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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 Program
  • Institutionally accredited by ABHES
CCNE Accredited BSN Program
The Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation). Official accreditation notification to CCNE for Aurora is submitted prior to first Semester 5 class start.
ABHES Accredited Nursing School
All Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency (https://www.abhes.org/).
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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

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NCLEX-RN Exam Preparation From Day One

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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

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.

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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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Our 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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Guided Hands-On Simulations

Simulation labs provide a safe space for you to practice skills, problem-solve, and take risks. Our Sim Labs are equipped with life-like mannequins, as “patients” that can breathe and bleed. Your instructors will guide you through basic and complex nursing scenarios, giving you time to practice the medical skills you would use as a nurse.

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Nursing Career Services and Resources

At AZCN, we know your ultimate goal is to work as a registered nurse. In the final year of nursing school, our instructors work with each student on crafting their resume, preparing for interviews, and providing job-searching tips. Through our network of healthcare partners, we can sometimes connect students with potential job opportunities.

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BSN Curriculum

Our CCNE-accredited nursing degree program combines classroom and hands-on learning. You’ll apply concepts from your foundational courses to real-world scenarios, all while you are developing the professionalism and soft skills demanded of today’s healthcare employers.

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Accredited Nursing School

The Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org). Official accreditation notification to CCNE for Aurora is submitted prior to first Semester 5 class start. All Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency.

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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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Hear From Nursing Students In Our School

Arizona College prepared me so well for my NCLEX and what to expect in the field. I really enjoyed my clinical rotations and had some great professors.

Holly LaValley, BSN Program Class of 2022

The teachers and administration of Arizona College really do care about us. In my first month, the Dean had a 1-on-1 meeting with me to see how I was feeling. I don’t think I could find that level of support anywhere else.

Isabella Berry, BSN Program Class of 2022

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.

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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.

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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.

Arizona College of Nursing – Aurora
(720) 343-4630 info@arizonacollege.edu
3131 South Vaughn Way, Suite 525 Aurora, CO 80014

Accreditations

CCNE Accredited BSN Program

The Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org). Official accreditation notification to CCNE for Aurora is submitted prior to first Semester 5 class start.

ABHES Accredited Nursing School

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.