Distance Learning Programs

Loyola University New Orleans first began providing distance education in 1983 through the Loyola Institute for Ministry Extension Program (LIMEX). Then in the fall of 1990, the Department of Nursing initiated the Off-Campus Learning Program (OCLP) to offer the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree at a number of hospital sites throughout in Louisiana. Most recently, in the summer of 2004, the Department of Nursing launched a completely online master of science in nursing (MSN) program with a focus on Health Care Systems Management.

Department of Nursing Distance Learning Programs

Distance Learning Program (DLP) for the B.S.N. degree

Each semester a number of regular nursing courses are videotaped in Loyola’s two state-of-the-art video classrooms. The class videos provide access to regular Loyola courses for RNs who live outside of the Greater New Orleans area. In addition, students living within the greater New Orleans area with special scheduling needs may also enroll in video courses. Students who take video courses (e.g., DLP students) complete the same assignments as on-campus students and take proctored exams. The DVD's of each class are mailed to students and are streamed online until the end of the course, thus providing students access to the DVD's/class when studying for exams.

Online, Web-Based Program for the M.S.N. degree

The Health Care Systems Management MSN program is available online to registered nurses with bachelor's degrees who have access to the internet. Information about the program may be found at www.loyno.edu/nursing/management.

Student Centered Distance Learning

Affordable

Recognizing the special financial needs of working adults, Loyola maintains a competitive tuition rate.
For employees participating in employer-sponsored tuition reimbursement programs, up to 90% of tuition and fees may be deferred until the end of the semester in which they are incurred.
Students who wish to use traditional financial aid programs should contact the Financial Aid Office at 504-865-3231, or visit them on the web at www.loyno.edu/financialaid.

Student Services for Distance Learners

When visiting the main campus, distance students may make full use of all Loyola student services, including counseling and career placement.

Student Support for Distance Learners

Access to faculty advisers is provided through a toll-free number, facsimile, e-mail, and individual appointments. An extension librarian helps with these. For more information, please visit them on the web at www.loyno.edu/wac.

Nursing Degree Opportunities Available via Distance Learning

BSN degree program for RNs who are graduates of associate degree or diploma programs (Video only not offered online)

Offered at select off-campus learning sites throughout Louisiana
120 credit-hour program
Students typically schedule two or three classes each term.
A two-phase, accelerated RN-to-MSN program is available for RNs who plan to enter Loyola's Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Health Care Systems Management MSN program after completing the BSN degree at Loyola.
Also available on campus in New Orleans

MSN Bridge program for RNs with non-nursing bachelor's degrees (Video only not offered online)

Prepares the RN to enter one of Loyola's MSN programs without obtaining a BSN degree
Four-course bridge program available to RNs with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees who live in metropolitan New Orleans or Baton Rouge

Online Health Care Systems Management (HCSM) MSN Degree

100% online program
High-demand HCSM degree provides advancement opportunities
Two-year part-time program completed one course at a time
Internet-based program provides technical support for students
Orientation for new online learners provided
Competitively priced tuition with assistance available to qualified students
Students who qualify through their employers may also use tuition rembursement for program costs

For more information about the Off Campus Learning Program call the Distance Learning Coordinator at (504) 865-3250, toll free (800) 488-6257 (OCLP) option #2 or via e-mail at OCLP@loyno.edu.