Overview Getting in Prereqs
Overview A bridge program for licensed practical or vocational nurses that awards an associate degree in nursing and prepares graduates for the NCLEX-RN. Credit for the LPN/LVN license shortens the program.
Career outlook Employers hire ADN-prepared registered nurses to provide and coordinate direct patient care, administer treatments, and educate patients across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings.
Getting in What Peninsula College asks for, taken from its own admissions page.
Checked Oct 2026 on the school's site. Requirements change each cycle, so confirm before you apply.
Prerequisites The prerequisites you'll need to meet to apply to this program at Peninsula College. Open a category to see each one.
College courses 11 English Composition I (ENGL& 101) 2.0 or better General Biology with Lab, Cell Biology Emphasis (BIOL& 160) 2.0 or better · with lab General Psychology (PSYC& 100) 2.0 or better Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab (BIOL& 241) 2.0 or better · with lab Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab (BIOL& 242) 2.0 or better · with lab Interpersonal Communication (CMST& 210), Public Speaking (CMST& 220) or Composition II (ENGL& 102) 2.0 or better Introduction to Chemistry with Lab (CHEM& 121) 2.0 or better · with lab Introduction to Statistics (MATH& 146) 2.0 or better Lifespan Psychology (PSYC& 200) 2.0 or better Microbiology with Lab (BIOL& 260) 2.0 or better · with lab Humanities (two courses, 10 credits) 2.0 or better Recommended Entrance exams 1 ATI TEAS Score 64 TEAS total adjusted individual score % Certifications 2 American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR card Healthcare training with certification/license (CNA, EMT, etc.) or two years healthcare work experience Recommended Health and background checks 2 Criminal history background check Required immunizations (Clinical Passport) Application basics 4 Combined GPA 3.0 in BIO 241L, BIO 242L, BIO 260L, CHEM 121L Essay Resume Nursing information session attendance (within 24 months) Highly recommended 