Why Our Nursing School in Cincinnati is Right for You
- No waitlist to start at our Cincinnati nursing campus
- Up to $5,000 scholarships available at our Cincinnati campus
- Earn your BSN in 3 years, or less with qualified transfer credits!
- Your Success is Our Priority: Tutoring, Open Lab Time, and Academic Support
- Evening classes for general education coursework
- CCNE-Accredited BSN Program
Your Nursing Dream Can Start Now
Our nursing school in Cincinnati, OH is designed with one goal: to prepare you for a successful career in the health sciences as a registered nurse (RN). We strive for academic excellence through classroom teaching, hands-on simulations, and training in real-world healthcare environments to give you the skills you need.
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Graduate in Less Time With Eligible Transfer Credits
Gain Hands-On Experience in Guided Labs
Prepare for the NCLEX-RN Exam From Day 1
Nursing School Curriculum
From day one, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is built to prepare you for a thriving career as a registered nurse (RN). Our curriculum combines classroom teaching, hands-on labs, real-world clinical experience, and extensive NCLEX-RN exam prep to get you ready for a successful nursing career.
Sample Classes in Our BSN Curriculum
- Fundamentals of Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Anatomy/Physiology I
- College Mathematics
- First Year Composition (Writing) I
- Human Pathophysiology
- Human Nutrition
- Critical Thinking in Clinical Decision-Making
- Pharmacology I
- Evidence-Based Practice I
- Community Health Nursing + Practicum
- Maternal Health Theory and Application + Practicum
- Transition to the Nursing Profession
- Professional Seminar (NCLEX-RN Preparation)
How Transfer Credits Work
At Arizona College of Nursing, we understand that you want to get the most out of your previous education experience on your journey through nursing school. Students can progress through our BSN program of study in 3 years or less with qualifying gen ed transfer credits. Our academic advisors will work closely with you to review transcripts and transfer as many credits as possible.
Clinical Partnerships At Our Nursing School in Ohio
In the final year of the program, students spend most of their time in clinical rotations, training in real-world healthcare environments. Hands-on experience with patients and medical professionals is one of the most powerful ways to learn. We make it a priority for our students. We’ve partnered with healthcare providers in Ohio to provide students with opportunities for clinical experience and nursing research by working with nurse leaders.
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Our Cincinnati Campus is a Career-Focused Nursing School
We work hard to equip students with the skills & hands-on experience they need to succeed in the nursing field.
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Complete NCLEX-RN Exam Prep
Our nursing school in Cincinnati is designed to start preparing you for the NCLEX-RN exam on Day 1. Instructors introduce students to NCLEX-RN-style questions and clinical judgment throughout our curriculum to get them comfortable. To learn more about testing format and study strategies, read our blog post Mastering the NCLEX: A Comprehensive Guide to Preparation.
Here are just a few of the ways we prepare you for NCLEX-RN:
- A class dedicated entirely to preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.
- Virtual practice exams customized for each student
- Exam strategies & tips from instructors
- Customized assignments & study plans
With NCLEX-RN exam prep built into our curriculum, your success is our priority. In 2023 Arizona College of Nursing had an average NCLEX-RN pass rate of 89.74%* across all campuses. As a new campus, Cincinnati does not yet have NCLEX-RN outcomes available specific to this location.
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Hear From Students In Our Nursing School
The teachers and administration of Arizona College really do care about us. In my first month of school, the Dean had a meeting with me to see how I was feeling. I don’t think I could find that level of support anywhere else.
Arizona College of Nursing has no waiting list to get in. As soon as you make that call to Arizona College, the advisors are on it and they’re very supportive, helpful and they want you to pursue your career.
Finally, a Nursing School Near Me in Cincinnati!
Our nursing school Ohio serves the entire Cincinnati area, including Fairfield, Mason, Dayton, White Oak, and Westwood. We also serve the Covington, Kentucky area right across the Ohio River.
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Additional hours available upon request.
Our Nursing School in Cincinnati
At Arizona College of Nursing, we know nursing students. You dream of becoming a nurse, but your life is already extremely busy, so you ask yourself how you can make it happen. Our nursing school in Cincinnati, Ohio, is in the One Northlake Place building right off the I-71 and I-275 interchange between Highpoint and Sixteen Mile Stand. We’re just a few miles away from Bethesda North Hospital, 20 miles from Westwood, and 30 minutes from Downtown Cincinnati.
We also tailored our curriculum to match your busy life. During the first 4 semesters of general education classes, they are held in the evenings and each course is completed in just 8 weeks. Stop by our nursing school to learn more about our 3-year BSN degree program, which prepares you to take on a wider range of responsibilities than CNA, LVN, LPN, or RN program. Visit our Cincinnati Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages for more information on our nursing program in Cincinnati.
Visit our Cincinnati Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages for more information on our nursing program in Cincinnati.
Conditional approval by the Ohio State Board of Nursing
Learn How Our Faculty and Leadership Bring Practice to the Classroom
Our faculty and leadership at the Cincinnati campus have real-world nursing experience and want to help equip you for a successful career in registered nursing. With mentorship and hands-on guidance in in-person labs and simulations, you can apply what you’re learning to advanced nursing practice scenarios.
Meet Our Cincinnati Nursing School Campus Leadership
What inspired you to pursue a career in nursing education?
“Working at Arizona College of Nursing allows me to make a difference in the lives of our nursing students who will then be able to pay it forward by making a difference in the lives of their patients. Nursing majors are a special population of students to work with; their passion is unequaled!”
What makes Arizona College of Nursing different from other Ohio nursing schools?
“Each staff and faculty position, course, and policy is designed to meet the needs of our students throughout their journey to a fulfilling career as a nurse. We are committed to improving access to nursing education in Ohio and committed to serving our students to help them reach their goals.”
What support resources are available to nursing school students at the Cincinnati campus?
“Arizona College of Nursing provides a holistic and personalized approach to student support. The Deans, instructors, and other academic support staff take the time to get to know each student so that we can best support them in their journey. Students have access to tutoring in academic subjects, mentoring in study skills, and support in navigating the challenging commitment of nursing school.”
Nursing Programs and Scholarship Opportunities
As you research top nursing schools in Cincinnati, we know that the cost of nursing programs is an important factor in your decision. Students can receive up to $5,000 in scholarship support.
Click the button below to learn more about our nursing scholarships in Ohio and to determine your eligibility.
- Futures Scholarship
- Advancement Scholarship
- Working Parent Scholarship
- Achievement Scholarship
- Opportunity Scholarship
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FAQ at our Cincinnati Campus
Browse below to learn nursing concepts and click on the following link to view the most frequently asked questions Cincinnati nursing school. For more information about our nursing program in Cincinnati visit our Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages, and to find a nursing school near you, visit our Campus Locations page.
The Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org). Official accreditation notification to CCNE for Cincinnati is submitted prior to first Semester 5 class start. All Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency.
Understanding the differences between a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) school and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) school is crucial to planning your nursing career path. This because the education requirements between RNs and LPNs vary significantly. An LPN program typically takes about one to two years to complete. It is intended to prepare students for entry-level nursing roles to perform basic nursing care under the supervision of registered nurse (RNs) and physicians.
There is no limit to how many times you can retake retake the NCLEX-RN in Ohio, but all applicable exam fees are required each time, and you must wait 45 days from the date of exam administration to retake the Ohio NCLEX-RN. After that, you may schedule another exam attempt; however, before this, the candidate must first obtain a new Authorization to Test (ATT) from the Ohio Board of Nursing. Once the ATT is provided, the candidate may begin the process of rescheduling the NCLEX-RN.
Source: https://nursingexams.org/nclex/taking-the-nclex-in-ohio/
Registered Nurses in Ohio have a median nursing salary of $79,940 per year.
As you will be newly entering the workforce, it’s important to know that you will likely not start at the median rate but would likely increase your earnings with experience.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that Registered Nurses in Ohio range from a low rate of $64,480 per year, to the highest-paid Nurses earning as much as $105,380 per year for their nursing salary.
Updated 06/2024 Source: https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/29-1141.00?st=OH
You can read more about our admissions requirements here [https://www.arizonacollege.edu/admissions/]. For detailed information about the nursing prerequisites for our BSN program, please contact our admissions office. They can provide you with the specific details and answer any questions you may have about our application process.
A nursing assistant provides basic patient care and support, such as helping with daily activities and monitoring vital signs, under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). An RN, on the other hand, typically has more advanced training and responsibilities, including developing and implementing patient care plans, administering medications, and performing complex medical procedures. RNs also oversee and coordinate care provided by nursing assistants and other healthcare staff.
Earning a BSN degree can open doors to more advanced roles and opportunities in the nursing field as an RN. Our BSN program in Cincinnati is designed to provide the comprehensive education and clinical experience to help advance your career.
Arizona College of Nursing – Cincinnati
(513) 275-7468 info@arizonacollege.edu
11500 Northlake Drive Suite 105 Cincinnati, OH 45249
State Board of Career College and Schools registration number 2211.
Accreditations
The Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org). Official accreditation notification to CCNE for Cincinnati is submitted prior to first Semester 5 class start.
All Arizona College of Nursing and Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency.