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What type of school is the Denver School of Nursing?

Denver School of Nursing is a private institution of higher education dedicated exclusively to educating students for the diverse opportunities offered by careers in nursing and other medical fields. For more information on the school's history, please see the Catalog.

What is a typical schedule like?
 
Each eleven week quarter the class schedule changes. Program class hours can be anytime Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 7 AM to 6 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM. Students must be available for clinical hours anytime 24/7. Between every eleven week quarter there is a two week break. Program start dates are throughout the year.

How many students are in a class?

At Denver School of Nursing, all programs include traditional didactic classes in the classroom, classes in the learning skills lab, and clinical classes at appropriate health care facilities. At DSN you'll find that our class sizes are smaller than most universities. Classes are scheduled per starting cohort of students and students track through the program together in all didactic, lab and clinical classes for the length of their program. This allows students to form friendships, study groups, and groups that may carpool together.

Are the Denver School of Nursing Programs approved?

Yes, all DSN nursing programs are approved by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.

The Denver School of Nursing, and its programs, are also approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board. These approvals mean that our graduates can take the NCLEX-RN exam.

Is Denver School of Nursing nationally accredited?

Yes, Denver School of Nursing is an Accredited Member ACCSC.

The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is a recognized accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education.

DSN is currently in candidacy status for accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission.

Where are DSN graduates employed?

We have graduates from our BSN and ADN programs working at most major health care facilities in Colorado and many other states. See sample list.

Is DSN authorized to award degrees?

Absolutely, all DSN programs are approved and regulated by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education and we are authorized to grant both Associate Degree in Nursing and Bachelor Degree in Nursing by this body. Click here to see graduation pictures.

Can a DSN graduate with a Colorado license work in another state?

Yes, each state has different requirements for the transferring or endorsement of licenses so you should contact the state’s Board of Nursing in the state you’re interested in to find out the specifics on the process in that state. We have graduates that are currently employed as Nurses in California, Texas, South Carolina, and New Mexico to name a few. There is also a new Nurse Compact that takes effect in July 2007 that allows licensed Nurses from one Compact state to work in any of the other listed states. Please see the Nurse Compact list for specific states.

What are the pre-requisite requirements for DSN programs?

All pre-requisite requirements are listed per program under our Prerequisites page.

Do the pre-requisite classes need to be complete before I turn in an application?

If students are in their final semester of prerequisite courses at another school, and will have their pre-requisites completed by the time they start the program, then they are able to turn in an application for the next available cohort.

Is there a wait list for classes at DSN?

You can typically start within three to six months of your application as DSN provides many start dates throughout the year; however in the cases that a cohort does fill up, a wait list will be created. Contact the Admissions Department to find out the status of the start date you’re interested in.   

Can I work while in school?

We don’t recommend it. All of our nursing programs are considered full time day programs and students have found it’s very difficult to work full time while going to school. If students do work, it’s usually in a healthcare setting on a part-time basis. Students would need a very flexible employer because class and clinical schedules change every quarter.

Where do students go for their clinical?

DSN works with clinical sponsors all over the Denver area. Click to see a sample list of where some of our students have enjoyed their clinical. Students are assigned to their clinical site by DSN.

Does Denver School of Nursing have Federal Financial Aid?

Yes, Denver School of Nursing is an eligible school under the Title IV Federal Financial Aid programs. Tuition financing plans are tailored to the needs of each individual student. Financial aid is available to those students who qualify. The Financial Aid Department assists students in the understanding of the application process and the eligibility requirements for various federal, state and/or private sources of student financial aid.

Where is DSN located?

The campus of Denver School of Nursing is conveniently located on the corner of Market and Nineteenth Streets in the exciting “Lodo” area of downtown Denver, Colorado. Students have access to dining and shopping during lunch hour at Denver’s 16th Street Mall just 3 blocks away. Parking is available on the street and in surrounding lots. Click here for directions and a map to our free visitors parking area.

When and how do I apply to the program?

Please see the Application Procedures and Deadlines page.

2011 Annual Security Report

Click here to review the Security Report.

DSN Completion / Placement Rate

Click here to review the Completion / Placement Rate.

I’m a DSN graduate, how do I order my DSN transcript?

All students can request their Official Transcripts by downloading and submitting the Transcript Request Form.

Please mail the request to:

Denver School of Nursing
Registrar’s Office
1401 19th St.
Denver, CO 80202

All transcript requests will be processed within three to five business days of receipt of the request. Please note the associated fees with transcript orders.