Concurrent RN to BSN Pathway
Concurrent RN to BSN Pathway
Earn your Associate Degree in Nursing at Wallace while getting a head start on your Bachelor of Science in Nursing through Auburn University at Montgomery.
Start at Wallace. Continue at AUM.
Wallace Community College and Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) have partnered to create a streamlined pathway for qualified Wallace Associate Degree Nursing students to begin BSN coursework while completing their ADN. The concurrent pathway can help students save time, continue progressing toward a bachelor's degree, and prepare for expanded opportunities in professional nursing.
How the Concurrent Pathway Works
Instead of waiting until after completing your associate degree to begin working toward a BSN, eligible students can begin AUM coursework while enrolled in Wallace's ADN program.
Begin at Wallace
Enroll in and progress through Wallace's Associate Degree Nursing program.
Add AUM Coursework
Qualified students begin completing AUM nursing coursework while continuing their Wallace ADN courses.
Complete Your ADN
Graduate from Wallace and complete the requirements necessary to become a licensed registered nurse.
Finish Your BSN
Continue your remaining AUM coursework and complete your Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Why Choose the Concurrent Pathway?
Start Your BSN Earlier
Begin making progress toward your bachelor's degree before completing your Wallace ADN.
A Streamlined Transition
Wallace and AUM work together to create a clearer transition between associate- and bachelor's-level nursing education.
Flexible Course Delivery
AUM coursework associated with the partnership may be delivered online or at Wallace, helping students remain connected to their Wallace nursing program.
Keep Moving Forward
Continue building your nursing education while preparing for expanded professional, leadership, and graduate education opportunities.
Who Is the Program For?
The concurrent pathway is designed for qualified students who are currently enrolled in Wallace Community College's Associate Degree Nursing program and want to continue toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through AUM.
- Remain enrolled and in good standing in the Wallace ADN program.
- Meet the academic requirements established for the concurrent pathway.
- Successfully complete required prerequisite and nursing coursework.
- Meet AUM admission and progression requirements.
- Complete RN licensure requirements following graduation from the ADN program.
How to Apply to AUM
Students participating in the Wallace–AUM Concurrent RN to BSN Pathway follow a specific concurrent enrollment process. Students should work with their Wallace nursing advisor and follow the Wallace–AUM Success Guide throughout the application process.
Complete Three ADN Semesters
Continue progressing through the Wallace Associate Degree Nursing program and remain in good standing. The AUM concurrent pathway application process begins after the third semester of the ADN program.
Apply to AUM as a Transient Student
Complete the AUM transient application and select the Transient student type. There is currently no application fee for transient admission.
Follow Your Success Guide
Complete any additional admission or enrollment steps provided by Wallace and AUM, then register for the AUM coursework listed in your Wallace–AUM Concurrent RN to BSN Success Guide.
Ready to apply? Use AUM's application portal and choose Transient when selecting your student type.
Start the AUM Transient Application (opens in a new tab)After completing your ADN: Students continuing toward the BSN must meet AUM's requirements for admission as a full AUM student. Continue working with your Wallace and AUM advisors to ensure all admission, prerequisite, licensure, and progression requirements are completed.
Wallace–AUM Concurrent Success Guide
See where AUM coursework fits into the Wallace ADN pathway and follow the milestones from concurrent enrollment through BSN completion.
AUM coursework begins after the third semester of the ADN pathway. The Success Guide identifies 30 AUM credit hours, completed online, within the full 121-credit-hour BSN pathway.
NURS 4260
Pathophysiology and Physical Assessment for the Professional Nurse
NURS 4160
Health Policy and Ethics for Professional Nursing Practice
NURS 4110
Transformation to the Professional Nurse Role
NURS 4220
Informatics and Evidence Based Practice for the Professional Nurse
NURS 4140
Population-Based Healthcare
NURS 4320
Theoretical Foundations for Professional Nursing
NURS 4311
The Professional Nurse as Health Systems Leader Practicum
Success Guide requirements: All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Upon successful completion of NURS 4110, the guide states that an additional 37 hours of credit will be awarded.
Students should confirm their individual course plan and current requirements with Wallace and AUM before registering.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Talk with the Wallace Associate Degree Nursing team to determine whether the Concurrent RN to BSN Pathway is right for you and to plan your next steps.
Questions?
Wallace Community College
Dr. Rayanne Daniels
Associate Degree Nursing
Division Director
Phone:
(334) 556-2604
Email:
rdaniels@wallace.edu
Auburn University at Montgomery
Dena Hays, MPA
Associate Director of Nursing Admissions, Advising, and Recruitment
School of Nursing
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Phone:
334-244-3527
Email:
dirvin2@aum.edu
Concurrent RN to BSN Pathway
Begin University of Alabama BSN coursework while completing your Associate Degree in Nursing at Wallace, then continue toward your Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Wallace Associate Degree Nursing students may be able to get a head start on a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through The University of Alabama's online RN to BSN Concurrent Enrollment pathway. This option allows eligible students to begin selected UA Online nursing coursework while continuing their nursing education at Wallace.
How the Concurrent Pathway Works
The concurrent pathway allows qualified Wallace ADN students to begin selected UA Online nursing courses before earning the associate degree.
Begin at Wallace
Enroll in and successfully progress through Wallace's Associate Degree Nursing program.
Complete Two ADN Semesters
After successfully completing two ADN semesters and meeting concurrent enrollment requirements, you may be eligible to begin UA coursework.
Add UA Online Courses
Begin selected RN to BSN nursing courses online while continuing your Wallace ADN courses.
Complete the BSN
Earn your Wallace ADN, complete RN licensure requirements, and continue the remaining UA coursework toward the BSN.
Concurrent Enrollment Information & Eligibility
After successfully completing two semesters of the Wallace ADN program, eligible students may enroll in one University of Alabama BSN course during their third semester.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be enrolled in an ACEN or CNEA accredited ADN program within the state of Alabama.
- Complete all required RN Mobility prerequisites.
- Maintain an average grade of “B” in all nursing courses.
- Receive a recommendation from the ADN program each semester of concurrent enrollment.
Concurrent Program Plan
The current UA concurrent sequence allows eligible students to begin one BSN course during the third ADN semester and continue coursework through BSN completion.
| ADN Semester | UA Concurrent Nursing Course | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | NUR 319 Nursing Informatics for RNs | 3 |
| 4 | NUR 348 Role Transition in Baccalaureate Nursing | 5 |
| 5 | NUR 329 Inquiry for Evidence-Based Practice for RNs | 4 |
| Wallace ADN Awarded | ||
| 6 |
NUR 449 Community Health for RNs NUR 465 Complex Client Systems for RNs |
12 |
| 7 | NUR 455 Leadership & Management Roles | 6 |
| BSN Awarded | ||
Please note: Academic requirements and course hours may change depending on the academic catalog year and admission term. Confirm your individual plan with The University of Alabama before registering.
RN Mobility Prerequisites
All RN Mobility prerequisites must be complete for concurrent enrollment. UA currently lists the following lower-division prerequisite areas:
- Biology with Lab or Chemistry with Lab
- Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab I & II
- Microbiology with Lab
- English Composition I & II or English 103
- Fine Arts or approved Humanities
- General Psychology or approved Social Behavioral Science/History elective
- History
- Human Growth and Development or approved Social Behavioral Science/History elective
- Humanities — Ethics preferred
- Literature
- Mathematics
View current UA RN to BSN prerequisites and requirements (opens in a new tab)
How to Apply for UA Concurrent Enrollment
Once you have reviewed the eligibility requirements, work with Wallace and UA RN Mobility to complete the concurrent enrollment process.
Check Your Eligibility
Meet with your Wallace nursing advisor to confirm that you are ready to move forward with concurrent enrollment.
Contact UA RN Mobility
Contact Sanitria Armistad, Coordinator of RN Mobility Student Services, for the current concurrent enrollment application process.
Complete UA Requirements
Follow the instructions provided by UA and arrange for the required Wallace ADN program recommendation each semester of concurrent enrollment.
Ready to begin? Contact Sanitria Armistad, Coordinator of RN Mobility Student Services, at 205-348-2616 or srarmistad@ua.edu for current application and enrollment instructions.
Cost & Financial Support
UA Online Tuition
Tuition varies based on the number of credit hours taken. UA states that online classes do not carry an additional out-of-state tuition charge. Review UA Online for the current tuition rate before registering.
Nursing Course Fee
Beginning Fall 2026, UA lists a $10 per-credit-hour NUR course fee in addition to standard tuition for all NUR courses.
RN Mobility students may also be eligible for nursing scholarships, distance-learning scholarships, and need-based financial aid. Review UA Online tuition and financial aid information (opens in a new tab) .
Ready to Get Started?
Talk with your Wallace nursing advisor to review your readiness, then connect with UA RN Mobility for the next steps in concurrent enrollment.
Questions?
The University of Alabama
Sanitria Armistad
Coordinator of RN Mobility Student Services
Phone:
205-348-2616
Email:
srarmistad@ua.edu