Nursing
What is Nursing?
Yavapai College Nursing The Nursing program prepares students for professional practice through academic preparation, clinical learning, and structured admission requirements. Use this page to complete the required workshop, review your pathway, prepare for testing, and submit the correct application. Start here Applicants must complete the Nursing Information Workshop before they can be considered for placement. Review pre-entry requirements, transcripts, residency status, and program readiness with an advisor. Traditional AAS applicants prepare for TEAS. LPN-RN applicants prepare for NACE-FON and dosage calculation. Use the correct application form and upload all required documents before the deadline. Required first step This workshop explains the application process, program expectations, frequently asked questions, and required attendance verification. Online sessions are self-paced and available anytime. Choose your pathway For students preparing to enter the Associate of Applied Science nursing pathway. For eligible LPN applicants seeking advanced placement into the RN pathway. For registered nurses continuing into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing pathway. Prepare Traditional AAS applicants complete the ATI TEAS exam. A minimum cumulative score of 60% is required for application submission. LPN-RN applicants complete the NLN NACE-FON v1.2 exam and a dosage calculation competency. A minimum NACE-FON score of 68% is required. Testing note: Pre-admission testing must be completed at Yavapai College. Students may test once during each application cycle. The program recommends at least six weeks of preparation before testing. Apply Spring 2027 ATI TEAS Testing Dates: 08/03/2026 – 10/08/2026 Spring 2027 Admission Application Dates: 08/03/2026 – 10/08/2026 The LPN-RN Advanced Placement application cycle for Fall 2026 is closed. Dates for the Spring 2027 application cycle will be announced at a later date. Applications for the RN-BSN program open when YC class registration opens, typically October for spring courses and April for summer/fall courses. Readmission is available for qualified students with one withdrawal or failure. Readmission is not guaranteed. Students out for more than two semesters must apply as new program applicants. Deadline: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 11:59 PM Before you submit Review the Nursing Application Information Guide before submitting. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Resources Student support The Yavapai College Student Nurses Association helps nursing students build peer connections, leadership skills, professional experience, and a supportive community across semesters. Standards 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, Georgia 30326 (404) 975-5000 1740 W Adams Street, Suite 2000 Phoenix, AZ 85007 (602) 771-7800 The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate of Applied Science Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation. Emergency support This fund supports nursing students experiencing food, housing, or transportation insecurities. This form is used by ADN nursing students and faculty to document a student concern or complaint related to instruction, classroom environment, supplies, faculty interaction, or other topics.Prepare for a career in nursing with a clear path from interest to application.
Your nursing application path
Complete the workshop
Meet with advising
Prepare for testing
Submit application
Nursing Information Workshop
Nursing program options
Nursing AAS
LPN to RN Advanced Placement
Apply for LPN-RNRN-BSN
Pre-admission testing
Traditional AAS applicants
LPN-RN applicants
Applications and deadlines
Application checklist
Program documents
New student information
Student Nursing Association
SNA Officers
Accreditation information
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
Arizona State Board of Nursing
Nursing Student Emergency Scholarship Fund
