Take a look at our frequently asked questions. Still need answers? Our dedicated admission team is ready to introduce you to The University of Tulsa online experience. For questions about our online nursing programs, you can contact the team at 918-612-5036 or via email at admission@online.utulsa.edu.
For questions about the M.S. in Cyber Security, please contact Tulsa graduate admissions at 918-631-2336 or via email at grad@utulsa.edu.
Once you submit your completed application with all required materials, you can expect a response within the following timelines:
RN to BSN program: 1 week
ABSN program: Response time will vary depending on whether (a) you live in an area supported with clinical placement options and/or (b) a sufficient headcount exists to run a cohort group.
MSN; MS in Cyber Studies; FNP, DNP; and AGACNP certificate programs: 1 week
Official transcripts from each college attended are required for admission to undergraduate programs. Conditional admittance to undergraduate and graduate programs may be granted with unofficial transcripts, but we must receive your official transcripts from each college attended by the end of the first semester.
The following tables show the tuition cost per credit hour for each program:
Online M.S. in Cyber Security Tuition
| Core Credit Hours | Cost per Credit Hour | Total Tuition Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | $850 | $25,500 |
Some elective courses require fees to cover prep materials for
CompTIA Pentest+ and Security+ exams and the Certified Information
Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. Please find the
full list of course fees below:
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| CYB 6123 Security+ Cert Prep | $169 |
| CYB 7083 Security Auditing and Penetration Testing (I and II) | $599 |
| CYB 7523 Pentest+ Prep | $169 |
| CYB 7573 CISSP Prep* | $1,200 |
* Includes digital textbook with access for one year and exam
voucher to take the CISSP certification exam.
For questions related to tuition and financial aid for the M.S. in Cyber Security, please contact Tulsa graduate admissions at 918-631-2336 or via email grad@utulsa.edu.
Online Nursing Programs Tuition
| Program | Core Credit Hours | Cost per Credit Hour |
|---|---|---|
| ABSN | 60* | $650 |
| RN to BSN | 35** | $333 |
| MSN | 30 | $659 |
| FNP, DNP | 72 | $775 |
| AGACNP Certificate | 18 | $639 |
Textbooks are included in the cost of tuition for undergraduate programs.
The University of Tulsa offers payment plans of up to four monthly installments.
*ABSN Applicants: Please note that the total credit hours required may vary based on your individual official transcript evaluations.
**RN to BSN Applicants: Please note that the total credit hours required may vary based on your individual official transcript evaluations and professional portfolio credit worksheet.
***Students who complete the BSN program with a 3.0 or greater GPA receive priority admission to the online MSN program at the BSN rate.
Additional Program Fees
ABSN
Pre-Matriculation
Exxat Approve (documentation compliance software) - $50
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification* (required prior to beginning clinical placements) - $60-$100
*The University of Tulsa only accepts BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Online BLS courses accepted with an in-person skill test component (e.g., AHA HeartCode). CPR/AED and BLS courses offered by non-AHA providers are NOT accepted. ABSN students must submit their BLS certification card to Exxat during the first term of the program and maintain active certification by renewing every two years. Students may be required to renew their certification early if the expiration date occurs during a clinical rotation. The cost of BLS varies depending on location.
First 8 Week Term
GroupOne Drug Screening - $46.10
Accessory Kit for NSG 3053 (if purchased through Raley Scrubs) - $139.95
ExamSoft (used for Pharmacology and all practicum courses) - $94
Second 8 Week Term
Exxat Prism (subscription for length of program) - $215
Scrubs and Lab Coat (must be purchased through Raley Scrubs) - $100-$200
Skills Bootcamp (NSG 2111)
Course Fee - $160
If the student is traveling to Tulsa from out of town, expect the added expense of accommodations. There’s special hotel pricing through La Quinta Inn & Suites Tulsa Downtown, and lunch is provided Monday and Friday. Additional meals will be an out-of-pocket expense for students.
Nursing Science V (NSG 4263)
Course Fee - $600
The course fee covers the expense of Virtual-ATI, which is an NCLEX review tool for soon-to-be graduates of nursing programs. This resource provides individualized guidance and assignments in preparation for the NCLEX. This content and service is integrated into the course curriculum for NSG 4263. (This does not include the cost of the NCLEX exam and the application for licensure in your state. Find out more at nclex.com)
Other Miscellaneous Fees
Criminal Background Check* - $54
Clinical Liability Insurance - $25 per semester
Clinical Site Compliance Fees* - $20-$40
*Some clinical sites require criminal background checks and drug screenings on an annual basis. The first criminal background check that’s completed prior to matriculation is covered by TU. Any further, required background checks will be at the expense of the student. Additionally, some clinical sites require a small fee for access to schedules, rotations, and documentation.
Additional Notes:
The 10-panel drug screening is scheduled through the GroupOne portal. Students must initiate all drug screenings through the TU-approved vendor. A TU representative will be responsible for uploading the drug screening and criminal background check reports into each student’s Exxat Approve account.
Criminal background checks must be completed for admission, and drug screenings must be completed prior to bootcamp. Students must initiate all background checks through the TU-approved vendor prior to admission and on an annual basis.
All students will receive one free TU School of Nursing name badge during bootcamp. Replacement badges are $10 each.
MSN
DNP, FNP
A $75 fee for Stanford Writing course (DNP 9003)
A $100 fee for Typhon (DNP 9003)
Out-of-pocket fees for GroupOne (DNP 9003)
Background check, $54
Immunization, $46.50
$400 for 2-day intensive supplies (DNPF 9513)
Out-of-pocket expenses related to travel and stay (DNPF 9513)
$25 course fees for student insurance*
*Applicable to the following courses: DNPF 9222, DNPF 9252, DNPF 9272, DNPF 9292, and DNPF Practicum
AGACNP Certificate
A $60 application fee
A $100 fee to register for a three-year subscription to Typhon. You must pay and register at least one week prior to the first day of classes.
The cost of a 10-panel drug screening and criminal background check, which students must complete prior to the start date of courses. Cost varies depending on the vendor you choose; there is no preferred vendor.
A subscription fee of approximately $150 for MedCram, an online library of instructional medical videos. This discounted subscription includes a three-year, all-access package. The program director will provide additional instructions for creating your MedCram account before classes begin.
AGACNP students are required to hold professional liability insurance and health insurance for clinicals. The liability insurance fee is $25 per semester. If needed, the University can assist students in acquiring health insurance.
You must pay all educational expenses for the semester in which they are incurred before that semester begins. The University of Tulsa offers payment plans of up to four monthly installments. The earlier you enroll at TU, the longer you have to participate in a payment plan.
Start dates vary by program. The University of Tulsa offers five start dates for online nursing degree programs, and three start dates for the AGACNP Certificate program and MS in Cybersecurity.
ABSN, MSN, and FNP, DNP (Eight-Week Courses)
Fall 2026 classes start August 24, 2026
MS in Cybersecurity (16-Week Courses)
Summer 2026 classes start May 26, 2026
Since 1929, The University of Tulsa has continuously held accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Additionally, various entities within the university, including programs, departments, and schools, maintain accreditation through specialized agencies.
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN), Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN), and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs are fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The ABSN and RN to BSN have also received program approval by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) certificate is a candidate for accreditation by ACEN and approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
The University of Tulsa’s programs are offered by the School of Nursing at The Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences. The School of Nursing is a member of the National League for Nursing and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
The ABSN Bootcamp is offered three times a year. You will be assigned your bootcamp date based on your start date. Your attendance is mandatory every day of the bootcamp from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT. For more information, please contact admission@online.utulsa.edu.
The ABSN bootcamp will take place at the Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences Building, located at 1215 South Boulder Avenue W, Tulsa, OK 74119.
To ensure your prompt arrival at 8 a.m. each day, we encourage you to select lodging within a reasonable distance of the Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences Building. Special pricing is available to ABSN bootcamp participants through Ambassador Hotel and La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Tulsa Downtown. Please contact the hotel directly for details.
We’ve designed the ABSN bootcamp to equip you with the skills and competencies you’ll need to be successful in your clinical experiences as a student nurse. During the five-day bootcamp, you’ll perform clinical exercises alongside fellow online learners. You and your peers will be supervised by our nursing faculty, who will ensure that you develop the skills you need to qualify for clinical placement.
The ABSN bootcamp is intended to prepare you with the required skills for real, hands-on experiences in clinical settings. The bootcamp provides the opportunity for you to build these skills via clinical simulations and interactions with your peers as practice patients. You’ll train under the constant guidance of our nursing faculty, who will provide the knowledge and one-on-one instruction to ensure your clinical proficiency.
To ensure optimal preparedness and performance during the ABSN bootcamp, you must complete a series of virtual lessons by the end of your first day at bootcamp. You can access these lessons via Blackboard Ultra, where you’ll watch how-to videos to familiarize yourself with skills you’ll be practicing during the bootcamp and complete quizzes and exams related to these skills. This preparation will support your hands-on mastery of the skills you’ll need to be successful in your clinical experiences as a student nurse.
Two sets of scrubs. We encourage you to purchase two sets of scrubs, which you must order* from www.raleyscrubs.com at least 45-60 days prior to attending bootcamp.
Your phone, iPad, or laptop. Bring a device of your choice to access and review the skills modules and how-to videos available in Blackboard Ultra.
A change of clothes. In addition to the scrubs you’ll wear to bootcamp each day, you should bring a change of casual, comfortable clothes. These will come in handy for skills exercises where you’ll stand in as the practice patient for your peers.
*Please review the ABSN New Student Guide for more information about ordering your scrubs and how to apply the TU student discount.
The ABSN bootcamp is designed to prepare you for success in your clinicals, so we hold the same professional standards of dress as those of our clinical partners. We expect your appearance to be pressed and polished. You should wear clean scrubs with a black or white undershirt. Long hair should be up and out of the way, and you should refrain from wearing large and/or flashy jewelry.
Enrolled students will complete a required non-credit course that will provide full details about dress code requirements.
You’ll receive your personalized TU ID badge during bootcamp, as well as a lab kit with the supplies you’ll need to perform skills checkoffs.
Once nursing faculty determine that you’ve developed all required skills during bootcamp, you’ll be qualified for clinical-based courses in the ABSN degree path and clinical placement as a student nurse.
Our clinical placement team identifies and secures local clinical placements that align with each rotation’s course objectives. Assigned clinical rotations are centered in specific geographic locations and based on your travel proximity to one of our designated clinical agencies. You must accept the clinical placement that is assigned by the University of Tulsa Clinical Team.
Relocation Impact Statement
Relocation to a new address during your enrollment in the Nursing Program may significantly impact your clinical assignments. The University secures clinical placements based on established partnerships with healthcare facilities and in accordance with regulatory requirements. These placements are confirmed in advance and are subject to limited availability.
Important Notice: If you relocate during your program enrollment, please be advised of the following:
States Without Clinical Support
Due to regulatory restrictions, accreditation requirements, and the absence of established clinical partnerships, the University is only accepting applications from the following states at this time: Oklahoma and Texas.
Carissa Moran Nursing Admissions Team cmoran@online.utulsa.edu
Margaret Franks Nursing Admissions Team mfranks@online.utulsa.edu
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