The program has two pathways for students to earn
their ADN degree:
1. ADN Generic . The traditional
pathway to enter the ADN program. ADN coursework,
excluding pre-requisites, is designed for completion
within 2 years. A new class of 60 students starts
each August. The application period is from January
through March. Applicants meeting minimum admission
requirements become part of an applicant pool and
top applicants from this pool are selected for admission.
2. LVN-ADN Transition .
The Transition program provides an abbreviated
pathway to allow nurses who are LVN’s to
earn their ADN. A new nursing class of 10-20 students
starts in mid-May. The application period is from
January to the first week in March. Applicants
meeting minimum admission requirements become part
of an applicant pool and top applicants from this
pool are selected for admission.
The Alvin Community College Associate Degree Nursing department provides an educational program for individuals who are interested in a career as a registered nurse (RN). The program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). Upon the successful completion of program requirements the graduate is qualified to make application to write the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Alvin Community College ADN graduates consistently perform above state and national averages on the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. As reported by the BON, the Alvin Community College ADN pass rates for first time testers are: Year 2007 – 98%, Year 2006 – 100%, Year 2005 – 96.55%, Year 2004 – 94.23%, Year 2003 – 100%
- The program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
- Clinical affiliations are with community hospitals as well as with hospitals in the world famous Texas Medical Center in Houston.
- The program receives commendations from the BON for our graduates’ excellent pass rates on the NCLEX-RN licensure exam
The 2008 application period is now CLOSED. We will begin accepting applications in January 2009. Interested students are encouraged to attend one of the information meetings that are held the first Wednesday of the month in S103 from 3-4 p.m. Reservations are not required.
(Directions and Building map) Note: Admission requirements will change for 2009.
Employment of registered nurses is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012. Thousands of job openings also will result from the need to replace experienced nurses who leave the occupation, especially as the age of the registered nurse population continues to rise. Graduates from Alvin report that they typically start their careers earning over $45,000 per year.
Approximate cost for the program is $5,000* for Generic and $4,000* for Transition. This includes uniforms, tuition, fees, books, supplies, graduation costs, and the National Council Licensure Exam. Financial assistance available to those who qualify.
*Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.
For more information call 281-756-5610
Or email Nursing@alvincollege.edu
