SEE HOW OUR NURSING PROGRAMS DIFFER

COMPARE NURSING PROGRAMS

Pursue Your Bright Future in the Nursing Field

Once you have decided you want to pursue a rewarding career in the nursing field, choosing the right path and career education is the next step. The charts below compare the types of nursing programs we offer by state to help you make the right decision for your future.

Find Your Path in Nursing

VOCATIONAL NURSING CERTIFICATE

In as few as 12 months for a certificate

Available in Sacramento and San Jose
Candidates must:

  • Hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider card
  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment Combined score of 53%, score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic, and interview with the Dean of Nursing or designee
  • Pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and submit proof of immunizations
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$43,401

LVN TO ADN - ASSOCIATE DEGREE

In as few as 8 months foran LVN to ADN degree

Available in Sacramento
Candidates must:

  • Hold a current unencumbered LVN license and have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0
  • Hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider card
  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 58% and interview with the Dean of Nursing or designee
  • Pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and submit proof of immunizations
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

Have a minimum 3.0 GPA in the following prerequisite courses:

Human Anatomy with Lab* 
General Psychology 
English Writing and Composition 
Human Physiology with Lab* 
Psychology (Developmental/Lifespan) 
Speech (Interpersonal Communication) 
General Microbiology with Lab* 
Sociology (Cultural Diversity) 
Intermediate Algebra

*Science courses must have been completed within the previous seven years.

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$47,350

BACHELOR OR SCIENCE IN NURSING

In as few as 15 weeks for a BSN Degree. FULLY ONLINE PROGRAM Degree is conferred by The Sacramento campus

Online program - Degree is conferred by the Sacramento campus
Candidates must:

  • Have earned an Associate Degree in Nursing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the Associate Degree in Nursing posted transcript
  • Hold a current, unencumbered credential licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Own or have unrestricted access to a computer with reliable internet access
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$20,200

ASSOCIATE DEGREEE IN NURSING

In as few as 23 months years for an associate degree

Available in Mesa, Phoenix, and Tucson
Candidates must:

  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 58% and score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic
  • Attend an Associate Degree in Nursing information session
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of March 2024)

$63,436

BACHELOR OR SCIENCE IN NURSING

In as few as 15 weeks for a BSN Degree. FULLY ONLINE PROGRAM Degree is conferred by The Sacramento campus

Online program - Degree is conferred by the Sacramento campus
Candidates must:

  • Have earned an Associate Degree in Nursing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the Associate Degree in Nursing posted transcript
  • Hold a current, unencumbered credential licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Own or have unrestricted access to a computer with reliable internet access
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$20,200

ASSOCIATE DEGREEE IN NURSING

In as few as 23 months for an associate degree

Available in Las Vegas, and Reno
Candidates must:

  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 58% and score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic
  • Attend an Associate Degree in Nursing information session
  • Provide proof of immunizations and pass drug screening and background checks
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$63,431

BACHELOR OR SCIENCE IN NURSING

In as few as 15 weeks for a BSN Degree. FULLY ONLINE PROGRAM Degree is conferred by The Sacramento campus

Online program - Degree is conferred by the Sacramento campus
Candidates must:

  • Have earned an Associate Degree in Nursing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the Associate Degree in Nursing posted transcript
  • Hold a current, unencumbered credential licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Own or have unrestricted access to a computer with reliable internet access
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$20,200

ASSOCIATE DEGREEE IN NURSING

In as few as 23 months for an associate degree

Available in Albuquerque
Candidates must:

  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 58% and score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic
  • Attend an Associate Degree in Nursing information session
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of March 2024)

$63,426

BACHELOR OR SCIENCE IN NURSING

In as few as 15 weeks for a BSN Degree. FULLY ONLINE PROGRAM Degree is conferred by The Sacramento campus

Online program - Degree is conferred by the Sacramento campus
Candidates must:

  • Have earned an Associate Degree in Nursing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the Associate Degree in Nursing posted transcript
  • Hold a current, unencumbered credential licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Own or have unrestricted access to a computer with reliable internet access
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$20,200

PRACTICAL NURSING CERTIFICATE

In as few as 12 months for a certificate

Available in Albuquerque
Candidates must:

  • Hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider card
  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 53% and score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic
  • Pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and submit proof of immunizations
  • Be 18 years of age
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of March 2024)

$32,400

PRACTICAL NURSING CERTIFICATE

In as few as 12 months for a certificate

Available in Boise
Candidates must:

  • Hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider card
  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 53% and score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic
  • Pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and submit proof of immunizations
  • Be 18 years of age
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of March 2024)

$39,135

NURSING BRIDGE - ASSOCIATE DEGREE

In as few as 12 months for a Nursing Bridge degree

Available in Boise
Candidates must:

  • Have a current LPN license or a multistate compact LPN for the State of Idaho that is in good standing
  • Hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider card
  • Pass the ATI TEAS Admission Assessment with a combined score of 58%
  • Pass a background check (which includes an FBI fingerprint screen), drug screening, and submit proof of immunizations
  • Be at least 18 years of age
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of March 2024)

$32,052

BACHELOR OR SCIENCE IN NURSING

In as few as 15 weeks for a BSN Degree. FULLY ONLINE PROGRAM Degree is conferred by The Sacramento campus

Online program - Degree is conferred by the Sacramento campus
Candidates must:

  • Have earned an Associate Degree in Nursing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the Associate Degree in Nursing posted transcript
  • Hold a current, unencumbered credential licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Own or have unrestricted access to a computer with reliable internet access
Additional detailed admission requirements can be found in the academic catalog.

Prerequisite Courses

None

Total Program Cost

(as of June 2024)

$20,200

Nursing Programs

Whether you are pursuing your foundational education in nursing, or taking your expertise further, we offer the following certificate and degree programs to meet you where you are in your education and career.

Associate Degree in Nursing

Associate Degree in Nursing

Carrington College’s Associate Degree in Nursing program prepares future registered nurses to provide health care duties, including taking medical histories, recording vital signs and symptoms, performing diagnostic tests, drawing blood, and more.
LEARN MORE
LEARN MORE

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Carrington College’s BSN program prepares registered nurses to earn their bachelor’s degree fully online, at an accelerated pace.
LEARN MORE
LEARN MORE

Nursing Bridge or LVN to ADN

Nursing Bridge or LVN to ADN

Carrington College’s Nursing Bridge and LVN to ADN programs enable licensed vocational or licensed practical nurses (LVNs/LPNs) to advance their skills and knowledge to become registered nurses.
LEARN MORE
LEARN MORE

Practical Nursing

Practical Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are entry-level positions providing basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and doctors.
LEARN MORE
LEARN MORE

Vocational Nursing

Vocational Nursing

Carrington College’s Vocational Nursing program offers a quick path to becoming a nurse, as well as pursuing a licensed vocational nurse credential. *
LEARN MORE
LEARN MORE
Compare programs

Find Your Path in Nursing

Not sure which program is right for you?
Talk to an enrollment services representative about your options.
talk to us

Explore The School of Nursing

Student Life

The passion our students bring to their education is real. At Carrington College, we want to keep that passion going far beyond our learning experience.

LEARN MORE
All Nursing Programs

ALL NURSING PROGRAMS

There are many different nursing programs to choose from, so you can select the career path that best suits your personal and professional goals.

LEARN MORE
Compare Programs

Compare Programs

Once you have decided you want to pursue a rewarding career in the nursing field, choosing the right job path and career education is the next step.

LEARN MORE

Nursing Resources

Whether you’re just starting out in nursing, or taking your education to the next level, there are plenty of nursing student resources to assist you.

LEARN MORE
Financial aid

Financial Services

Figuring out how to pay for your education can be intimidating, but we’re here to help! Student loans, grants, and scholarships are available to those who qualify.

LEARN MORE

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Request Information

All fields using an asterik (*) are required.

Step 1 of 2

* Required Field

WE'RE HIRING AT CARRINGTON

SEE JOB OPENINGS
Scroll to Top