Discover the First Accelerated BSN Program Offered in Joplin
Hybrid
16 Months
NCLEX-RN® Preparation
CCNE Accredited*
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Our Local Program Allows You to Quickly Enter Your Ideal Nursing Career
Complete your BSN at a university known for flexibility and personalized attention. CSP Global’s hybrid BSN brings you online courses with in-person skills labs and clinicals that you can complete through placements in the community of Joplin, MO.
Through every stage of your journey with us, you’ll benefit from the guidance and mentorship of faculty with years of nursing experience. They ensure that you gain industry-leading knowledge and skills while preparing for the NCLEX-RN® exam.
*The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Concordia University, St. Paul is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Program Details
- Choose between three start dates each year
- Transfer your credits to finish in 16 months
- Gain excellent nursing preparation no matter your background
- Prepare to advance as a BSN-prepared nurse
- Benefit from experiential learning in your hometown
Our BSN Brings You Career-Ready Skills in a Hybrid Format
In the accelerated BSN program, faculty with years of nursing experience will deliver online courses through our leading-edge digital platforms. You’ll also complete in-person skills labs, simulations, and clinicals at Mercy, CSP Global’s top health care partner.
Apply for the Accelerated BSN Program
When you’re ready to apply to the Accelerated BSN program, prepare your required materials and then submit your free online application. By submitting official transcripts of your prior coursework, you can transfer up to 54 credits into the BSN degree. Contact us for a full list of requirements.
| Degree | A minimum of 54 non-nursing college credits completed |
|---|---|
| Prerequisite courses | 6 pre-nursing required courses, all offered online at CSP Global. A letter grade C or higher is required and all prerequisites must be completed within the time limit, and meet the prerequisite course repetition policy. |
| Minimum GPA | 3.0 |
Need to Complete Prerequisite Coursework?
Our fully online A.A. in Pre-Nursing ensures you have the prerequisites needed to enter the Accelerated BSN program. Whether you only need two nursing prerequisites or will be transferring in 20 credits, the A.A. in Pre-Nursing program fully prepares you to qualify for the Accelerated BSN program.
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Serve Your Community With the Individualized Support of CSP Global
Apply your nursing skills in blossoming health care environments. A recent report from the Joplin Regional Alliance for Health Care and Health Science (JRAH) states that the Joplin area is focused on expanding health care with advanced technology and outreach, and qualified nurses are the largest pressing need for the region to meet its goals.1
Your unique set of skills and capabilities from CSP Global’s local BSN program will help you meet this need in Joplin and surrounding communities.
Apply Your Skills Across Several Settings in Southwest Missouri
According to the latest Missouri Nursing Workforce Report, most RNs in southwest Missouri (62.2%) work in hospitals, leaving a gap in settings such as community and public health, corrections, and schools.2 Quickly fill one of these roles with CSP Global’s accelerated nursing program in Missouri.
Career Outlook for Registered Nurses in Missouri
Projected Annual Job Openings 5,110 from 2022 to 20323
Average Base Salary $109,929 per year4
About CSP Global
With over 25 years of experience and more than 40 online and hybrid programs, CSP Global has set a high standard of excellence and is proud to continue the legacy of learning with quality, career-connected degree programs. We offer competitive tuition, generous transfer credit opportunities, and accelerated courses so you can achieve your dreams on your terms.
Why Choose CSP Global for Nursing
CSP Global’s nursing programs are known for individualized support to help you enter in-demand health care careers. Based on a national survey of accredited nursing programs, CSP Global was ranked among the 2026 Best Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programs by U.S. News & World Report.5
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- Joplin Regional Alliance for Health Care and Health Science (JRAH). “A Strategic Roadmap for Economic Development in Joplin Focused on Healthcare, Health Sciences, and Associated Educational Assets.” Retrieved September 24, 2025, from https://www.joplinmo.org/
- Missouri State Board of Nursing. “2023 MISSOURI NURSING WORKFORCE REPORT.” Retrieved September 24, 2025, from https://mohealthcareworkforce.org/
- O*NET OnLine. “Missouri Employment Trends 29-1141.00 – Registered Nurses.” Retrieved September 24, 2025, from https://www.onetonline.org/
- Indeed. “Registered nurse salary in Joplin, MO.” Retrieved September 24, 2025, from https://www.indeed.com/
- U.S. News & World Report. “Best Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs Rankings.” Retrieved September 23, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/