Why Our Aurora Nursing School in Colorado Is Right For You
- Earn your BSN in three years or less with qualified transfer credits!
- Evening classes for general education courses
- CCNE-Accredited BSN Program1
- Join a community of 6,500+ nursing students
Your Nursing Education Dream Can Start Now
If you’ve been searching for a nursing school near me, our campus offers a welcoming community close to home. Our practical nursing program in Aurora, CO is designed with one goal: to prepare you for a future career in the health sciences as a registered nurse (RN). We strive for academic excellence through classroom teaching, educational programs, hands-on simulations, and training in real-world healthcare environments to give you the nursing skills you need.
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Graduate in Less Time With Eligible Transfer Credits
Get Hands-On Experience in Guided Labs
NCLEX-RN Exam Preparation From Day One
Nursing School Curriculum
From day one, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is built to prepare you for a thriving career as a registered nurse (RN). Our curriculum combines classroom teaching, hands-on labs, real-world clinical experience, and extensive NCLEX-RN exam prep to get you ready for a successful nursing career.
Sample Classes in Our BSN Curriculum
- Fundamentals of Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Anatomy/Physiology I
- College Mathematics
- First Year Composition (Writing) I
- Human Pathophysiology
- Human Nutrition
- Critical Thinking in Clinical Decision-Making
- Pharmacology I
- Evidence-Based Practice I
- Community Health Nursing + Practicum
- Maternal Health Theory and Application + Practicum
- Transition to the Nursing Profession
- Professional Seminar (NCLEX-RN Preparation)
How Transfer Credits Work
At Arizona College of Nursing (AZCN), we understand that you want to get the most out of your previous education experience on your journey through nursing school. Students can progress through our BSN program of study in three years or less with qualifying gen ed transfer credits. Our academic advisors will work closely with you to review transcripts and transfer as many credits as possible.
Clinical Partnerships At Our Nursing School in Colorado
In the final year of the program, students spend most of their time in clinical rotations, training in real-world healthcare environments. Hands-on experience with patients and medical professionals is one of the most powerful ways to learn. We make it a priority for our students. We’ve partnered with healthcare providers in Colorado to provide students with opportunities for clinical experience and nursing research by working with nurse leaders.
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Get In TouchOur Colorado Campus is a Career-Focused Nursing School
At our nursing school in Colorado, we work hard to equip students with the nursing skills & hands-on experience they need to succeed in their chosen field.
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BSN Curriculum
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Complete NCLEX-RN Exam Prep
Our nursing college in Aurora, Colorado is designed to start preparing you for the NCLEX-RN exam on day one. Instructors introduce students to NCLEX-RN-style questions and clinical judgment throughout our curriculum to get them comfortable. To learn more about testing format and study strategies, read our blog post Mastering the NCLEX: A Comprehensive Guide to Preparation.
Here are just a few of the ways we prepare you for NCLEX-RN:
- A class dedicated entirely to preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.
- Virtual practice exams customized for each student
- Exam strategies & tips from instructors
- Customized assignments & study plans
With NCLEX-RN exam prep built into our curriculum, your success is our priority. In 2023 Arizona College of Nursing had an average NCLEX-RN pass rate of 89.74%* across all campuses. As a new campus, Aurora does not yet have NCLEX-RN outcomes available specific to this location.
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Finally, a Nursing School Near Me in Aurora!
We strive to be one of the best nursing schools in Colorado, helping students achieve their nursing career dreams. Our accredited nursing program in Colorado services the entire Denver metro area including Arvada, Westminster, Lakewood, and Centennial.
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Additional hours available upon request.
Our Nursing Program in Aurora
At Arizona College of Nursing, we know nursing students. You dream of becoming a nurse, but your life is already extremely busy, so you ask yourself how you can make it happen.
We have tailored our courses to match your busy life. During the first four semesters of general education classes, they are held in the evenings and each course is completed in just eight weeks. New sessions start six times per year, so you are not restricted to starting school in just Fall or Spring. Start when the timing is right for you.
Our nursing college is conveniently located in Aurora, Colorado. We’re just 20 minutes from Denver, 35 minutes from Lakewood, and 20 minutes from Centennial.
Stop by our nursing school to learn more about our three-year BSN degree program. Visit our Aurora Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages for more information on our nursing program and student life in the Denver metro area.
Interim Approval by the Colorado State Board of Nursing
Nursing School Scholarship Opportunities in Aurora
As you consider nursing programs in Colorado, we know that the cost of the program is an important factor in your decision. Students can receive up to $5,000 in scholarship support.
Click the button below to learn more about our nursing scholarships in Colorado and to determine eligibility:
- Futures Scholarship
- Advancement Scholarship
- Working Parent Scholarship
- Achievement Scholarship
- Opportunity Scholarship
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FAQ at our Aurora Campus
Browse below to learn about nursing concepts or click on the following link to view the most frequently asked questions at our Aurora nursing school. To find a nursing school near you, visit our Campus Locations page.
The BSN at Arizona College of Nursing – Aurora is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). All Arizona College of Nursing campuses are also institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
As you consider BSN programs, it is important to understand the differences between a licensed practical nurse (LPN) Program and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program in Aurora. These factors can impact your nursing career path and your educational roadmap. Our Aurora campus leaders and experienced professionals are here to help you every step of your journey. To learn more read our blog article detailing the differences between an LPN Program and BSN Program.
Registered Nurses in Colorado have a median salary of $86,900 per year.
As you will be newly entering the workforce, it’s important to know that you will likely not start at the median rate but would likely increase your earnings with experience.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that Registered Nurses in Colorado range from a low rate of $70,790 per year, to the highest-paid Nurses earning as much as $112,800 per year.
Updated 06/2024. Source: https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/29-1141.00?st=CO
In the state of Colorado, the board of nursing allows candidates a maximum of three examination attempts. Attempts made in other U.S. states count toward the total.
Source: https://www.nursinglicensure.org/state/nursing-license-colorado/
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is an undergraduate college degree designed to equip students with the training and studies needed for a successful career in nursing. The BSN curriculum includes both general education and advanced nursing studies. To increase your chances of finding a position in your state and city of choice, you should consider earning a bachelor’s in nursing science (BSN).
Our BSN curriculum covers important topics like clinical-thinking, community health, critical care, gerontology, leadership, surgical care, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric care.
In 2023 Arizona College of Nursing had an average NCLEX-RN pass rate of 89.74%* across all campuses. We believe this success is due to our focus on practical training and NCLEX-RN prep, starting from day one of our program. As a new campus, Aurora does not yet have NCLEX-RN outcomes available specific to this location.
Arizona College of Nursing – Aurora
(720) 343-4630 info@arizonacollege.edu
3131 South Vaughn Way, Suite 525 Aurora, CO 80014
Accreditations
1 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).
2 All Arizona College of Nursing and Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency.