Nursing Program in Denver, Colorado
You know that nursing isn’t just a career; it’s a calling. Denver College of Nursing (DCN) prepares you to fulfill your calling with quick, entry-level nursing programs — designed to prepare future RNs for licensure in as little as two years.
Conveniently located in downtown Denver, DCN’s flagship campus offers two prelicensure nursing programs: the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). DCN is uniquely qualified to provide students with the rigorous nursing education they need to launch their careers as nursing professionals.
Our comprehensive courses, taught by dedicated and experienced nursing faculty, provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to enter and then excel in nursing. Regardless of your choice of program, we can assure you that every single student you meet at Denver College of Nursing will share your passion and your goal — to become the very best nurse possible.
Why should you choose Denver College of Nursing?
DCN offers four start dates per year for our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and our Associate Degree in Nursing program. Our NCLEX pass rates are consistently above the national average for these programs. We have thousands of Graduates working worldwide and there are opportunities for international clinical via DCN Global Health Perspectives. For the working Nurse seeking continuing education, we offer 100% online RN to BSN and Masters of Science in Nursing. All of DCN’s programs are programmatically and regionally accredited.
The passion of our students is shared by the passion of our faculty, which is evident in everything they do, from mentoring students and classroom instruction, to overseeing our student favorite, High Tech Simulation labs and directing clinical experiences. Their collective goal is to nurture our students as they help them to acquire the knowledge and skills they need to succeed as nurses and make a positive difference in their patients’ lives.
Learn more about how you can get started on your journey to complete your nursing education at the Denver College of Nursing by exploring our comprehensive website or requesting more information
Nursing Programs
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Associate Degree in Nursing
Designed to be completed in as little as 18 months (pending prerequisites), the ADN program offers aspiring nurses an accelerated path of entry into the field. ADN graduates are prepared with the strong foundation of knowledge and skills needed to take and pass the NCLEX and enter the workforce.
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Bachelor of Science In Nursing
The BSN program is delivered over seven quarters of study that can be completed in as little as 21 months (pending prerequisites), allowing you to earn your BSN degree swiftly, get prepared to take and pass the NCLEX, and enter the workforce as a professional nurse.
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Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Designed for active registered nurses, the online RN to BSN program teaches the advanced skills and competencies necessary to elevate your nursing practice. The RN to BSN can be completed in as little as 15 months, with just two to three asynchronous classes required per quarter.
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Master of Science in Nursing
Open to applicants with an unencumbered nursing license and at least one year of RN experience, the online MSN program teaches advanced concepts in health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology for those ready to advance as nurse leaders and educators. The MSN is delivered over six quarters and can be completed in as little as 15 to 18 months.