RN Programs in Fort Collins, Colorado

Get your RN degree in Fort Collins, Colorado - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Fort Collins RN Programs?

RN programs (both campus-based & online RN courses) are medical training programs offered by universities, vocational or technical schools, and community or junior colleges. Some hospitals even offer registered nursing training as an RN diploma.

How do I become an licensed RN?

Each state sets its own RN licensure requirements. In order to earn your RN license, you must pass the NCLEX® examination. The NCLEX® is a comprehensive nursing exam that can only be taken by graduates of nursing programs approved by your state's board of nursing.

Do I need to complete an LPN program before I go to college to get an RN Degree?

No you don't need to complete LPN training before you can get your RN license. An accredited RN Associate Degree program takes 2 years. You can earn your RN Diploma in 3 years. (BSN - 4 years, RN to BSN degrees can be 2-3 years).

Are There Free Nursing Schools in Fort Collins?

The education necessary to become an RN is valuable, and registered nurses make really good money in Colorado. However, students can lower the cost of RN school with financial aid. There are numerous grants and nursing school scholarships in Colorado. They might not make your RN degree free but it can at least be more affordable.

Contact one of the accredited nursing schools listed here to get information about the financial aid you qualify for. Find out more about online nursing schools in Colorado.

RN Job Description

Registered nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients' family members. RNs record patients' medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.

RN Schools Near You & Online Near Fort Collins, Colorado

Front Range Community College

  • 4616 S Shields St. Fort Collins, CO 80526
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (970) 226-2500

Aims Community College

  • 5401 West 20th Street Greeley, CO 80634
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (970) 330-8008

University of Northern Colorado

  • 1862 10th Avenue Greeley, CO 80639
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, DNP, MSN, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN
    (970) 351-1890

Front Range Community College

  • 2190 Miller Drive Longmont, CO 80501
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (303) 678-3722

Front Range Community College

  • 3645 West 112th Avenue Westminster, CO 80031
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (303) 404-5000

Regis University

  • 3333 Regis Boulevard Denver, CO 80221
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (800) 944-7667

Denver School of Nursing

  • 1401 19th Street Denver, CO 80202
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, ADN, BSN, LPN, RN
    (303) 292-0015

University of Colorado Denver

  • 1250 14th Street Denver, CO 80217
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, Nursing Administration, Nursing PhD, Physician Assistant, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (303) 556-2400

Community College of Denver

  • 1111 West Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80217
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiation Therapy, Radiography, RN
    (303) 556-2600

Metropolitan State College of Denver

  • Speer Blvd. and Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80217
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (303) 556-2400

Platt College

  • 3100 South Parker Road Aurora, CO 80014
    Programs: BSN, RN
    (303) 369-5151

Arapahoe Community College

  • 5900 South Santa Fe Drive Littleton, CO 80120
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, RN
    (303) 797-4222

University of Phoenix

  • 10004 Park Meadows Drive Lone Tree, CO 80124
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (303) 755-9090

Morgan Community College

  • 920 Barlow Rd. Fort Morgan, CO 80701
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    1(800)622-0216