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CSU’s Online Programs
Cleveland State University (CSU) is nationally recognized by esteemed organizations. Our online programs provide the flexibility you need with curriculum rigor and ongoing support in tandem with dedicated faculty and experiential learning opportunities. Our online programs are offered primarily in asynchronous formats, so you don't have to put your personal and professional life on hold while developing your career to its fullest potential. With world-class partners in healthcare, the arts and other industries, CSU shares knowledge, research and resources to make a positive and meaningful difference.
Nursing Programs
Make a Difference as an RN
Leverage your bachelor’s degree in any field and prepare to become a nurse through our affordable, fast-paced degree pathway.
- 69 credit hours
- 764 clinical hours and 171 lab hours
- Two residencies
- Two intakes per year (Spring & Fall)
- 16 months/four semesters (full-time)
- CCNE accredited
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2.50 cumulative GPA, 3.0 prerequisite GPA
- Prerequisite courses
- Essay
- Interview
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Transcripts
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025
Next start date: August 23, 2025
Provide Compassionate Primary Care
Prepare as an advanced practice registered nurse to provide care across the lifespan.
- 47 credit hours
- 780 clinical hours
- One residency
- Three intakes per year (Fall, Spring, Summer)
- Two years/six semesters (full-time)
- CCNE accredited
- BSN degree
- 3.0 GPA
- Statistics – Grade of C or better, undergraduate or graduate level
- Active RN license – unencumbered
- Resume
- Personal essay
- Letter of recommendation (no personal references)
- Transcripts
Next application deadline: April 25, 2025
Next start date: May 17, 2025
**Seats are Limited**
Advocate for Populations in Need
Expand your nursing skills to specialize in the mental health care and well-being of patients of all ages.
- 48 credit hours
- 780 clinical hours
- Three intakes per year (Fall, Spring, Summer)
- Two years/six semesters (full-time)
- CCNE accredited
- BSN degree
- 3.0 GPA
- Statistics – Grade of C or better, undergraduate or graduate level
- Active RN license – unencumbered
- Resume
- Personal essay
- Letter of recommendation (no personal references)
- Transcripts
Next application deadline: April 25, 2025
Next start date: May 17, 2025
**Seats are Limited**
Influence Patient Outcomes
Become an effective leader in clinical settings and ensure patients benefit from the latest innovations in care delivery across the continuum.
- 32 online credit hours
- 500 practicum hours
- Fall intake
- 1 year and 7 months/5 semesters (part-time)
- CCNE accredited
- BSN
- 3.0 GPA
- Undergraduate statistics course (C or better)
- Essay
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Active RN license
- Transcripts
Next application deadline: August 1, 2025
Next start date: August 23, 2025
Advocate in Medico-Legal Cases
Combine your nursing skills with forensic science to promote recovery, health and justice in a caring and compassionate way.
- 38 online credit hours
- 500 practicum hours
- Fall intake
- 2 years/6 semesters (part-time)
- CCNE accredited
- BSN
- 3.0 GPA
- Undergraduate statistics course (C or better)
- Essay
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Active RN license
- Transcripts
Next application deadline: August 1, 2025
Next start date: August 23, 2025
Lead Beyond the Bedside
Establish yourself as an accomplished educator and influence new generations of nurses through effective teaching methods.
- 38 online credit hours
- 500 practicum hours
- Fall intake
- 2 years/6 semesters (part-time)
- CCNE accredited
- BSN
- 3.0 GPA
- Undergraduate statistics course (C or better)
- Essay
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Active RN license
- Transcripts
Next application deadline: August 1, 2025
Next start date: August 23, 2025
Care for Diverse Populations
Concentrate your career on the health needs of a defined population and use best practices and evidence-based research to improve outcomes.
- 35 online credit hours
- 500 practicum hours
- Fall intake
- 2 years/6 semesters (part-time)
- CCNE accredited
- BSN
- 3.0 GPA
- Undergraduate statistics course (C or better)
- Essay
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Active RN license
- Transcripts
Next application deadline: August 1, 2025
Next start date: August 23, 2025
Social Work Programs
Shortest Advanced Standing Pathway in Ohio
Balance your professional and personal life as you earn your degree part-time.
- 30 online credit hours
- 500 field practicum hours
- 3 intakes per year
- 4 to 5 semesters/1 year and 3 months to 1 year and 7 months (part-time)
- 2 to 4 semesters/7 months to 1 year and 3 months (full-time)
- CSWE accredited
- Bachelor of Social Work (from a CSWE-accredited program within the last 7 years)
- 2.75 cumulative GPA
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Essay
- Copies of BSW field evaluations
Accepting applications for Spring 2025
Next start date: January 11, 2025
Serve Your Community
Start a rewarding new career in social work.
- 60 online credit hours
- 900 field practicum hours
- 3 intakes per year
- 5 to 6 semesters/1 year and 7 months to 2 years (full-time)
- 8 to 10 semesters/2 years and 7 months to 3 years and 3 months (part-time)
- CSWE accredited
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2.75 GPA
- Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Essay
Accepting applications for Spring 2025
Next start date: January 11, 2025
Law Program
Learn Law. Live Justice.
Expand your skill set as a lawyer or fulfill your goal of becoming an attorney to advocate for others with this affordable part-time program.
- 90 online credit hours
- Ample experiential learning opportunities
- Fall intake
- In as little as 3 years and 3 months/10 semesters (part-time)
- ABA accredited
- Bachelor’s degree
- Final transcript showing degree conferral to the Law School Admissions Council’s Credential Assembly Service (LCAS)
- LSAT or GRE score
- Personal statement
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Resume
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 term
