://www.sdcity.edu/AcademicPrograms/ProgramsofInstruction/NursingEducation.aspx
San Diego State University
RN to BS in Nursing Program
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4158
Contact Email: janetmfinkel@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (619) 594-6527
Website: http://nursing.sdsu.edu
Admission Requirements: Acceptance into the program requires successful completion of all
prerequisites and successful completion of the application and selection processes.
San Diego City
College Prerequisites
Must be completed prior to
applying for the nursing
program.
Must have a grade of “C” or
better on all required
prerequisites and Minimum
2.5 GPA
BIOL 230, Human Anatomy: with lab 4 semester units or equivalent. #
BIOL 235, Human Physiology: with lab 4 semester units or equivalent. *
BIOL 205, Microbiology: with lab 5 semester units or equivalent. *
*Must be completed within a seven-year period preceding application.
# Must be completed within a ten–year period preceding application.
Only one (1) repeat of one (1) science prerequisite course is allowed.
TEAS Exam: Must pass exam at the predetermined minimum cut score
(or higher). The composite score from the first TEAS exam is used in the
multi-screening criteria process for selection.
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San Diego City
College
Associate of Science
Degree in Nursing
Requirements for the
Major
*if you want to go on for a
bachelor’s degree.
Additional
San Diego City
College Degree
Requirements
ENGL 101 Reading and Composition (3 units)
PSYC 101 General Psychology (3 units)
COMS 103 Oral Communication (3 units)
or
COMS 135 Interpersonal Communication (3 units)
SOC 101 Principles of Sociology (3 units)
or
SOC 110 Contemporary Social Problems (3 units)
or
ANTH 103 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3 units)
American Institutions Requirement (6 units)
Humanities (3 units)
MATH 96 Intermediate Algebra (4 units)
or
MATH 119 Elementary Statistics (3 units)
Physical Education Requirement (1-2 units) 2 activity courses
Background: Must pass a criminal background check as a requirement
of the clinical agencies.
Drug Screen: Must pass a drug screen as defined by the Nursing
Program as a requirement of the clinical agencies.
American Heart BLS/CPR Certification: Must be current.
San Diego City
College courses once
admitted
San Diego City College Registered Nursing Program Specific Courses:
1. All nursing courses must be taken in sequence and must be
completed with a “C” or better with skills and clinical experience
courses receiving the equivalent of “C” or “Satisfactory” or better
to progress to the next level.
2. Nursing Program graduates must submit a transcript
demonstrating successful completion of all course work and
graduation prior to sitting for the National Council Licensure
Examination for Registered Nurses.
San Diego City College Nursing Program Specific Courses:
Semester 1
NRSE 140 Foundations of Nursing (4.5 units)
NRSE 141 Pharmacology for Nursing (1 unit)
NRSE 142 Medical Surgical Nursing I (4.5 units)
Semester 2
*If planning on entering the SDSU-IV RN-BS Program,
advising is recommended during 2nd semester to explore
enrollment options.
NRSE 144: Medical Surgical Nursing II (4.5 units)
NRSE 146: Maternal Child Health Nursing (4.5 units)
Semester 3
NRSE 240: Medical Surgical Nursing III (4.5 units)
NRSE 242: Mental Health and Gerontological Nursing (4.5 units)
Semester 4
NRSE 244: Medical Surgical Nursing IV (4.5 units)
NRSE 246: Leadership in Nursing (4.5 units)
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Total Nursing Units: 37
Total GE/Support Courses: 37-38
Total Units for Degree: 74-75
SDSU-RN-BS
Program Admission
Must have RN license
or will be taking
NCLEX and will have
license prior to
starting clinical
courses.
Cross Enrollment
Open University
SDSU-RN-BS
Program Courses
***70 units are eligible for transfer to the RN-BS Program at SDSUSDCCD
Part and full-time admission is available.
How do I apply?
Step 1: University Application- www.csumentor.edu *See website for
deadlines.
Step 2: Nursing Application- http://nursing.sdsu.edu
Step 3: Submit official copies of transcripts & supplemental
applications to both the University & School of Nursing as outlined on
the website & application.
• Admission is contingent upon meeting minimum requirements for
admission to both the University & School of Nursing.
o University: Golden Four
 Speech
 Written English Composition
 Critical Thinking/Logic
 Statistics
o School of Nursing (GPA of 2.8)
 Anatomy (B- or better)
 Physiology (B- or better)
 Microbiology (B- or better)
 Psychology (C or better)
 Sociology or Cultural Anthropology (C or better)
 Chemistry (C or better)
• Students must complete and pass all clinical compliance
requirements
While enrolled in 6 units of San Diego City College courses, you are
eligible for 1 SDSU RN-BS course or GE course at a cross enrollment
price
Eligible Courses: NUR 312 & NUR 307
GE/Explorations Courses (Fall or Spring)
*Requires approval by SDCCD & SDSU
Courses may be taken through open enrollment with the approval of the
RN-BS advisor.
*Space in the course must be available & approved by SDSU-SDCCD
NUR 202/202L: Health Assessment (4 units)
NUR 307: Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice (3 units)
NUR 312: Nursing Professionalism (3 units)
NUR 400/400L: Nursing Care of the Complex, High Acuity or Critically
Ill Patients (6 units)
with
NUR 358: Basic Electrocardiography (1 unit)
or
NUR 499: Special Study (6 units)
NUR415/415L: Community Health (5 units)
NUR 458/458L: Leadership (5 units)
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SDSU University Graduation Requirements
Writing Proficiency
Assessment
General Education:
Explorations
RN-BS in Nursing
Coursework
International Student
Experience
Must be taken the 1st semester admitted at least once.
9 units of credit (3, 3-unit courses) prior to graduation.
27 units of credit. If a student has earned over 70 units in
their Associate Degree program they may receive up to15
units of upper division credit based on passing NCLEX.
A 2-week minimum passport experience required by
College of Health & Human Services. See website &
general catalog for details.
A total of 120 units are required for graduation.
•
•
SDSU RN-BS Program COURSE SCHEDULE OPTIONS
Advising is available for each prospective and current student to develop an
individualized plan of study. Please schedule an appointment to discuss program
options.
Most students work full-time and finish the program in 5 semesters.
Semester
Fall
Spring
Summer
Fall
Spring
Semester
Spring
Summer
Fall
Fall Start
Course
Units
3
4
NUR 312: Professionalism
NUR 202/202L: Health Assessment
Take WPA: Writing Proficiency Assessment
NUR 307: Nursing Research
PSYCH 351: Psychology of Personality (GE course)
Enroll in RWS 280, if needed (WPA Score <8)
NUR 415/415L: Community Health
GE course (Online or on-ground)
International Experience
NUR 458/458L: Nursing Leadership
GE Course*
Complete writing courses, if needed (WPA Score 8-9)
NUR 400/400L: Care of the Complex, High-Acuity Patient
NUR 358: Basic ECG
Spring Start
Course
NUR 307: Nursing Research
PSYCH 351: Psychology of Personality (GE course)
Take WPA: Writing Proficiency Assessment
GE course (Online or on-ground)
International Experience
NUR 312: Professionalism
NUR 501/501L: Advanced Health Assessment
Enroll in RWS 280, if needed (WPA Score<8)
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5
3
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3
3
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Spring
Summer
Fall
NUR 400/400L: Care of the Complex, High-Acuity
Patient
NUR 358: Basic ECG
Complete writing courses, if needed (WPA Score 8-9)
NUR 415/415L: Community Health
NUR 458/458L: Nursing Leadership
GE course (Online or on-ground)
6
1
3
5
5
3
Semester
Fall
Spring
Possible Cross Enrollment: Fall Start
Course
NUR 312: Professionalism
NUR 307: Nursing Research
Units
3
3
Semester
Spring
Fall
Possible Cross Enrollment: Spring Start
Course
NUR 307: Nursing Research
NUR 312: Professionalism
Units
3
3
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