Welcome to the RN-BSN Outreach Option web page.  The RN-BSN Outreach Option at WSSU is a convenient and flexible program designed for the registered nurse to obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. We offer classes at 15 off-site locations.  Depending on the location, a new class is admitted each year either in spring (January) or summer (May).  Current off campus sites include Davidson County Community College (Lexington), Forsyth Medical Center (Winston-Salem), Randolph Memorial Hospital (Asheboro), Rockingham Community College (Wentworth), Rowan-Cabarrus Community College (Salisbury), Surry Community College (Dobson), VA Medical Center (Salisbury), and Wilkes Community College (Wilkesboro). Students may attend the program at any site on a part-time or full-time basis with the exception of Campus-Thursday which is part-time only.  To obtain an information packet, CLICK HERE. You may also contact Bettie Little, Director, RN-BSN Option at (336) 750-2296 or email her @ littleb@wssu.edu.  If you need additional help, contact the RN-BSN office at (336) 750-2563. 

     The purpose of the WSSU School of Health Sciences undergraduate nursing program is to provide men and women from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing.  The school provides experiences in effective communication and critical thinking necessary for executing therapeutic nursing interventions and for use during other personal-social interactions.  These experiences include theory and clinical practicums needed for mastering the knowledge and skills essential for professional delivery of nursing care in a variety of settings and to multicultural populations.  Flexible options, such as prior technical learning, are considered in criteria for admission.  The school provides an environment conducive to personal and professional growth and lifelong learning for students and faculty.