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Start Your Next Chapter: New Grant and New Laptop Program

At Rasmussen University, your success is important to us. That’s why we’re excited to offer the Online Kickstart Grant of up to $400 for students getting started on April 7, 2025, in select Rasmussen University Online programs.2 Or, when you begin select campus-based programs on or after August 7, 2024, we’ll provide you with a brand-new laptop to help you throughout your program.3

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What does it mean to be “RU Ready?” It’s all the ways that Rasmussen University makes you ready for the next chapter in your education. 60+ career-focused programs you can better manage with your life. Supportive faculty and student resources when you need it. Career services that don’t stop at graduation—they continue throughout your career.

At Rasmussen University, we see your vision for yourself and your career. And we celebrate every step of your journey, from submitting an assignment and using a new skill to becoming the confident professional you were meant to be.

No more feeling overlooked or underestimated—find your true potential and see your future as RU Ready.

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Starting Fresh, Not Starting Over

You’ve already done the work—you should get credit for every step, whether it was a previous course, military training or professional certification. 67% of our program requirements may be completed through transfer credits or prior training.1 That’s a lot of saved time and money!

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RU Ready to feel supported at every step? 24/7 technical support, career advising, peer-to-peer mentoring and mental health support, and internationally recognized online tutoring are just a few of the ways we'll help you find a healthy balance between school and the rest of your life.

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A lot of colleges can say they have online classes—but how many can say they have 20+ years of experience designing and teaching online? Rasmussen University is one of them! You'll work with faculty trained specifically to teach and mentor online, use flexible learning options and virtual labs, work online with academic support teams and tap into 400,000+ electronic resources.

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Empowered Learning®, our competency-based education model, lets you take more control of your learning. Instead of tests, papers and a one-size-fits-all schedule, you manage your pace and create the kind of projects you'd see in a workplace. Plus, you’ll still stay connected to faculty and peers. RU Ready to show what you know?

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Discover What’s Possible—Crissy’s Story

Crissy is a single mom and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) student while working full time. With the support of her advisor, instructors and peers, Crissy is confidently continuing her story at Rasmussen University.

“I want [my son] to come out of this as not only being proud of me as his mother, but also knowing that the impossible is possible for him.”

Crissy B. | Stories of Unforgettable Confidence

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Speaker 1:

My name is Crissy Bruni. I'm from Ocala, Florida, and this is where I grew up, in the country. I'm in a program in the Navy called Career Intermission, where I'm in the inactive reserves; and I am going to school to Rasmussen University, and I have three years, and then I will go back into the Navy with a contract for six more years.

Speaker 2:

I was very excited that Chrissy was enrolling to be a nurse because I believe that that is her calling, and it is her passion.

Speaker 1:

About 20 years ago, we suffered a huge tragedy, where I do have a brother; he went to prison for life.

Speaker 2:

It was very hard for her; she went through a hard time. It happened, she was at FSU and had to leave school.

Speaker 1:

And that was really a turning point for me to become who I am today.

Speaker 2:

Sometimes Crissy doesn't think she's enough, and she is. Um, and I see it every day.

Speaker 3:

The students that have so many barriers to achieving this goal of getting a nursing degree, those are the ones that are most inspiring when they achieve that.

Speaker 1:

Rasmussen added fuel to the fire to make it, you know, positive for me by really supporting that I'm a single mom of a four-year-old, I'm working a full-time job, I have to go back into the Navy, I'm on a timeline, you know. Rasmussen made it so, ‘Hey, yes, we can do this. We have a program that you can accelerate and if you put in the work, we're going to be there on the other side for you to help you get through it.’

I've done this for my son; Kingston's my world. I want him to come out of this as not only being proud of me as his mother, but also knowing that the impossible is possible.

Speaker 2:

I'm always so proud of her.

Speaker 1:

Once I get my nursing degree, I plan to work for a little while. I would love to do labor and delivery, and then I would love to eventually get my nurse practitioner and become a midwife.

  1. Knowledge Credit® includes college-level credit, self-directed assessments and military training or professional certifications. Exceptions apply—review the Rasmussen University course catalog for details.

  2. Students who enroll through Rasmussen University Online and Graduate Studies in any program except those noted below, who start their program on April 7, 2025, may be eligible for the following toward their degree at Rasmussen University:

    • A grant worth up to $400 will be disbursed in the students’ first quarter of their program.
      • Students will be billed at the standard tuition rate plus applicable fees before the grant is applied. Students are responsible for all applicable book fees.
      • Eligibility will be verified by the Admissions/Financial Aid Office before the grant is awarded.
      • In order to be eligible for the Grant, the applicant must enroll by April 3, 2025, for the April 7, 2025, start date.
    • Rasmussen University Online Programs not eligible for the Rasmussen Online Kickstart Grant:
      • Business: Master of Business Administration, Master of Human Resources Management
      • Design: Graphic Design Bachelor’s
      • Education: Early Childhood Certificate, Early Childhood Diploma, Early Childhood Associate’s
      • Health Sciences: Master of Healthcare Administration, Master of Public Health
      • Human Services: Human Services Associate’s, Human Services Bachelor’s
      • Nursing: Nursing Post-Graduate Certificates in Nursing Education, Healthcare Technology, Simulation, and Informatics or Nursing Leadership and Administration

    Additional Terms and Conditions:

    • The Rasmussen Online Kickstart grant was first available to new students on August 7, 2024.
    • Students must maintain continuous enrollment to remain eligible.  A student who withdraws and re-enrolls may no longer be eligible for the grant. Students who previously received the Rasmussen Online Kickstart Grant are not eligible for the Rasmussen Online Kickstart Grant a second time.
    • Students who change their campus or program of enrollment may not be eligible for the grant.
    • All entrance and acceptance requirements for the University must be met.
    • Grants are non-transferable, and no substitution or cash equivalent/refund is allowed.
    • Grant value cannot exceed tuition cost.
    • Programs with tuition rates at or lower than $258 per credit for full time rates and $334 per credit for part time rates are not eligible for any grants or scholarships offered by the University with the following exceptions:
      • Students enrolling in the Master of Science in Nursing degree programs on or after January 2, 2023, may be eligible for institutional grants regardless of program or course tuition rate provided they meet all other applicable terms and conditions for the grants.
    • The Rasmussen Online Kickstart Grant may be combined with other grants and scholarships offered by Rasmussen University, with the exception of the Professional Achievement Grant.
    • Employees of APEI and APEI Educational Units, including Rasmussen College, LLC and their family members are not eligible to participate.
    • The grant is awarded in the first quarter for eligible new students and is non-renewable.

  3. Prospective students who enroll through Rasmussen University in any of the following programs, who start their program on or after August 7, 2024, may be eligible to receive a laptop from Rasmussen University.

    • Eligible Campus Programs: Healthcare Certificate, Medical Assisting Diploma, Medical Laboratory Technician Associate’s, Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s, Radiologic Technology Associate’s, Surgical Technologist Associate’s, Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN), Professional Nursing Associate’s (ADN/RN), and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Standard or Second Degree entrance options).

    In order to qualify for the laptop, a student will need to opt in by the deadline listed below, receive acceptance to the University, sign and submit the Rasmussen laptop agreement and follow the process as outlined in the emails received via their Rasmusen student email (SMAIL).

    • Must enroll in one of the eligible programs by enrollment deadline for the applicable start.
    • Opt-in document must be completed by the sixth business day of the applicable quarter.
    • Once you have received your acceptance notification from Rasmusen University, you will receive the Rasmussen Laptop Agreement. You will need to sign and complete the form by the last day of the quarter in order to have the laptop shipped.
    • Laptops will be shipped when the student has been accepted to the University, the Laptop Agreement has been signed and after the seventh business day of the quarter up until the last day of the quarter. If the student is not accepted to the University and does not have a signed Laptop Agreement submitted by the last day of the quarter, they will forfeit their eligibility to receive a laptop.

    Additional Terms and Conditions:

    • This offer was first available to students on May 8, 2024, with modifications to eligible programs on August 7, 2024.
    • Service and maintenance of the laptop will not be provided by Rasmussen, Collegis or APEI IT.
    • Only one laptop will be provided per student. If the laptop is damaged, lost or stolen, a replacement will not be provided.
      • Students who have previously received a laptop through this promotion and are re-entering will not be eligible for this offer a second time.
    • Students must complete a minimum of three quarters of enrollment or return the laptop to the campus where you enrolled. Students have two weeks from the date of withdrawal to return the laptop.
    • Grants and offers are non-transferable, and no substitution or cash equivalent/refund is allowed. The cost of the laptop will be included in the financial aid packaging as other financial assistance.
    • Programs with tuition rates at or lower than $258 per credit for full time rates and $334 per credit for part time rates are not eligible for any grants, offers or scholarships offered by the University with the following exceptions.
      • Students who start the Healthcare Certificate, Medical Assisting Diploma, or Healthcare/Health Science Associate’s with a Medical Assisting Specialization programs on or after May 8, 2024, may be eligible for institutional grants or offers regardless of program or course tuition rate provided they meet all other applicable terms and conditions for the grants.
    • Qualified students may combine this offer with other grants and scholarships offered by Rasmussen University, with the exception of the Professional Achievement Grant.
    • Employees of APEI and APEI Educational Units, including Rasmussen College, LLC and their family members are not eligible to participate.
    • Tuition for MBA, MHRM, and MHA programs is $205 per credit.
    • Tuition for MPH is $205 per credit.
    • Tuition for MSN program is $260 per credit; excludes MSN Nurse Practitioner specializations.
    • Students in all programs must maintain continuous enrollment to remain eligible for the tuition pricing of $205/$260 per credit.
    • A student who withdraws and re-enrolls will be required to pay the tuition price offered at the time of their re-enrollment.
    • Students who receive the tuition price of $205 per credit cannot use any additional discounts, grants and/or scholarships.
    • MSN students who receive the tuition price of $260 per credit may be eligible to use additional discounts, grants and/or scholarships.
    • If a student needs to retake one or more courses in the degree program, the total cost of the program will exceed $15,000.
    • MBA, MHRM & MHA Program cost breakdown: $9,840 in tuition + $2,460 in fees = $12,300 in program cost.
    • MSN (excluding Nurse Practitioner specializations) Program cost breakdown: $12,480 in tuition + $2,460 in fees = $14,940 in program cost.
    • MPH Program cost breakdown: $11,480 in tuition + $2,870 in fees = $14,350 in program cost.
    • Program availability varies by campus and state; please see the Rasmussen University Catalog for details.