An applicant who has completed a Practical Nursing Program may be eligible for advanced placement in the Associate Degree Nursing Program. The qualified applicant must meet admission criteria and successfully complete the following:

1. The NCLEX-PN
2. The Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam (ACE) I PN-RN
3. An examination validating clinical nursing skills
4. All prerequisite coursework
5. Verification of current licensure
6. All cognate and prerequisite courses

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) receives seven trimester hours of credit in nursing and is exempt from taking NRSG 110 and 111. The LPN will transfer into the second trimester of the first year after successfully challenging the skills presented within the first trimester courses. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to request that the student attend selected classes within NRSG 110 and 111 courses (see Fee Schedule in Financial Information section for fees).