Why Choose Our Nursing Program in Sarasota?
Our nursing campus in Sarasota, Florida offers more than just a BSN degree — it’s a vibrant and uplifting community dedicated to preparing the next generation of nursing professionals.
With quality education at the forefront, every resource at our Sarasota campus is designed to foster the growth of aspiring nurses into compassionate caregivers and leaders in the nursing field.
A Nursing Community to Support You
When you join our Sarasota campus, you’ll grow with a passionate community of current and aspiring nursing professionals. You’ll have a chance to make new friends and meet future colleagues on the same pathway to becoming registered nurses.
Our nursing core faculty are nurses themselves and understand what it takes to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree and succeed in a nursing career. They’ll work with you to provide individualized support, share their experience as healthcare providers, and connect you with resources like study groups and peer mentoring.
100% Focused on Nursing Education
At Arizona College of Nursing, all we do is nursing education. Our entire focus is on building the most effective BSN program we can and preparing you for a career as a registered nurse (RN).
Every instructor and staff member understands your goal and can give you helpful guidance along the way. Our curriculum was designed by experienced nurses committed to preparing the next generation of nursing leaders – could you be one of them?
Personalized Attention in the Classroom
Our Sarasota BSN program limits class sizes for the nursing core program to ensure you receive personalized attention and feedback from our dedicated faculty and staff. You deserve the time and attention needed to learn nursing science concepts, practice your skills, get helpful guidance, and set yourself up for a successful nursing career.
Class Sessions Begin 6 Times Per Year
In our nursing program, new general education sessions begin about every eight weeks, six times per year. You’re never restricted to starting school in just Fall or Spring. Our nursing students have the chance to start the BSN program when the timing is right for them.
View and download upcoming start dates for new students on our Academic Calendar page.
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Convenient Location in the Sarasota Area
Located close to the I-75 & University Parkway interchange, our Sarasota campus is accessible for students throughout the Sarasota metro area, including cities like Bradenton.
As a nursing students, we know you’re busy. That might mean eating lunch or dinner before your next nursing school class, or taking a quick coffee/snack break. Luckily, you’ll find several places to eat less than a 5-minute drive from the Sarasota campus:
Starbucks, Chili’s, Wendy’s, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, and more. The campus is also just minutes away from the Shoppes at University Town Center Mall, offering many dining options.
Centrally located near Sarasota, our nursing program’s college campus is just off I-75 and a short drive from Bradenton, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch communities.
Student Involvement Opportunities
Our Social Scrubs Squad is an exciting opportunity for passionate students to contribute to the Arizona College of Nursing – Sarasota community. The mission of this program is to gather and showcase authentic content from our students’ nursing journeys on social media platforms. We aim to empower student leaders who will share their stories with prospective nursing students, their families, and the wider community.
The students of our school have some incredible stories, and we’re honored to highlight them. To learn more about the program, reach out to our admissions team.
Nursing Programs and Your Collegiate Nursing Education
Nursing concepts and terms can sometimes be confusing. With so many types of degrees, job titles, and career specialties, it can be hard to know which path to take in your career.
There are many roles you could pursue at some point in your nursing journey – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), and more. Finding the right nursing program is a key part of the journey toward your desired career.
As you consider nursing schools, our dedicated admissions representatives are ready to answer your questions about nursing education options, admission requirements, transfer credits, and financial aid.
Connect With AdmissionsA Nursing Program Near Me in Sarasota, FL
A nursing program for the entire Sarasota area, centrally located in University Park near Bradenton and Venice.
Directions From the Bradenton Area to Arizona College of Nursing – Sarasota
The distance from Arizona College of Nursing – Sarasota to the Bradenton area in Florida is about 15 miles or 30 minutes of driving time.
- If you start from near the De Soto National Memorial, get on Desoto Memorial Highway heading south through Palma Sola as it becomes 75th Street Northwest.
- Continue south until you hit Manatee Avenue West (Highway 64) and take a left to travel east across Bradenton until you keep right to merge onto Interstate 75 South toward Naples.
- Travel south on Interstate 75 South for about 19 miles and then use the two right-most lanes to take Exit 213 onto University Parkway toward Sarasota.
- Keep right on University Parkway and take the right-most lane to follow the sign to Cooper Creek Boulevard.
- Continue on Cooper Creek Boulevard straight through the first traffic circle and continue north until the second traffic circle where you will take a right onto Pendery Place.
- Arizona College of Nursing – Sarasota is located inside the Offices at University Town Center building on your right.
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Evaluating nursing programs doesn’t have to be difficult. Our dedicated admission staff can help you understand how the Arizona College of Nursing BSN program fits into your lifestyle and career goals. You can also find helpful information on our website about financial aid, campus locations, NCLEX exam prep, scholarships, and transfer credits.
Contact UsArizona College is an accredited institution and all of its campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized national accrediting agency. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacnnursing.org).