St. Louis Community College (STLCC) and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) will partner to create a smoother transfer pathway for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Together, the schools will enhance educational opportunities for nursing students in the region.
The agreement streamlines the transfer process for students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Registered Nursing (RN) at STLCC, allowing them to transition smoothly to the BSN program at SIUE.
By combining the strengths of both institutions, this integrated approach ensures a comprehensive educational experience, producing well-qualified nursing professionals.
SIUE Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, called the agreement “an educational benefit for this region.’
“This partnership between our two nursing programs offers nursing students even more time towards experiential learning in the St. Louis Metro Area, where some of the top medical facilities in the country are located,” he said.
STLCC Chancellor Jeff Pittman, PhD, shared his enthusiasm about the partnership.
“We are proud to collaborate with SIUE on this nursing pathway. Our RNs will benefit from a seamless transition to earning their BSN and advancing their careers,” he said.
“I am passionate about improving the transfer process – saving time, reducing student debt, and helping our nursing students stay on the path to their career goals.”
The RN to BSN pathway at SIUE offers local opportunities for STLCC-trained nurses to continue their education, as the demand for bachelor-degreed nurses grows in our regional healthcare systems, this pathway will benefit both students and the community.
STLCC Dean of Nursing Jordan Cooper, MSN RN, FNP-BC, highlighted the program’s excellence in preparing RNs to further their education.
“Our AAS in Nursing program enriches students’ educational journey and prepares them for the diverse challenges of the healthcare industry, he said.
SIUE Dean of Nursing Judy Liesveld, PhD, PPCNP-BC, CNE, FAAN, anticipates an ease of transition due to STLCC student preparedness.
“The nursing students graduating from STLCC receive an outstanding education. They are well-prepared to enter our exceptional RN-BS program, providing pathways to further career opportunities and advanced practice nursing roles.”
For more information, visit the STLCC Nursing AAS webpage or the SIUE School of Nursing webpage.