Program Description
The Associate Degree Nursing (A.D.N.) program offers a 2-year degree accredited by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The program is also accredited by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas and by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). ACC’s program is rated Exemplary by the Southern Association of Community Colleges and in 2003 graduates of the program enjoyed a 100% pass rate on the State Licensing Exam.

A new nursing class begins each August and applications are accepted from January thru March. Applicants meeting minimum admission requirements become part of an applicant pool and the nursing program admits the top applicants from this pool. Typically, 60 students are selected each year.

During the application period, applications are available from the college web site or from the nursing department. For more detailed information about the program and to view the frequently asked questions, please see the “Academic – Nursing” section of the college web site. The same information can also be obtained by contacting the nursing department.

Career Opportunities
Job opportunities for RNs are expected to be very good. Employment of registered nurses is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2010. 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. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, median annual earnings of registered nurses were $44,840 in 2000. The middle 50 percent earned between $37,870 and $54,000. ACC Graduates typically start their careers making $40,000.

Options
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Nursing …....72 credit hours (2 years)

Program Investment
Approximate cost for the program is $5,000*. This includes uniforms, tuition, fees, books, supplies, graduation costs, and the National Council Licensure Exams. Grants, loans, and scholarships are available to students.

* Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

For more information call 281-756-3634 or email Nursing@alvincollege.edu.