Nursing Programs
Whether you are beginning your nursing career or continuing your professional nursing education, M State provides you with an excellent educational experience. M State offers these three nursing options:
- LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge (32 credits supported by 21 credits of prerequisites and 11 credits for prior learning)
- Associate Degree Nursing (64 credits)
- Practical Nursing Diploma (40 credits)
While all students are welcome to apply to M State's nursing programs, acceptance is selective. There are specific criteria for each program. Many students take general education courses at M State - including courses in mathematics, biology and chemistry - in preparation for application to the nursing program. Although not all of these courses are required for program applicants, they may improve an applicant's eligibility.
High school students who plan to enroll in a nursing program will benefit from taking high school courses in biology, chemistry and mathematics.
Selective Admission Process
Learn more about the selective admission process for our nursing programs by viewing the videos below, attending a nursing information session, and visiting the campus of your choice.
Practical Nursing (video)
Associate Degree Nursing (video)
LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge (video)
Attend a Nursing information session to learn more about the program and to ask questions. Sign up at Selective Admissions Info Session Signup.
We encourage prospective nursing students to schedule a visit by calling M State at 877.450.3322 or visiting Visit M State.
Nursing application information
We strongly encourage you to discuss the admission and program requirements with an academic advisor on the campus you plan to attend.
You must be accepted to M State to access the Nursing program applications.
Fall 2024 LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge
Deadline - Application closed May 5
Fall 2024 Associate Degree Nursing
Fall 2024 Practical Nursing
Deadline - Application closed April 1
Spring 2025 LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge
Spring 2025 Associate Degree Nursing
Spring 2025 Practical Nursing
Nursing accreditation and approval
The M State Associate Degree in Nursing and Practical Nursing programs are accredited system-wide by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20032, 202.909.2526.
All M State Nursing programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
The associate degree and Practical Nursing programs at M State is approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing and holds accreditation with the NLN Commission on Nursing Education Accreditation.
Educational requirements for initial licensure
The Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing curriculums meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in the states of Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. Find more information for licensure and/or certification in other states at Nursing.
DOE Requirement Nursing Program - States
NCLEX first-time test taker pass rate
Advancing your nursing career
Graduates who earn an associate degree in nursing are eligible to apply for admission to baccalaureate nursing programs through articulation agreements with colleges in the Minnesota State system as well as other colleges and universities outside Minnesota. A bachelor's degree offers nurses increased opportunities in management and community settings.
M State partners with MSUM on Dual Acceptance Program
M State has partnered with Minnesota State University Moorhead to be designated as a Dual Acceptance Program, making graduates of M State’s Associate Degree Nursing program eligible for automatic acceptance into MSUM’s RN-BSN program.
For M State ADN students, this new partnership offers the advantages of:
- A seamless, efficient and cost-effective transition to MSUM’s RN-BSN program
- Bypassing the traditional RN-BSN application process
- Flexibility for professional, adult learners:
- 100 percent online
- Individualized pace and program progression, with completion in as little as three semesters or up to five years
- Program starts in fall, spring and summer semesters.
Information about the Dual Acceptance Program and eligibility requirements is available at M State AS-N to MSUM's RN-BSN Dual Acceptance Program & Plan.
Background check, immunizations required
Students in the nursing program must have current immunizations and undergo a criminal background check. Requirements are outlined in the program application.
Computer requirements
Visit Computer Requirements to see requirements for this program.
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