College of nursing
HCA Midwest Health is home to Research College of Nursing, the Kansas City area's largest and longest-running single purpose nursing institution. Trusted for more than 115 years, RCoN is committed to educating nurses, developing leaders and caring for communities.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Accelerated, 1-year track (non-nursing Bachelor's degree required)
- Transfer, 2-year track (pre-requisites required)
Visit ResearchCollege.edu to learn more about the top-ranked Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and exclusive tuition assistance available through HCA Midwest Health.
115 Years of Excellence in Nursing Education
These inspiring nurses dedicate themselves each day to a rewarding career. Hear why more than 6,000 nurses chose Research College of Nursing for a unique and life-changing career opportunity.
HCA Midwest Health Work Loan Forgiveness
HCA Midwest Health continually invests in the technologies, infrastructure and clinical education nurses need to develop professionally and to continue providing the exceptional care our patients expect.
Exclusively at Research College of Nursing, BSN students are eligible for up to 75% tuition assistance through the HCA Midwest Health Work Loan Forgiveness program. Students accept this assistance in exchange for a work commitment totaling two years.
Note: Rates and tuition assistance are subject to change.
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Estimate your costs
Looking for a ballpark figure? We did the math for you on what to expect. Academic year example for TBSN students entering August 2023 or ABSN students entering January 2024. Please note rates and tuition are subject to change.
Traditional BSN
Junior Year (for students entering August 2023) | Senior Year (for students entering August 2023) |
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Tuition $19,260 | Tuition $19,260 |
Fees $1900 | Fees $1900 |
HCA Work Loan Forgiveness ($14,445) | HCA Work Loan Forgiveness ($14,445) |
Your Cost $6,715 | Your Cost $6,715 |
Accelerated BSN
Term 1 (for students entering January 2024) |
Term 2 (for students entering January 2024) |
Term 3 (for students entering January 2024) |
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Tuition $12,840 | Tuition $12,840 | Tuition $12,840 |
Fees $1,267 | Fees $1,267 | Fees $1,267 |
HCA Work Loan Forgiveness ($9,630) | HCA Work Loan Forgiveness ($9,630) | HCA Work Loan Forgiveness ($9,630) |
Your Cost $4,477 | Your Cost $4,477 | Your Cost $4,477 |