MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College and the University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing are partnering to offer a new pathway for registered nurses and nursing students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
The first course in this new pathway, "NSC 180: Legal and Moral Issues in Healthcare," begins in fall 2025 and includes three in-person sessions at MCCC in addition to online instruction, creating flexibility for working professionals.
Supported by the MiLeap State Initiative Grant, up to 15 eligible students will receive a scholarship that covers full in-state tuition for the 3-credit-hour course, valued at $1,782.75.
Current MCCC nursing students and Michigan-licensed registered nurses are encouraged to apply. The scholarship covers tuition only; students are responsible for fees and materials.
Christy Chisholm, director of nursing at MCCC, said the partnership gives current students, graduates and area nurses an affordable, seamless way to advance their education without leaving the community.
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"We want to keep local talent here and offer world-class UM-Flint opportunities right in Monroe County," Chisholm said.
She added that the pathway opens new possibilities for nursing professionals. "Earning a BSN can create access to leadership roles, specialized areas of practice and lay the foundation for graduate studies," she said. "There have never been more opportunities in nursing, including right here in Monroe County, and this program helps more people reach them."
Tiffany Bishop, UM-Flint School of Nursing academic advisor, said the hybrid RN to BSN pathway "makes it possible for more nurses to advance their education while balancing work and family. By blending in-person sessions with flexible online learning and providing scholarship support, we are building a stronger nursing workforce and helping improve health care in our region. We measure our success by the progress and achievements of our students and by seeing graduates make an impact in their communities."
For more information and to apply, go to www.monroeccc.edu/BSN. Or, contact the MCCC Health Sciences Division at (734) 384-4102.
About Monroe County Community College
Founded in 1964, Monroe County Community College is a public, two-year institution supported by tax monies from Monroe County, educational funds from the State of Michigan and student tuition.
The college’s mission is to enrich lives in our community by providing opportunity through student-focused, affordable, quality higher education and other learning experiences. The Main Campus is located at 1555 South Raisinville Road, Monroe, Mich., 48161, with easy access to Toledo and Detroit. The Whitman Center is located at 7777 Lewis Ave.,Temperance, Mich., 48182, near the Ohio-Michigan Border. Detailed information about MCCC is available at www.monroeccc.edu.