Nursing (RN to BSN)
Degree Completion Program
Earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) from Northern Illinois University through the University Center at McHenry County College (UC MCC.)
Designed for licensed registered nurses, this fully online degree-completion program helps you build on your clinical experience while advancing your education and career opportunities. Complete your degree while balancing work, family and other commitments.
Taught by our experienced nursing faculty, the program helps you develop skills in:
- Evidence-based nursing practice
- Leadership and management
- Community and population health
- Healthcare systems and policy
- Professional communication
Students can complete the program while remaining connected to support services available through the University Center at McHenry County College.
The average mid-career salary for graduates of this program is $95,293 (Steppingblocks, 2026.) Our alumni work in fields such as healthcare, education and life sciences.
See RN to BSN transfer planning guide
Get Started
In addition to the convenient partnership with MCC, our program provides access to NIU financial aid opportunities, transfer scholarships, academic advising and student support services.
To get started, you'll apply to NIU as a transfer student and complete the RN to BSN admission process.
Learn more about NIU at the University Center at MCC, including information on admissions, advising and transfer planning.

Contact Us
Admissions
Contact an NIU admissions counselor at transfercenter@niu.edu.
Schedule a virtual admissions appointment.
Academic Advising
College of Health and Human Sciences Advisingchhs@niu.edu
815-753-1891
Online Support
Krista Schaade, Online Student Success Specialistkschaade@niu.edu
815-753-1925
Meet with Krista
University Center at MCC
ucenter@mchenry.edu
815-479-7600
Schedule a transfer advising appointment.