This program is for the Licensed Practical Nurses who desire to become a professional Registered Nurse and obtain an Associate of cience degree in Nursing, through the weekend program. Following successful completion of prerequisites and the appropriate Excelsior College Examinations, students are eligible for admission. The articulation program is designed to facilitate the transition to the professional Registered Nurse role. Upon graduation, students receive an Associate in Science Degree in Nursing and are eligible to take the national licensing exam (NCLEX).
The nursing programs are a Limited Access Programs. A selective admissions process with specific selection criteria is utilized in order to select the most qualified applicants. The strength of the applicant pool varies from year to year, with the best qualified applicants receiving first consideration. It is the applicant's responsibility to inquire about these specific admission and selection criteria and to ensure that all required documents are received on campus prior to the deadlines; please check with your advisor regarding deadline dates. Admission to the nursing programs are not guaranteed. Please review the application process and speak to our nursing advisors with any additional questions regarding selection.