Why Our Connecticut Nursing School
in Hartford is Right for You
- No waitlist to start at our Hartford nursing campus
- 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
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Our nursing program in Hartford, CT 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, hands-on simulations, and practical nursing 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 Connecticut
In the final year of our nursing practice 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 Connecticut to provide students with opportunities for clinical experience and nursing research by working with nurse leaders.
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Get In TouchOur Connecticut Campus is a Career-Focused Nursing School
Our campus stands out among nursing schools in Connecticut, offering a comprehensive program for aspiring nurses. 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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Nursing Career Services and Resources
BSN Curriculum
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Complete NCLEX-RN Exam Prep
Our nursing school in Hartford, Connecticut 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’s 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, Hartford does not yet have NCLEX-RN outcomes available specific to this location.
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Finally, a Nursing School Near Me in Hartford, CT!
We strive to be one of the best nursing schools in Connecticut, helping students achieve their nursing career dreams. Our nursing school’s Connecticut campus serves the entire Hartford area including East Hartford, Bristol, Manchester, West Hartford, New Britain, and Middletown.
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 Hartford
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.
As an accredited nursing program, 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 earning your bachelor’s degree when the timing is right for you.
Our nursing campus is located in Hartford, Connecticut — near Interstate 84 and 10 minutes from Hartford Hospital. We’re roughly 15 minutes from New Britain, 15 minutes from West Hartford, and 26 minutes from Bristol.
When considering colleges in Hartford, stop by our nursing school to learn more about our three-year BSN degree program. Visit our Hartford Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages for more information on our nursing program and student life in the Hartford area.
Initial approval from the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing
Learn How Our Hartford Nursing School Faculty and Leadership Bring Practice to the Classroom
Our faculty and leadership at the Hartford campus have real-world nursing experience and want to help equip you for a successful career. With support services, mentorship, and hands-on guidance in in-person labs and simulations, we combine classroom teaching with advanced nursing practice scenarios.
Meet Our Hartford Nursing School Campus Leadership
What inspired you to pursue a career in nursing education?
“While I was in high school, I started working in a local hospital as a unit clerk. Engaging with the interprofessional health team, and most closely with nurses, my call to care began. Providing kind, compassionate, and high-quality care, they masterfully balanced the art and science of nursing. I persevered through my first degree in psychology and then entered my master’s entry program in nursing at San Francisco State University. I started working in oncology and absolutely loved the special relationships that were formed with patients, nurses, and the entire team. It was a special journey that ignited my desire to make a difference in nursing.”
What makes Arizona College of Nursing different from other nursing schools in Connecticut?
“At Arizona College of Nursing – Hartford, we have an incredibly rich and diverse group of students, faculty, and staff. Since opening our campus, we have purposefully engaged in establishing a culture of thriving where everyone feels a sense of belonging and part of the campus community. We are individually and collectively unique and through our culture of caring we create a campus environment where we listen to, and embrace, each other’s stories, and where individual and collective voices are heard and elevated.”
What support resources are available to nursing school students at the Hartford campus?
“Our Academic Support Coordinator and Student Achievement Coach provide high quality tutoring, career counseling, psychosocial support, and other resources critically necessary for student success. Our Learning Resource Center provides learning spaces for students to engage in dialogue with faculty and staff, receive tutoring support, and where they can learn course material through facilitated learning sessions.”
Nursing School Scholarship Opportunities in Hartford
As you consider nursing programs in Connecticut, we know that the cost of the program is an important factor in your decision. Students near Hartford can receive up to $5,000 in scholarship support.
Click the button below to learn more about our nursing scholarships in Connecticut and to determine eligibility
- Futures Scholarship
- Advancement Scholarship
- Working Parent Scholarship
- Achievement Scholarship
- Opportunity Scholarship
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FAQ at Our Hartford Campus
Browse below to learn about nursing concepts or click on the following link to view the most frequently asked questions at our Hartford nursing school. To find a nursing school near you, visit our Campus Locations page.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Arizona College of Nursing – Hartford is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org). All Arizona College of Nursing campuses are also institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Understanding the differences between a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) school and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) school is crucial to planning your nursing career path. This because the education requirements between RNs and LPNs vary significantly. An LPN program typically takes about one to two years to complete. It is intended to prepare students for entry-level nursing roles to perform basic nursing care under the supervision of registered nurse (RNs) and physicians.
Registered Nurses in Connecticut have a median nursing salary of $100,620 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 Connecticut range from a low rate of $78,370, per year, to the highest-paid Nurses earning as much as $127,150 per year for their nursing salary.
Updated 06/2024: Source
There is no limit to how many times you can retake the NCLEX-RN in Connecticut, but all applicable exam fees are required each time, and you must wait 45 days from the date of exam administration to retake the NCLEX-RN. After that, you may schedule another exam attempt; however, before this, the candidate must first obtain a new Authorization to Test (ATT) from the Connecticut Board of Nursing. Once the ATT is provided, the candidate may begin the process of rescheduling the NCLEX-RN. Updated June 2023: Source
You can read more about our admissions requirements here. For detailed information about the nursing prerequisites for our BSN program in Connecticut, please contact our admissions office. They can provide you with the specific details and answer any questions you may have about our application process.
A nursing assistant provides basic patient care and support, such as helping with daily activities and monitoring vital signs, under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). An RN, on the other hand, typically has more advanced training and responsibilities, including developing and implementing patient care plans, administering medications, and performing complex medical procedures. RNs also oversee and coordinate care provided by nursing assistants and other healthcare staff.
Earning a BSN degree can open doors to more advanced roles and opportunities in the nursing field as an RN. Our BSN program in Hartford is designed to provide the comprehensive education and clinical experience to help advance your career.
Arizona College of Nursing – Hartford
(860) 426-6801 info@arizonacollege.edu
99 East River Dr Suite 901, East Hartford, CT 06108
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.