Why Choose Our Nursing Program in Florida?
Our nursing program in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne campus is designed to foster the growth of aspiring nurses into compassionate caregivers and leaders in the nursing field.
Join a Growing Community of Nursing Students
Learn and grow with a passionate community of current and aspiring nurses. During your nursing education experience, you’ll have a chance to make new friends and potential future colleagues, all preparing to become registered nurses.
Our nursing core faculty are registered nurses themselves. They understand what it takes to earn a BSN degree and start a career in the nursing practice. They’re healthcare professionals here to provide you with individualized support, share their career experience, give you practical guidance, and connect you with helpful resources like study groups and peer mentoring.
100% Focused on Nursing Education
Our college offers a single degree program — a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). It means every member of our faculty and staff understands your goal of becoming a registered nurse (RN) and can offer you practical guidance every step of the way.
Our entire focus is building the most effective BSN program we can and helping prepare students for a fulfilling career as professional skilled nurses. Our BSN curriculum was designed by experienced nurses and healthcare professionals committed to preparing the next generation of nursing leaders – could you be one of them?
Personalized Attention in the Classroom
Our Melbourne nursing program intentionally limits class sizes to ensure you receive a more personalized nursing education and feedback from our dedicated faculty providing a unique nursing education experience. You deserve the time and attention needed to learn nursing science concepts, practice nursing skills, and set yourself up for a thriving nursing career.
Class Sessions Begin 6 Times Per Year
In our nursing program, new general education sessions begin about every eight weeks, and new nursing major cohorts start three times per year. With multiple session starts throughout the year, you’re not restricted to starting school in just Fall or Spring. You have the chance to start the BSN program when the timing is right for you.
To learn more about Arizona College of Nursing in Melbourne, FL or schedule a campus tour, click below.
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Learn from knowledgeable leaders at our nursing college campus in Melbourne who have years of experience putting their skills to use in the medical field.
Leanne Dragone DNP, APRN
Campus President and DON
Leanne Dragone DNP, APRN
Campus President and DON
Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Carlow University
Masters of Science in Nursing, UNC at Greensboro
Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Waynesburg University
Prior to joining Arizona College, Leanne has been a nurse for over thirty years, including 24 years as a Nurse Practitioner with a primary focus on adult/geriatric population. Recently, she has served in corporate healthcare leadership roles, building her experience with establishing new locations and operations. Additionally, Leanne has over 16 years of experience as an adjunct nursing instructor.
In Leanne’s free time, she enjoys exercising, cooking, and spending time with her husband and family. She and her husband have three children between them along with three grandchildren.
Convenient Location in Melbourne, Florida
With a convenient location in downtown Melbourne near the intersection of W. NASA Blvd and MLK Blvd, our nursing program in Florida offers easy access for students in the area including Palm Bay, Malabar, Rockledge, and Grant-Valkaria. Our campus provides a welcoming environment for students looking for a nursing degree in a vibrant city.
There are many spots to eat within a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive from the Arizona College of Nursing — Melbourne campus. A 2-minute walk will take you around the corner to Rustic Restaurant & Bar. If you’re seeking to go off-campus, the following are an easy stroll away: Flying Burro, Starbucks, El Indio Restaurant, Jersey Mike’s Subs, and Sabai Thai Restaurant
Our campus amenities include break areas and classrooms. Designed for comfort and functionality, our break areas offer spaces for relaxation and socializing between classes.
Conveniently situated near Downtown Melbourne, our Melbourne campus provides easy access for students across the Melbourne Metro area including Palm Bay, Malabar, Rockledge, and Grant-Valkaria.
If you’re taking a 321 Transit city bus to our nursing college, the Martin Luther King Blvd / Rialto Pl stop, served by routes 24 and 30, is conveniently located directly in front of the school.
Nursing Student Involvement Opportunities
Our Social Scrubs Squad is an exciting opportunity for passionate students to contribute to the Arizona College of Nursing – Melbourne community. The mission of this program is to gather and showcase authentic content from our students’ nursing journeys and experiences on social media platforms. We aim to empower student leaders who will share their stories with prospective students, their families, and the wider community.
Nursing Programs and Your Degree in Nursing
The mission of the Arizona College of Nursing BSN degree program is to prepare professional nurses who are competent in delivering evidence-based patient and community-centered care as members and leaders of an interprofessional healthcare team with an emphasis on quality improvement that drives desired patient, systems, and population outcomes.
From day one, our nursing program is built to prepare you for a thriving career as a licensed nurse with a BSN degree in nursing. You’ll apply concepts from foundational courses to real-world scenarios, all while developing the professionalism and soft skills demanded of today’s employers.
Our dedicated admissions representatives are ready to answer your questions about our application process, admission requirements, transfer credits, and financial aid.
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Finally, a Florida Nursing Program Near Me!
We strive to be one of the best nursing programs in Florida, helping students achieve their nursing career dreams. Our nursing degree program proudly serves the entire Melbourne area, including Palm Bay, Sebastian, and Titusville. Our college campus is conveniently located about 10 minutes from downtown Melbourne.
Directions from Your Area
Select your area below to view step-by-step directions and a helpful map to our Melbourne Florida campus, including landmarks to guide your way. We want your path to our BSN program to be smooth—starting with the drive.
Directions from Downtown Melbourne, FL to Arizona College of Nursing – Melbourne
The driving distance from Downtown Melbourne, FL to Arizona College of Nursing – Melbourne is about 2 miles and takes approximately 8 minutes.
- Begin your journey in Downtown Melbourne, near Holmes Park, and take East New Haven Avenue to turn right onto Waverly Place.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto East Strawbridge Avenue and continue onto East Haven Avenue.
- Turn right onto South Babcock Street and continue for about a mile.
- Turn left onto Rialto Place and continue straight to stay on Rialto Place, then make a sharp right.
- Arizona College of Nursing – Melbourne is located at 100 Rialto Place, Suite 100 on your left.
A College That Understands Your Nursing Goals
At Arizona College of Nursing, we have a single focus — a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. It means every member of our faculty and staff understands your goal of becoming a BSN-prepared nurse and every resource is designed to support students with this specific goal.
Our BSN program does not require prerequisite coursework, so whether you are just getting started on your educational journey to becoming a nurse or have transfer credits, there’s a potential pathway to your goal at Arizona College of Nursing.
We understand that students who pursue a BSN degree sometimes have prior nursing skills or credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or associate degree nursing program-prepared Registered Nurse (RN) or prior education in non-nursing-related fields. If you do have prior general educational credits, you may be able to transfer those credits. Transferring credits can get you on track to complete your program, and graduate in less time and at a lower cost.
Have Questions About Our Melbourne, Florida Campus?
Evaluating nursing programs doesn’t have to be difficult. Our dedicated admissions team can help you understand how our bachelor of science in nursing program fits into your lifestyle and career goals.
Looking for more information about our 3-year nursing program? Our website includes additional details on financial aid, campus locations, NCLEX exam prep, scholarships, and transfer credits.
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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 Melbourne 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.
