Future Student

 

Information Sessions

Nursing Information Sessions provide an overview of the Nursing Program and application requirements.

Click here to RSVP for an information session

 

Upcoming dates

DATE	TIME	LOCATION
December 17	2:00pm	IN-PERSON
January 6	9:00am	IN PERSON
January 13	9:00am	IN PERSON
January 16	9:00am	Zoom

 

 

What is Nursing?

Topic:  I am a Nurse - National Nurses Week

Length:  3:08

 

 

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More Info

• Explore Nursing
• Becoming a Nurse
• For Future Nurses
• Degree Comparison

 

Guided Pathways

At Grossmont College, we'll help you discover your interests and strengths, explore majors and careers, and chart a pathway to the future you want. Visit the Academic and Career Pathways page to explore the guided pathways to your future career.

 

 

Program Costs

 

The cost estimate provided below is to assist prospective nursing applicants in anticipating expenses at consecutive points on their path toward becoming a Registered Nurse through Grossmont College. This is an estimate only. Some expenses can be reduced or eliminated through accessing available resources including The Promise Grant, Financial Aid, Scholarships and Grants, and by utilizing Student Health Services.

 

 

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Pre-Acceptance Cost

Tuition for Pre-Nursing Courses	35 units, $46 / unit	1,610
Parking Permit	$40 / semester	160
Health Fee	$22 / semester	88
Student Representation Fee	$2 / semester	8
Total		$1,866

 

 

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Post-Acceptance Cost

Immunizations Hep B, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Tuberculosis, & COVID-19	250
Uniforms 2-sets	150
Supplies Blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, scissors, pen light, & analog wrist watch	145
Screening Background check, drug screen, and compliance	125
Certifications Basic Lifesaving Skills (BLS)	70
Physical	50
Official Transcripts College Attended	10
Total	$800

 

 

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Continued Nursing Program Costs

 

Tuition Nursing Curriculum Including optional courses	45 units, $46 / unit	2,070
Books Approximate cost per semester	$160 / semester	640
Parking Permit	$40 / semester	160
Health Fee	$22 / semester	88
Student Representation Fee	$2 / semester	8
Total		$2,966

 

 

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Graduation & Licensure Costs

 

Application BRN	300
Test NCLEX-RN Licensure Exam	200
Nursing Pin	Free
Total	$500

 

 

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Total Estimated Costs

 

Pre-Acceptance	1,866
Post-Acceptance	800
Continuing Nursing Program	2,966
Graduation & Licensure	500
Total	$6,132

 

 

 

 

Career Opportunities

 

There are many nursing specialties available to Registered Nurses.

 

Browse nursing careers to find relevant data on wages, employment, and the training you'll need.

 

 

Degree Advancement

On-campus RN to BSN program

 

Get your BSN here at Grossmont College through Point Loma Nazarene University.  Complete the ADN program at Grossmont College and receive your RN license, then begin taking classes through PLNU on our campus.  For enrollment eligibility and complete information visit Point Loma Nazarene University's RN to BSN page.

 

PLNU Admissions Counselor

Madison Hancock
mhancock@pointloma.edu
619-563-2816

 

Additional RN-BSN programs include Grand Canyon University, Post University, and San Diego State University. Incoming students have an opportunity to meet representatives from the advance degree programs. 

 

Students entering the nursing program must successfully complete all the nursing courses within the semester prior to moving to the next semester. Successful completion means passing the course with a C or better (75% or higher) and be clinically safe as determined by the clinical instructor.

Students who complete the nursing program must also meet the graduation requirements for the Associate Degree. Prior to starting the nursing program, students meet with a counselor to review graduation requirements.

During the Nursing Program,  students are required to have access to a computer with reliable internet access.