Professional (ADN/RN) Nursing Program

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Prepare to become a registered nurse (RN) with your Associate’s degree from a national leader in nursing education. Plus, eligible new students can get started with a brand-new laptop pre-loaded with the tools you need to perform at your best.

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6%

Projected job growth for registered nurses between 2023 and 2033

194,500

Estimated RN openings projected per year in 2023–2033 due to labor force changes

5.8M

Registered nurses nationwide

16

Total campuses in Florida, Minnesota, Kansas and more

Unlock Your Potential in Nursing School

Start on the path to becoming a registered nurse (RN) in as few as 21 months with our Professional Nursing program. You’ll get on track quickly with:

  • No need for pre-nursing coursework
  • No waiting list at many campuses for qualified applicants
  • Eight start dates per year at most campuses, while some offer four start dates per year

Your NCLEX-RN® success is our goal, and that’s why we believe in hands-on learning from the very start. Sitting for the NCLEX-RN® exam is less daunting when you’ve been living the material, not just studying it.

Already a licensed nurse (LPN)? Our LPN to RN Bridge can help you complete your ADN degree faster in as few as 18 months.


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Hybrid Online and On-Campus Courses

Train for a career that improves the lives of patients with compassionate care. Our Professional Nursing program allows you to:

  1. Learn patient-centered skills in real-world environments to prepare for a variety of healthcare settings.
  2. Gain a well-rounded perspective and firsthand insights from experienced nursing faculty and collaborate with peers.
  3. Develop critical decision-making skills and care interventions to meet patients’ needs swiftly and calmly.
  4. Build your professional confidence so you can provide exceptional patient care.

One easy way to lower your tuition at Rasmussen University is through self-directed assessments. These $149 online assessments are a way to show that you have already achieved the skills and knowledge for a particular course and don’t need to take it.

Join our dedicated network of Nursing graduates by enrolling today.

ADN/RN Program Career Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the projected job growth potential between 2023 and 2033 for registered nurses is 6%. An Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN/RN) online/on campus from Rasmussen University can help set you up for success in this growing field. You can pursue a fulfilling career as an RN in a variety of healthcare settings, including:

  • Hospitals
  • Clinics
  • Rehabilitation centers
  • Long-term care facilities

ADN/RN Program Near Me

In our Professional Nursing program, you’ll take online and on-campus courses, as well as participate in on-site clinicals. You’ll collaborate with experienced nursing faculty and other Nursing students in modern simulation centers and updated labs.

The degree type can vary based on the state. This is an Associate of Science (AS) degree in FL, and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in MN, IL, KS and WI.

  • Rasmussen University, Central Pasco, FL Campus

    Central Pasco Campus

    16418 State Road 54
    Odessa, FL 33556

  • Rasmussen University, Fort Myers, FL Campus

    Fort Myers Campus

    9160 Forum Corporate Parkway, Suite 100
    Fort Myers, FL 33905

  • Rasmussen University, North Orlando, FL Campus

    North Orlando Campus

    385 Douglas Avenue, Suite 1000
    Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

  • Rasmussen University, Ocala, FL Campus

    Ocala Campus

    1227 SW 17th Avenue
    Ocala, FL 34471

  • Rasmussen University, Tampa/Brandon, FL Campus

    Tampa/Brandon Campus

    330 Brandon Town Center Drive
    Brandon, FL 33511

  • Rasmussen University, Aurora/Naperville, IL Campus

    Aurora/Naperville Campus

    2363 Sequoia Drive
    Aurora, IL 60506

  • Rasmussen University, Mokena/Tinley, IL Campus

    Mokena/Tinley Campus

    8650 West Spring Lake Road
    Mokena, IL 60448

  • Rasmussen University, Rockford, IL Campus

    Rockford Campus

    6000 East State Street 4th Floor
    Rockford, IL 61108

  • Rasmussen University, Romeoville/Joliet, IL Campus

    Romeoville/Joliet Campus

    1400 West Normantown Road
    Romeoville, IL 60446

  • Rasmussen University, Kansas City/Overland Park, KS Campus

    Kansas City/Overland Park Campus

    11600 College Boulevard, Suite 100
    Overland Park, KS 66210

  • Rasmussen University, Topeka, KS Campus

    Topeka Campus

    3722 SW Burlingame Road
    Topeka, KS 66609

  • Rasmussen University, Mankato, MN Campus

    Mankato Campus

    1400 Madison Avenue
    Mankato, MN 56001

  • Rasmussen University, Moorhead, MN Campus

    Moorhead Campus

    1250 29th Avenue South
    Moorhead, MN 56560

  • Rasmussen University, St. Cloud, MN Campus

    St. Cloud Campus

    226 Park Avenue South
    St. Cloud, MN 56301

  • Rasmussen University, Green Bay, WI Campus

    Green Bay Campus

    904 South Taylor Street Suite 100
    Green Bay, WI 54303

  • Rasmussen University, Wausau, WI Campus

    Wausau Campus

    1101 Westwood Drive
    Wausau, WI 54401

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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To practice as a registered nurse, you’ll need to pass the NCLEX-RN® national licensure exam. To sit for this exam, you must have successfully completed either an associate degree nursing program or Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution in your state.

At Rasmussen University, we offer both BSN and ADN programs at certain campuses, providing options for you to pursue the RN degree level that is right for you.

Practical nursing refers to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who provide hands-on nursing care, working under the direction of health care providers, such as registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and physicians. This can include monitoring patients' health, administering basic health care, reporting patient concerns and updating health care providers’ records. Many LPNs work in assisted living or residential services rather than in hospitals.

Professional nursing, on the other hand, refers to registered nurses (RNs) with an Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) who typically have a greater variety of job opportunities in the work environment. RNs often supervise others and count on their critical thinking skills to perform assessments and make judgments about patient care. Many nurses who complete an associate degree nursing program are more likely to work in hospitals in a variety of roles.

  • Patient care
    Learn patient-centered skills in real-world environments within our nursing school. Prepare to serve in a variety of healthcare settings.
  • Professional Confidence
    Classroom and experiential learning build your confidence so you can provide exceptional patient care.
  • Critical Thinking
    Develop decision-making skills and care interventions that meet patients’ needs swiftly and calmly.
  • Well-Rounded Perspective
    Gain firsthand industry insights from faculty with real-world experience in the nursing profession.

First, you’ll need to complete an associate degree nursing program. The ADN program at Rasmussen University, for example, can be completed in as few as 21 months with the help of transfer credits and $149 self-directed assessments. If you’re already a licensed practical nurse, our LPN to RN Bridge can be completed in as few as 18 months.

After you graduate, you’ll need to pursue your RN license by passing the NCLEX-RN® national licensure exam. In most states, the earliest you can take the exam is approximately 45 days after your graduation date. This does vary state by state, so check with your nursing regulatory body (NRB) to find out if your state requires a longer waiting period.

At Rasmussen University, we’re here to help. Support services include academic advising, tutoring, financial aid for those who qualify, technical support and more. Talk to an admissions representative to learn more about how we'll help you earn your associate degree in nursing.

Having accreditation means Rasmussen University has met established quality standards as set by the accrediting body. Achieving accreditation tells the public that an entity meets industry expectations for quality, and students can have confidence that quality control checks have been carried out by a third party.

Unlike many other associate degree nursing programs, there are no prerequisite courses or general education courses in order to apply, and there are no wait lists at many campuses for qualified applicants. You only need to apply once and you can begin your ADN classes on one of eight start dates a year.

Both an associate degree nursing (ADN) program and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) lead to the NCLEX-RN® licensing exam and a career as a registered nurse (RN).

An associate degree nursing program can be completed in a shorter amount of time and for less money. A BSN is a longer time commitment up front, but results in a higher academic credential and a greater variety of career opportunities, including in nursing management and leadership roles.

If you choose to earn your Associate Degree in Nursing now, you can still earn a BSN through our online RN to BSN program.

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Accreditation Information

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (https://www.hlcommission.org/), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN®)

The associate nursing program at Rasmussen University at the:
  • Central Pasco campus, located in Odessa, Florida, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Fort Myers campus, located in Fort Myers, Florida, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Green Bay campus, located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Mankato campus, located in Mankato, Minnesota, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Moorhead campus, located in Moorhead, Minnesota, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Ocala campus (with an off-campus instructional site in North Orlando), located in Ocala, Florida, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Overland Park campus (with an off-campus instructional site in Topeka), located in Overland Park, Kansas, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Romeoville campus (with off-campus instructional sites in Aurora, Mokena, and Rockford), located in Romeoville, Illinois, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Initial Accreditation.
  • St. Cloud campus, located in St. Cloud, Minnesota, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Tampa/Brandon campus, located in Brandon, Florida, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
  • Wausau campus, located in Wausau, Wisconsin, is accredited by the ACEN. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for this associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
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State Boards of Nursing

The Rasmussen University Professional Nursing Associate's degree in Minnesota, Illinois, Kansas, Florida and Wisconsin is approved by the Minnesota, Illinois, Kansas, Florida and Wisconsin Boards of Nursing.

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

The Professional Nursing Associate’s degree program at the Romeoville/Joliet campus in Illinois is approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation at the recommendation of the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Aurora/Naperville, Mokena/Tinley Park, and Rockford campuses in Illinois are recognized as extension campuses of the Romeoville/Joliet campus.

Minnesota Board of Nursing – Moorhead Campus

The Professional Nursing Associate’s degree program at the Moorhead, Minnesota campus is approved with conditions by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. On June 5, 2025, pursuant to the authority granted under Minn. Stat. 148.251, the Minnesota Board of Nursing issued a Stipulation and Consent for Correction Order imposing conditions upon the approval of the Professional Nursing Associate’s degree program at the Moorhead campus for having an annual pass rate of less than 75 percent on the National Council Licensing Examination (“NCLEX-RN”) of first-time examinees for three consecutive years.

To be removed from conditional approval and restored to full approval, the program must, by December 31, 2025, achieve an NCLEX-RN pass rate higher than 75 percent based on the cumulative results from the four quarters of calendar year 2025 for candidates from the program who write the licensing examination for the first time. If the program does not achieve the requisite pass rate by December 31, 2025, then the program must achieve an NCLEX-RN pass rate of higher than 75 percent by June 30, 2026 based on the cumulative results from the first and second quarters of calendar year 2026 for candidates from the program who write the licensing examination for the first time. If the conditions imposed on the program are not resolved as described herein, then the Minnesota Board of Nursing will follow the procedure outlined in Minn. R. 6301.2360, Subp. 10(C) for uncorrected deficiencies, which may result in the removal of the program from the list of approved programs.