Why Choose Our Nursing School In Virginia?
- Complete a BSN in 3 years or less with eligible transfer credits
- Convenient evening classes for general education coursework
- Preparation for the NCLEX-RN exam from day one
- Our BSN Program is CCNE-Accredited1
Your Nursing Dream Can Start Now
Embark on your path to a rewarding nursing career with our nursing school in Chesapeake, Virginia. As an accredited nursing college in VA, we blend classroom instruction and hands-on training to prepare you for a nursing career in just 3 years.
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Speed Up Your BSN with Eligible Transfer Credits
Gain Hands-On Experience in Our Nursing Skills Lab
NCLEX Exam Preparation Begins on Day 1
Nursing School Curriculum
From the first day, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is designed to prepare you for a thriving career as a registered nurse (RN). Our curriculum merges classroom teaching, hands-on labs, real-world clinical experience, and comprehensive NCLEX exam prep to set you up for a successful nursing career.
Sample Classes from Our 3-Year BSN Program 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 Preparation)
Maximizing Transfer Credits in Your BSN
At Arizona College of Nursing, we understand that you want to leverage your previous education experience on your journey to a nursing career. Students can progress through our nursing school in 3 years or less with qualifying transfer credits, if the courses apply to the program of study. Our academic advisors will work closely with you to review transcripts and transfer as many credits as possible.
Real-World Nursing Training with Our Chesapeake, VA Clinical Partnerships
In the final year of nursing school, students participate in clinical rotations at healthcare settings throughout Virginia. Working directly with patients and healthcare professionals is crucial to learning nursing skills. It’s why we prioritize this experience for our students by partnering with local healthcare providers, giving you opportunities for hands-on clinical practice.
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Our 3-year program in Chesapeake, Virginia is designed to equip you with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Backed by a CCNE-accredited curriculum and real-life simulations, we help you confidently prepare for a nursing role. Our dedicated Career Services team is always there to support you, from interview coaching to job search assistance. Let us be your partner in your fulfilling journey to a nursing career.
Guided Hands-On Nursing Skills Lab
Career Support for Nursing Students
Comprehensive 3-Year BSN Program Curriculum
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NCLEX Exam Prep at the Chesapeake Campus
Our accredited nursing school in Chesapeake is designed to start preparing you for the NCLEX exam on Day 1. Instructors introduce students to NCLEX-style questions and clinical judgement throughout our curriculum to get them comfortable. Here’s just a few of the ways we prepare you for NCLEX:
- A class dedicated entirely to preparing for the NCLEX 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 pass rate of 89.74%* across all campuses. As a new campus, Chesapeake does not yet have NCLEX outcomes available specific to this location.
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Finally, A Nursing School Near Me in Chesapeake, VA
Our nursing school’s Virginia campus serves the entire Chesapeake region including the Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Hampton areas.
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Additional hours available upon request.
Discover Our Chesapeake, Virginia Nursing School
Here at our Chesapeake campus, we’re a close-knit community with tons of social events like Welcome Week, Dinner with the Dean, and ice cream socials. We celebrate together too, with a transition ceremony as students move from general education to core classes.
We know you’re busy. That might mean grabbing lunch or dinner before class or just taking a snack break. Our campus café offers a variety of vending options including beverages, snacks, and fresh, ready-to-eat items. Within a few blocks, you’ll find Pale Horse Coffee, Starbucks, the Look Up Dessert Cafe.
Stop by to learn more about our 3-year BSN program degree, which prepares you to take on a wider range of responsibilities than an ADN, CNA, LVN or LPN nursing program.
Visit our Chesapeake Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages for more information on our nursing school in Virginia.
Approved by the Virginia State Board of Nursing
Scholarships for Our Nursing Students in Chesapeake, Virginia
As you consider 3-year BSN programs in Chesapeake, 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 Virginia nursing scholarships and to determine eligibility
- Futures Scholarship
- Advancement Scholarship
- Working Parent Scholarship
- Achievement Scholarship
- Opportunity Scholarship
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FAQs — Accredited BSN Program in Chesapeake, Virginia
Browse below and click on the following link to view the most frequently asked questions at our Chesapeake nursing school.To find a nursing school near you, visit our Campus Locations page.
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).
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Arizona College of Nursing – Chesapeake 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).
It is important to understand the differences between a LPN Program and a BSN Program in Virginia. These factors can impact your nursing career path and your educational roadmap. Our 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.
It is important to understand the differences between a LPN Program and a BSN Program in Virginia. These factors can impact your nursing career path and your educational roadmap. Our 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.
The Virginia Board requires RNs to have a high school education or GED and a degree or diploma from a state-approved professional nursing program and pass the NCLEX Exam. Source
Registered Nurses in Virginia have a median salary of $79,700 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 Virginia range from a low rate of $61,970 per year, to the highest-paid Nurses earning as much as $104,410 per year.
Updated 09/2023. Source: https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/29-1141.00?st=VA
If you fail your first attempt at the NCLEX Exam, you may retake it after 45 days from your original test date. You may retest up to 8 times per year.
Our BSN curriculum covers important topics like clinical-thinking, community health, critical care, gerontology, leadership, surgical care, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric care. In 2022, our students had a 84.89% NCLEX-RN Exam Pass Rate across all campuses*, higher than the National NCLEX pass rate of 82.32%. We believe this success is due to our focus on practical training and NCLEX prep, starting from day one of our program. (855) 706-8382 | info@arizonacollege.edu
Arizona College of Nursing – Chesapeake
(855) 706-8382 info@arizonacollege.edu
545 Belaire Ave Chesapeake, VA 23320
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 national accrediting agency.