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ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN NURSING (RN)
ºÚÁϳԹÏ's RN program, approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, offers a flexible 2-year Associate Degree program in Ardmore, Durant, and Tishomingo. Graduates are prepared for entry-level nursing roles and eligible for the NCLEX-RN exam.
Traditional Nursing Program
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing from ºÚÁϳԹÏ. This degree will make you eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam, which, upon passing, will grant you the title of Registered Nurse (RN). This program offers a swift and effective route to advancing your nursing career.
This document contains program information, policies, and procedures that all Nursing students must be aware of and follow to be successful in the Nursing Program.
Nursing Student Handbook 2025 - 2026
APPLYING TO THE NURSING PROGRAM
​Thank you for your interest in the ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Nursing program! We have specific application procedures that are outlined below.
Our nursing program is highly respected and operates on a selective admission basis. To be considered for admission, you'll need to meet these requirements:
- Test Scores: Achieve a minimum ACT Reading composite score of 20 or attain a score of 250 or higher on the NextGen Accuplacer reading exam
- GPA: Have and maintain a college retention GPA of 2.5 when submitting your nursing program application.
- Prerequisite Grades: Ensure you've received a grade of "C" or better in all prerequisite courses.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Information Session: Attend a Mandatory Information Session*
- Application Packet: Prepare an application packet containing all necessary information.
- Application Submission: Submit a comprehensive nursing application to the ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Nursing Program.*
*See Application Steps for more information
Students are selected from eligible applicants each cycle.
PLEASE NOTE: The Nursing Program Chair and the Nursing Selection Committee can modify admission processes for the ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Nursing Program. For more details or inquiries, feel free to contact us. Your nursing goals matter, and we're here to assist you at every stage.
STEP 1:
STEP 2: MEET YOUR ADVISOR​​​​
STEP 3: ATTEND A MANDATORY INFORMATION SESSION
STEP 4: SCHEDULE YOUR TESTING
Step 5: SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATION
Nursing Application should include:
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Completed application
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Official transcripts from high school, GED certification, Technology Centers, and/or Colleges and Universities
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Background check results from Castle Branch completed for the previous 90 days prior to the end of the application cycle.
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Background check results are due by noon on the last day of the application cycle.
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Our Traditional Nursing Program prepares you to be an RN in 2 years
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