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Earn your BSN in as few as 39 months at the Accelerated program pace
Complete 120 credits to earn your BSN degree
Hands-on practice in technologically advanced simulation labs that use high-fidelity manikins that cry, sweat, and respond like real patients
A Clinical Placements team that helps you find and select a local preceptor and clinical site that aligns with your goals
One-on-one NCLEX support and extensive resources to help you prepare for your registered nurse (RN) licensure exam
Access to a Student Success advisor, no-cost tutoring, a Career Services team that helps you beyond graduation, and more
With the Los Angeles healthcare market being vast and varied with more than 10 million people within its limits,1 there is a substantial need for healthcare professionals within this region. If you’re looking to positively impact people’s lives as a registered nurse and you reside in or near the greater L.A. area, you may be interested in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at West Coast University’s Los Angeles campus.
Our BSN program at WCU-Los Angeles combines classroom learning with hands-on practice to help prepare you for fast-paced and often unpredictable world of nursing. In this program, you will learn the foundations of evidence-based patient care, as well as how to care for patients in specific healthcare environments and specialty areas (e.g., medical surgical nursing, pediatric nursing, public health nursing, etc.).
Upon completing the program, you will be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN).
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Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at WCU-LA comes with the benefit of speed to completion, which is helpful when you’re eager to get started on your future career as a registered nurse.
On-Campus
120 Credits
39 Months
8 Semesters
This curriculum applies to students matriculating or reentering after December 1, 2022.
All science courses must have been taken within the last five calendar years, unless the student possesses a degree or advanced degree in the specific field of study for which the student is seeking transfer credit. Additional information regarding transfer credit is located in the university’s catalog under Transfer Credit policy or below.
Category and Requirements | WCU Course Requirements | Transferable / Options |
---|---|---|
Foundational Course | FYS 001 (0): First Year Seminar (only offered at Los Angeles and Ontario prior to Spring II 2024)
FHE 100 (3): Foundations of Higher Education (offered at all Campuses; Los Angeles and Ontario Campuses starting Spring II 2024) |
Non-transferable |
A. Written Communication (6 Semester Credits) | * ENGL 140 (3): Written Communication I * ENGL 240 (3): Written Communication II |
Equivalent to ENGL 140 Equivalent to ENGL 240 |
B. Oral and Interpersonal Communications (3 Semester Credits) |
*SPCH 142(3): Oral Communication | Equivalent to SPCH 142 |
C. Critical Thinking and Ethical Reasoning (3 Semester Credits) |
*PHIL 341(3): Critical Reasoning | Equivalent to PHIL 341 |
D. Quantitative Literacy (6 Semester Credits) |
MATH 108(3): College Mathematics I MATH 211(3): Statistics |
Equivalent to MATH 108
Equivalent to MATH 211 |
E. Social and Behavioral Sciences Awareness (6 Semester Credits) |
*PSYC 160(3): Psychology *PSYC 290(3): Life Span Psychology |
Equivalent to PSYC 160 Equivalent to PSYC 290 |
F. Historical, Cultural, and Aesthetic Recognition (3 Semester Credits) |
* HUM 370 (3): Cultural Pluralism | Equivalent to HUM 370 |
G. Scientific Reasoning (16 Semester Credits) |
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General Education Capstone (3 Semester Credits) |
CAPS 401(3): General Education Capstone (only offered at Los Angeles, Ontario Campuses prior to Spring II 2024) |
Non-transferable |
A minimum of 46 credits is required for graduation. |
General Education within the Area of Study | ||
PATH 370 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
PHIL 434 | Medical Ethics and Issues | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Core Nursing Courses | ||
NURS 100 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 3 |
NURS 101L | Fundamentals of Nursing Skills Lab | 2 |
NURS 110 | Introduction to Professional Nursing | 2 |
NURS 120 | Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing | 3 |
NURS 121L-A | Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing Practicum | 2 |
NURS 121L-B | Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing Practicum – On-Campus | 1 |
NURS 180 | Pharmacology | 3 |
NURS 190 | Physical Assessment | 2 |
NURS 201 | Medical Surgical Nursing-Promoting Wellness | 3 |
NURS 211L | Medical Surgical Nursing | 3 |
NURS 222 | Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing: Promoting Wellness in the Mentally Ill | 3 |
NURS 223L | Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing: Promoting Wellness Practicum | 2 |
NURS 225 | Nutrition in Health and Disease | 3 |
NURS 306 | Expanding Family and Community (OB) | 2 |
NURS 307 | Developing Family and Community (PEDS) | 2 |
NURS 316L-A | Expanding and Developing Family and Community Practicum (OB) | 1.5 |
NURS 317L-A | Developing Family and Community Practicum (PEDS) | 1.5 |
NURS 340 | Public Health Nursing | 3 |
NURS 342L | Public Health Nursing Practicum | 2 |
NURS 350 | Research in Nursing | 3 |
NURS 420 | Principles of Leadership and Management | 3 |
NURS 431 | Disaster Management | 2 |
NURS 440 | Issues and Trends in Nursing | 3 |
NURS 480 | Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing: Promoting Wellness Practicum | 3 |
NURS 481L | Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing: Promoting Wellness Practicum | 3 |
NURS 493* | Integration of Nursing Concepts | 3 |
NURS 497 | Nursing Capstone | 1 |
NURS 498L | Integration of Nursing Practices | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 68.0 |
Program Credit Distribution | ||
General Education Semester Credits | 46.0 | |
General Education within the Area of Study | 6.0 | |
Core Nursing Courses | 68.0 | |
Total Program Semester Credits | 120.0 |
We know school is a substantial commitment. At WCU, we want to equip you with all the information you need to make the right decision for your future.
Our goal is to give you a clear understanding of Los Angeles Bachelor of Science in Nursing tuition costs so you can be well-informed as you navigate the application and enrollment process. To assist you in your decision, we provide a breakdown below of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program costs in Los Angeles at West Coast University.
We offer several financial aid options — including scholarships, grants, and loan access — to help support you through your studies. For more information about your financial support options, visit our Financial Aid page.
Los Angeles, Orange County and Ontario Campuses
Degree Type |
Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall I 2025) |
Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall II 2025) |
Bachelor of Science Program Start Date prior to Fall 2 2024 (Effective Spring 2 2025) |
Bachelor of Science Program Start Date on and after Fall 2 2024 (Effective Spring 2 2025) |
Total Program Credits | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
Program Length(Full-Time) |
8 semesters | 8 semesters | 8 semesters | 8 semesters |
Full-Time Status(12 to 18 credits) | $18,250 | $15,000 | $18,250 | $15,000 |
3/4-Time Status(9 to 11 credits) | $15,212 | $12,450 | $15,212 | $12,450 |
1/2-Time Status(6 to 8 credits) | $11,810 | $9,750 | $11,810 | $9,750 |
Less than 1/2-Time Status(under 6 credits) (per credit) | $2,026 | $1,665 | $2,026 | $1,665 |
Total Tuition Costs(Full-Time) | $146,000 | $120,000 | $146,000 | $120,000 |
Registration Fee(refundable) | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 |
STRF Fee1(non-refundable) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Estimated Total Book Costs2 | $5,262 | $5,262 | $4,214 | $4,214 |
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost2 | $526 |
$526 | $421 | $421 |
Estimate for Uniforms Fees2 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 |
Estimate for Supplies &Licensure Preparation Fees2 | $2,345 | $2,345 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
Technology Fee3($100 per semester) | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 |
General Education Resource Fee4 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 |
Core Nursing Fee5 | $26,000 | $26,000 | ||
Estimated Total Program Costs | $155,758 | $155,758 | $156,460 | $156,460 |
Indirect Costs:
10 Month Academic Year6 | ||||
Prior to Fall I 2024 | Starting Fall I 2024 | |||
with parents | off campus | with parents | off campus | |
Federal Student Loan Fees | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Course Materials (Personal Electronic Device-1st year only) | $1000 | $1000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Food & Housing | $2,980 | $9,920 | $3,120 | $10,410 |
Transportation | $2,060 | $2,060 | $2,160 |
$2,160 |
Personal Expenses | $6,740 | $6,740 | $7,070 | $7,070 |
Total | $11,780 | $18,720 | $13,450 |
$20,740 |
1 Effective April 1, 2024, the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) assessment rate will be zero dollars and zero cents ($0.00) per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of institutional charges.
The State of California established the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by a student in an educational program at a qualifying institution, who is or was a California resident while enrolled, or was enrolled in a residency program, if the student enrolled in the institution, prepaid tuition, and suffered an economic loss. Unless relieved of the obligation to do so, you must pay the state-imposed assessment for the STRF, or it must be paid on your behalf, if you are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition.
You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if you are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program.
It is important that you keep copies of your enrollment agreement, financial aid documents, receipts, or any other information that documents the amount paid to the school. Questions regarding the STRF may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 1747 N. Market Blvd. Ste 225 Sacramento, CA 95834, (916) 431-6959 or (888) 370-7589.
To be eligible for STRF, you must be a California resident or enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid or deemed to have paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following:
To qualify for STRF reimbursement, the application must be received within four (4) years from the date of the action or event that made the student eligible for recovery from STRF.
A student whose loan is revived by a loan holder or debt collector after a period of noncollection may, at any time, file a written application for recovery from STRF for the debt that would have otherwise been eligible for recovery. If it has been more than four (4) years since the action or event that made the student eligible, the student must have filed a written application for recovery within the original four (4) year period, unless the period has been extended by another act of law.
However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or a taxpayer identification number.
2 The Estimate for Book, Uniform, and Supply fees reflect the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price totals compiled in December 2024 and are subject to change. Supplies become student purchases once issued to student. Students who drop or have been dismissed after supplies have been issued will assume ownership for these items and will not be eligible for refunds. For details on all of the supplies, contact the Bursar Office.
BSN | Supplies issued in NURS 101L Fundamentals of Nursing Skills Lab.
3 Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and required electronic course materials/software.
4 The General Education Resource Fee includes costs associated with ATI Smart Prep materials. The General Education Resource Fee will be waived for Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Veterans, Veteran Spouse, Department of Defense employees, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees.
5 The Core Nursing Fee will be billed each semester in which Core Nursing courses are scheduled and covers costs associated with background checks and drug screenings; the operation of equipment for Simulation, Technology, including but not limited to the establishment, scheduling, coordination, site visits, on-going management, and other expenses related to clinical activities. 5 Core Nursing Semesters multiplied by $5,200 per Core Nursing Semester
6 The purpose of the Cost of Attendance (COA) is to provide students and families with an estimated cost to attend West Coast University. The COA includes both direct and indirect cost estimates. Direct costs are paid directly to West Coast University and are shown separately for each program. Indirect costs are not paid to West Coast University and are estimates students may use to budget expenses they may incur while attending school. While actual indirect costs may vary, West Coast University estimates these amounts based on the number of months in an academic year and whether students will live with parents or off campus.
Note 1: Students who wish to take Challenge Exams will be subject to a fee of $100 for each Challenge exam. Please see the campus Bursar Office for a full price listing.
Note 2: Course Audits - If a course(s) is being audited. credits for these courses will be included for the student's schedule status for billing, based on the schedule statuses and amounts shown above. Pre-licensure Nursing students should refer to the program's Dismissal Policy for information surrounding course auditing.
Note 3: The Total Tuition Cost can be converted to Cost per Credit Hour by using the following calculation:
Total Tuition Cost (Prior to Fall I 2024) ($143,136) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost Per Credit Hour ($1,192.80).
Total Tuition Cost (Starting Fall I 2024) ($146,000) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost Per Credit Hour ($1,216.67).
Total Tuition Cost (Starting Fall I 2024) ($120,000) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost Per Credit Hour ($1,000.00).
BSN applicants will have a maximum of two attempts, a week apart, to successfully pass the admissions exam. If an applicant does not pass the admissions exam after two attempts, he or she must wait a period of 6 months to retest and must provide proof of remediation. WCU only collects verbal and quantitative scores for SAT and ACT and must be within three (3) years of enrollment date. HESI exam scores must be within three (3) years of enrollment date. TEAS exam scores must be within three (3) years of enrollment date.
For additional information, such as transfer credit evaluation requirements, visit our catalog.
New academic terms begin, on average, every 10 weeks. To get an idea of when each term starts and ends, view our Academic Calendar.
Our technologically advanced simulation labs at West Coast University are designed to put nursing students in simulated scenarios that mimic real life. Using realistic hospital-like settings and high-fidelity manikins that can cry, sweat, and respond just like real patients, students get to practice everything from taking vitals to assisting with births and surgeries.
These on-campus simulations give students hands-on practice in all types of care experiences, from routine checkups to emergency visits, so they can enter into real clinical settings with knowledge and confidence.
Our simulation centers provide practice in scenarios across various medical specialty areas and disciplines, including:
Attend an info session to learn what all the buzz is about.
To help equip you for success in your clinical training experiences, we have a Clinical Placements team that can help you find the right practice site in your local area. We have a large network of hospital and clinical partners, which serves as a valuable resource to any student who needs to choose a preceptor and clinical location.
You will be assigned a coordinator of clinical relations, who will guide you through the process from initial selection to compliance tracking and general advice.
At WCU-Los Angeles, we provide a comprehensive BSN curriculum and various student resources to help ensure you’re ready for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
Here’s what we make available to our students:
It’s our goal to help you walk into your exam with complete confidence so you can pass your test and get licensed as an RN right away!
Support for WCU students doesn’t end at graduation. As a WCU-LA graduate, you will have ongoing access to a wealth of resources from our Career Services team, including one-on-one guidance, professional development workshops, career fairs, connections with industry recruiters, and more.)2 Whether you need help fine-tuning your application materials, conducting mock interviews, or finding job leads that match your interests, we can help.
Our Career Services team can help you explore the job opportunities that are available to you. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs often work in environments such as:
Upon graduation from West Coast University, students will have met the following program learning outcomes:
Dr. Khadeer Khan is an associate professor at the West Coast University-Los Angeles campus where he lectures Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students. Dr. Khan teaches courses on topics that include but are not limited to integration of nursing concepts, NCLEX preparation, advanced medical-surgical nursing, and pharmacology nursing.
With a passion for both patient care and teaching, Dr. Khan has extensive clinical and clinical education experience, and he has been instructing nursing students in higher education institutions for over a decade.
Dr. Khan earned his Doctor of Medicine and Surgery from Bangalore Medical College in India as well as various other degrees and certificates in the United States. He has a Doctor of Nurse Practice, two post-master’s certificates (Family Nurse Practitioner and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), a Master of Science in Nursing with a nurse educator focus, and an Associate Degree in Nursing.
Dr. Khan is a certified nurse educator (CNE) and also holds certifications as a nurse practitioner, registered nurse, and nurse practitioner furnisher. He is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner, psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, and advanced nurse executive by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Dr. Khan is also board-certified as an emergency nurse through the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN).
The BSN program at WCU-Los Angeles allows you to complete your degree in 39 months, or 8 semesters.
Yes, any previous bachelor’s degree that you obtained should not interfere with your ability to enroll in our Los Angeles BSN program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become licensed registered nurses.
The master’s degree you choose following completion of your BSN program depends on your professional goals. BSN graduates who are looking to work in a specialized area of nursing usually choose our Master of Nursing in Science program (or, if you’re already a licensed RN by the time you start your graduate program, our RN to MSN program). We have several specialty tracks available.
If you’re interested in focusing your education on community health, you may want to earn a Master of Public Health degree. We also offer Master of Health Administration and Master of Business Administration programs for students who want to advance into administrative roles.
An “RN” is a professional title that someone earns after passing the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN). A BSN refers to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which is an academic degree that can help prepare a student for the NCLEX and a career as a registered nurse.
A BSN is not a requirement for licensure; however, it can be monumental in helping prepare aspiring RNs for the fast-paced and demanding job of nursing. It also helps lay the groundwork for future nursing specialization, which is typically achieved through a master’s degree.
Financial aid is available to those who are eligible. Students may qualify for financial aid options such as student loans, scholarships, grants, employer reimbursement, federal work-study, and more. Get additional information about institutional scholarships on the Undergraduate On-Ground Scholarships and Grants page of our online catalog. You can also get general financial aid information on our Financial Aid page.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at West Coast University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education 655 K Street, Suite 750, Washington DC 20001, (202) 877-6791 (www.ccneaccreditation.org).
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1California Health Care Foundation, “Los Angeles: Vast and Varied Health Care Market Inches Toward Consolidation,” January 2021
2 WCU provides career guidance and assistance but cannot guarantee employment.
3 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Registered Nurses, “Work Environment,” Updated Sept. 8, 2022
*The views and opinions expressed are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs or position of the school or of any instructor or student.
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