Multiple start dates
Don’t sit out a full year waiting for one annual cohort.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Multiple start dates · NCLEX-RN® prep included
Start your RN career in as little as 16 months.
Earn your Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) at Pacific College — enroll sooner, train hands-on, and graduate ready for the NCLEX-RN®. Financial aid for those who qualify.
- Multiple start dates — avoid year-long waits
- Sit for RN licensure, then work as an RN while completing your BSN online in as little as 12 months
- 71-credit ADN · as little as 16 months*
- NCLEX-RN® prep included at no extra cost
*Timing varies by schedule, transfer credit, and academic progress.
ADN / RN program
Talk with admissions today
15 minutes. Prerequisites, TEAS, tuition & start dates — no pressure.
How enrollment works
Four steps to your first day of class
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Request info
Submit the form or call. A real advisor — not a call center — answers your questions in about 15 minutes.
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1:1 with admissions
We review your transcripts, TEAS readiness, and which start date fits you best.
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Apply
Talk to an advisor, submit admission requirements, go over next steps.
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3 COHORTS per year
Begin your RN path without a long wait. Secure your seat now.
Why Pacific College
Enroll sooner. Graduate with confidence in just 16 months.
Traditional nursing programs can make you wait — and stretch 30–36 months. Pacific College is built to get qualified students into class and onto the NCLEX-RN® path faster.
As little as 16 months
Earn your ADN (71 credits) — timing varies by schedule, transfer credit, and progress.
NCLEX-RN® prep included
NECLEX prep is built into our curriculum.
NCLEX-RN pass rate of 95.83%
Pacific College's prelicensure RN program achieved a 95.83% NCLEX pass rate in 2024–25, as published by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
RN to BSN online
After your ADN, sit for RN licensure, then work as an RN while completing your BSN online in as little as 12 months.
Prerequisites offered in-house
Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Math*, Speech, and English — so you can complete what you need here.
Program at a glance
Associate Degree in Nursing
Hands-on training from experienced instructors through classroom instruction, skills lab, and clinical rotations.
- Credential
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Credits
- 71
- Length
- As little as 16 months*
- Start dates
- 3 COHORTS per year
- NCLEX-RN® prep
- Included
- To apply
- Speak with admissions, go over next steps.
*Timing varies by schedule, transfer credit, and academic progress.
The difference
Pacific College vs. traditional programs
| Feature | Pacific College | Traditional programs |
|---|---|---|
| Start times | Multiple start dates | Often 1–2× per year |
| Program length | As little as 16 months | Often 30–36 months |
| NCLEX prep | Included at no extra cost | Often $1K+ add-on |
| Clinical & lab | Integrated hands-on experience | Varies by school |
| Accreditation | WASC + BRN-approved | Varies |
Tuition & aid
Don’t rule yourself out on cost
Our Financial Aid Office helps students and families explore options for tuition and fees — and the cost of living while you’re in school. Talk to us before you decide.
- Financial aid available for those who qualify
- Guidance on FAFSA and payment options
- Set up a meeting with a financial aid advisor.
From our students
What ADN students say
“Pacific College gave me the hands-on training I needed to feel confident on the job. The instructors truly care and the pace was perfect for getting licensed quickly.”
“Pacific College helped me become an RN without delays. The support and NCLEX prep made all the difference!”
“I chose Pacific because of the multiple start dates and hands-on training. I’m now working as a nurse!”
Want to hear more? Ask admissions to connect you with a recent graduate.
FAQ
Questions people ask before they call
How long does the ADN program take?
You can earn your Associate Degree in Nursing in as little as 16 months. Timing varies by schedule, transfer credit, and academic progress.
When can I start?
Pacific College offers multiple start dates so you can begin sooner — not wait a year for one cohort. Next start: [NEXT START DATE].
What are the admissions requirements?
- Application
- Attend information session
- Submission of transcripts
- Prerequisite classes completed
- TEAS test required
- Interview with Director of Nursing
Is NCLEX-RN® prep included?
Yes — NCLEX-RN® preparation is included in the program at no extra cost.
Is Pacific College accredited and approved?
Yes. Pacific College is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), and the nursing program is BRN-approved. Accreditation does not guarantee employment.
How much does it cost?
An advisor will walk you through exact tuition and financial aid options in writing. Financial aid is available for those who qualify — don’t rule yourself out before you’ve talked to us.
Multiple start dates · Start sooner
Ready to start your RN journey?
Fifteen minutes with an admissions advisor is enough to check your prerequisites, TEAS path, and next available start — and to plan your next step.
Call (949) 779-3939