Oklahoma City University online nursing programs frequently asked questions

Yes, OCU’s Kramer School of Nursing is an accredited nursing program for both undergraduate and graduate programs by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Oklahoma Board of Nursing (BON) and Higher Learning Commission.

Working through the entire online application form should take no more than 10 to 15 minutes. However, if you are applying to the MSN or RN-MSN program you will need to complete a personal statement as part of your application. You should set aside a couple hours to compose and proofread your statement.

There is not a statistics prerequisite required to apply for the program. However, students who have not already taken a statistics course will need to take it as an elective during their program.

No, OCU does not accept ADN courses as continuing education units (CEUs).

For the RN-BSN, the minimum GPA is 2.0. The minimum GPA for the MSN is 2.75.

There are no traditional clinical hours required for OCU’s online programs.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) students are required to complete 90 practicum hours and RN-BSN students are required to complete 24 practicum hours to grow within their fields and pursue interests related to their studies.

A practicum is much like an internship in that it is an experience defined by the faculty, student, and person the student is working with or shadowing, known as the preceptor. Practicum schedules are based on the student’s preceptor’s work hours.

No, there is a set program sequence. However, RN-BSN students can choose among a few classes for their general education courses.

Speak with an Admissions Advisor to learn more about program sequencing.

The RN-BSN program has a part-time completion option that takes 2 years (4 semesters) to complete. There is no part-time option for the MSN program.

Yes. OCU is proud to offer Yellow Ribbon Program benefits on top of the funds you already will receive from the GI Bill program without an additional charge to your GI Bill entitlement. Yellow Ribbon funds are offered by OCU to help cover the cost of a private school education and some of the additional fees typical of all higher education institutions.

Find more information on our military benefits page.

Tuition rates for each program can be found on the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

Students can make four installment payments over the course of a 16-week semester. Once you’re enrolled, instructions on setting up a payment plan can be found here.

Students should budget $50 per credit hour for books. There are no additional program fees for online nursing courses.

We recommend using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) to see what funds are available for you. Don't forget to list the OCU federal school code (003166) on your form.

For assistance, OCU’s Financial Aid team is available Monday through Friday during regular business hours and all financial forms can be accessed on their website. For general questions or inquiries, call 405-208-5211 or email finaid@okcu.edu.

Tuition reimbursement and association benefits may be available to you based on your employer. Please contact your human resources department to learn what benefits are available to you. You can also search on the internet and inquire into local associations you’re a member of for student scholarships.

No, there are no out-of-state tuition fees or price increases.

OCU does not offer lower tuition rates in exchange for employment positions; however, online students are eligible to obtain on-campus work positions.

Student employment at Oklahoma City University is open to all students, without regard to whether they are eligible to receive federal work study. Students are given the opportunity to contribute to their education funds while learning skills that will benefit them in the classroom and beyond.

Yes, OCU’s nursing programs are 100% online and flexible. Learning is asynchronous, there are no set login times for classes. Learn more about learning online on our blog.

Students must inform their professors ahead of time about any obstacles they may foresee with completing required assignments. Our faculty, however, are experienced nurses, many of whom have been in your shoes working while earning a degree and are happy to work with you and your schedule.

Online students have access to most campus resources, including technology services and mental health services*. Students can also schedule in-person meetings with faculty or other students on campus.

*OCU counselors can only provide mental health counseling to in-state students.

There are no on-campus requirements for the online RN-BSN or MSN/RN-MSN programs. Students will have to complete practicum hours in-person at their chosen practicum site.

Yes, students can elect to walk in the on-campus graduation ceremony if they would like to do so.

Yes, however, students can’t be on break for more than one year.

RN-BSN students also have the option to reduce their course load to a part-time status if needed.

Students will be responsible for making their own arrangements but can work with faculty to help determine what options would work best for them and their practicum.