California University of Pennsylvania

Whether you wish to advance within the nursing profession or earn a specialized MSN or MBA degree, California University of Pennsylvania offers a degree program that can help you reach your goals.

Or begin your career by becoming a registered nurse through one of Cal U's educational partners. Your credits will transfer easily to California University's RN-to-BSN (Bachelor of Nursing) degree program.

Learn more about the nursing program that's right for you. 

Degree Options

For registered nurses with a diploma or associate degree:

• RN-to-BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

For nurses seeking a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree:

• MSN in Nursing Administration and Leadership (30 credits)
• MSN-MBA dual degree (54 credits)

For nurses with an MSN in Nursing Administration:

• MBA in Nursing Administration (24 credits)

For nurses seeking a post-master's certificate:

• Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing Administration and Leadership

For individuals who want to become registered nurses:

Become an RN through one of our educational partnership programs and your credits will transfer easily to Cal U's RN-to-BSN program.

• Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing
• Washington Health System School of Nursing

California University of Pennsylvania also has articulation (credit transfer) agreements with these schools:

• Jamestown Community College, New York
• Pittsburgh Technical College
• UPMC Schools of Nursing:
  • Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
  • UPMC Shadyside Hospital School of Nursing
  • St. Margaret School of Nursing
  • Jameson Hospital School of Nursing
• West Penn Hospital School of Nursing - AHN
• Westmoreland County Community College