Online Education

All Courses Taught Online

All Courses Taught Online

18-24 Months at a Reasonable Pace

18-24 Months at a Reasonable Pace

Ideal for the Working Individual

Ideal for the Working Individual

Pacific Union College is a leader in nursing education, and our graduates have a well-known reputation for excellence. This online program in California and Hawaii will take you from an associate's to a bachelor’s degree in Nursing, with an optional practicum at a location near you.

  • Cohorts in Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring
  • $385 per academic unit
  • Approx. $15,000 for the program*
  • All theory courses taught online, asynchronous
  • No mandatory log-in times
  • Accredited by ACEN
  • California-based school

For questions, contact RN to BSN Director Sandra Ringer at sringer@puc.edu or call (707) 965-7623.

*Dependent upon GE credits

Two areas of nursing specialty are offered: Nursing Education and Nursing Leadership & Business Administration.

The Nursing Education program prepares graduates for teaching roles in healthcare and academic settings. The Nursing Leadership & Business Administration program prepares graduates for the role of nurse administrator in healthcare settings.

  • For nurses with a BSN who are independent learners.
  • Courses taught in an asynchronous online format
  • Requires a minimum of 46 credits consisting of different course combinations: core, specialty, and practicum.
  • Courses are 4-5 credits each, and students can take 2-3 courses at a time.
  • Field experience and practicum, as required by the accrediting body, ACEN, will be flexible based on your schedule.
  • The program takes 18-24 months to complete
  • $420 per unit

For questions, contact Program Director and Professor of Nursing, Laurie Parson at ljparson@puc.edu.

Pacific Union College is a leader in nursing and health science education, and our graduates have a well-known reputation for excellence. We are ready to take you from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management.

All AS to BS classes are offered online in California and Hawaii, with practicums at a location near you.

  • All AS to BS classes are offered online in California and Hawaii, with practicums at locations near you.
  • Courses are taught asynchronously online.
  • Take classes at your own pace in a way that matches your preferred learning style.
For questions, contact Director of the Emergency Services Program Jeff Joiner at jjoiner@puc.edu or call (707) 965-7031.

Designed for working professionals, this program emphasizes practical skills in digital communication, media strategy, leadership, and analytics, equipping graduates to excel in dynamic communication roles across industries including healthcare and denominational employment.

  • 100% online and asynchronous, designed for working professionals to fit their life
  • Earn degree in 18 months
  • Personalized attention through small classes
  • The program emphasizes practical skills in digital communication, media strategy, leadership, and analytics.
  • Students have the opportunity to specialize in one of three emphases: communication research, strategic communication, or health communication.
  • Stackable certificates available
  • 43 quarter credits (approximately 10-11 courses)
  • Three starts per year: fall, winter, and spring
  • $420 per unit

For questions, contact Chair of the Department of Communication Tara Hargrove at thargrove@puc.edu or call (707) 965-6687

Tailored for working professionals this program concentrates your studies into an abbreviated time-frame, while earning your degree anywhere*, anytime.

  • 100% online
  • The program is currently only offered to California and Hawaii residents.
  • Three starts per year: fall, winter, and spring**
  • Students must have a bachelor’s in business and/or satisfy the accounting and finance prerequisites to start in the winter or spring quarter.
  • Can be completed in as little as 12 months (completion time depends upon the number of credits taken per term)
  • GMAT waiver request available based on evaluation of work experiences and academic background
  • $420 per unit
  • Apply now

For questions, contact Professor of Business Administration Scott Perryman at sperryman@puc.edu or call (707) 965-6238.

Why Choose PUC’s RN to BSN Program?

Pacific Union College is a leader in nursing education, and our graduates have a well-known reputation for excellence. This online program in California and Hawaii will take you from an associates to a bachelor’s degree in Nursing, with an optional practicum at a location near you.

The RN-BSN program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, INC. (ACEN) the California Board of Registered Nursing approves the program for attainment of the Public Health Certificate (PHN).

Why Choose PUC’s MSN Program?

Pacific Union College’s online MSN program provides a flexible and accessible learning environment for working nurses and prepares graduates for teaching and leadership roles in healthcare and academic settings. Through a curriculum that integrates culturally responsive teaching strategies, leadership development, and critical analysis of trends in healthcare and nursing education, faculty intentionally support student success and professional readiness.

Why Choose PUC’s Emergency Management Program?

PUC is a leader in nursing and health science education, and its graduates have a well-known reputation for excellence. The 192 quarter-hour Emergency Management program builds upon the foundation of the Associate of Science degree in Emergency Services (completed during the first two years), preparing graduates for careers as Emergency Managers in multiple settings – governmental, NGO, and private businesses.

The emergency services associate degree prepares students interested in working in the emergency field medicine at the level of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or in nursing, paramedic, or pre-professional programs.

Why Choose PUC’s M.A. Communication Program ?

PUC’s M.A. Communication program equips graduates to excel in dynamic communication roles across industries, including healthcare and denominational employment. The program also collaborates with the Business Department in Strategic Communication, allowing for interdisciplinary learning while maintaining a strong foundation in core communication theory and practice.

Students will have the flexibility and support they need, with small class sizes for a personalized learning experience. With coursework all online and asynchronous, students also have optional live discussions and campus visits for added connection and flexibility.

Why Choose PUC’s MBA Program?

PUC’s online MBA program meets the demands of your professional and personal life. The online program offers a flexible schedule so you can earn your degree anytime, anywhere. With multiple start dates and small class sizes for personalized attention, the online program will expand your knowledge and increase your career opportunities.

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