Frequently Asked Questions
1. What makes Lansing Community College's Nursing Program distinctive?
- High regard in the community.
- A ladder program concept.
- Four program options.
- Nationally accredited.
2. Are there advising sessions available?
There are MANDATORY pre-nursing advising sessions scheduled throughout the year for students who are interested in applying to the nursing program. Current session dates can be found at: /advising/seminars/. Prior to attending a seminar students are required to thoroughly read the current Nursing Advising Guide which can be found at: /nursing/nursing/index.aspx
3. When does the program start? When do I apply? How many students are admitted? How long does the program last?
The program offers full-time, part-time, fast-track and accelerated options. Regardless of the option the student chooses, the discipline of nursing requires a full time commitment of study.
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Semester |
Application |
# of Students Admitted |
Program Length |
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Full-Time Option |
Fall - August |
March 1st |
64 |
4 semesters |
Classes, labs and clinical sessions for all options vary between days, evenings, and weekends. |
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Full-Time Option |
Spring - January |
March 1st |
64 |
4 semesters |
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Part-Time Option* |
Fall - August |
March 1st |
32 |
8 consecutive semesters |
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Fast-Track Option |
Summer - June |
March 1st |
32 |
3 consecutive semesters |
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Accelerated Option |
Spring - March |
December 1st |
32 |
14 consecutive months |
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*Attempts are made to offer courses in the afternoon, evening and weekends. |
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4. What prerequisites do I have to take? When do they have to be completed?
For complete information regarding prerequisites and completion timelines click here.
5. What if I want a four year degree?
If you plan to articulate to a four year institution, it is suggested to review the requirements of the BSN completion curriculum of the institution you are considering.
6. What if I already have a B.S. or a B.A. degree?
Please see the new Accelerated Nursing Program Option below.
7. What is the difference between the Accelerated Program and the Fast-Track Program?
The Accelerated program requires that the applicant have a Bachelor's degree. The degree can be in any area. All pre-requisites, including general education and NURS 200, must be completed before starting the Accelerated program. The nursing courses and subject areas are covered in 6 weeks instead of 8. The program is 14 consecutive months. Some of the coursework is online, with lab on campus and clinical hours in the Lansing and surrounding areas.
The Fast Track program requires that the applicant be a licensed paramedic, LPN or Respiratory Therapist. All pre-requisites must be completed before starting the program. After the Transition Class summer semester, the student enters the equivalent of the second year of the nursing program. This is a hybrid program with at least 50% of the learning online. This program is 3 consecutive semesters.
8. How do I know if courses will transfer as prerequisites?
Official transcripts must be mailed directly from prior school(s) to the address below. Following transcript evaluation confirmation of transferable credits will be sent to the student.
1121A - Registrar's Office
Lansing Community College
PO Box 40010
Lansing, MI 48901-7210
(517) 483-1200
(800) 644-4522 x1200
9. How do I apply if I am not a Lansing Community College student?
If you have never been a Lansing Community College student, you need to fill out a college application.
- To fill out the application online, click here.
- To pick up at application, student can go to Enrollment Services,
Gannon Building-Suite 203. - To have an application mailed, students can call: (517) 483-1200 or (800) 644-4522 x1200
10. I am currently a Lansing Community College student -- how do I apply?
- Students will receive a packet of information at the MANDATORY pre-nursing seminar.
- Pick up the Selective Admission Application at Enrollment Services,
Gannon Building-Suite 203. - To have an application mailed, call: (517) 483-1200 or (800) 644-4522 x1200.
11. What does the Admission Committee look for in an applicant?
All admissions are based on meeting the Phase I requirements and gaining points in the Phase II process except for the Accelerated Program. The Accelerated Program only requires all prerequisite requirements to be completed. In all programs, the students with the greatest number of points are admitted.
12. Who should I call for advising?
Students who need additional advising should contact Counseling and Advising, Room 204 of the Gannon Building, or call (517) 483-1904 for additional information.
13. How much does the program cost?
Tuition rates for the 2006-2007 academic year are $67.00 per billing hour for residents and $120.00 per billing hour for nonresidents. The out-of-state and international student tuition rate is $180.00 per billing hour. There is a registration fee each semester of $25.00. Additional fees are listed on the specific program advising guide.
14. How do I apply for financial aid?
You may find more information related to financial aid by visiting Lansing
Community College's
Student Financial Aid/Veteran Services web page.
1121 - Financial Aid/Veteran Services
Lansing Community College
P.O. Box 40010
Lansing, MI 48901-7210(517) 483-1296
Fax Number: (517) 483-1170
Long Distance at (800) 644-4LCC
Contact person: Judy Harris
Also, some nursing scholarships are available through the LCC
Foundation Office.
8021-Foundation Office
Lansing Community College
PO Box 40010
Lansing, MI 4890-7210
Phone: (517) 483-1985
Fax: (517) 267-5554
Room 101, Rogers Carrier House
The Nursing Careers Department frequently receives scholarship information.
Please click here to
find out more.
15. Is housing available?
The Student Life Office often posts offerings but Lansing Community College
has no formal housing assistance available.
Director: Denise Harris
Student Life Office Location: Gannon Building-Suite 230
Mail Code: 1170
Phone: (517) 483-1285
16. Is there a waiting list to get into your program?
No. We now use a "selective admission" process. All students who have completed the prerequisites and Phase I requirements will be placed in the applicant pool for the following year's seats. Should there be more students who meet the March 1st or December 1st deadline qualifications, then applicants will be given seats based on highest earned points described in Phase II of the admission process. Approximately 10 students will be placed on an "alternate list". The remaining students that qualified under Phase I, but did not have enough points under Phase II to get a seat, will be sent a letter stating they did not make the cut off and may work to earn more points and apply for admission the next year if they so choose.
17. How are the GPA points mentioned in the Phase II process calculated?
The GPA is not your overall college GPA. It is calculated solely on the courses required for the Nursing Program. To calculate your GPA, use the worksheet provided in the Nursing Advising Guide.
18. If I am accepted, what next?
Once you are accepted, you will receive a letter inviting you to a mandatory orientation meeting. Following that orientation session, you will sign a letter of intent to either accept or decline your seat in the program.
19. Can I have a job while I am a nursing student?
Many of our students work part-time. We definitely do not recommend more than 20 hours a week. If you must work, you will need a strong support system. The expectation of the Accelerated Program is to limit all outside work.
20. What is the typical student profile of a nursing student at Lansing Community College?
The average age of a Lansing Community College nursing student is currently 28.8 years. Students range from 19 to 54 years of age. Most students are married or divorced and have children at various stages of development. More than 50% work part-time in other jobs.
21. Why should I choose an AD Nursing Program at Lansing Community College versus going directly into a BSN program?
- Cost - community colleges are less expensive.
- Learning Style - The technical nurse program is more hands-on along with theory, so you can apply what you are learning as you go.
- More Options - You have the option of exiting after one year (LPN) or two years (ADN) -- if you can't manage two years at one time, you can exit and return within two years into the 2nd year of the program.
22. If I want to go on for a BSN at a later date, how feasible is this?
Lansing Community College's Nursing Program articulates with eight or more universities in Michigan. You can complete your BSN by completing approximately two more years at one of these institutions. A link to some of these universities is available on the Useful Links" web page.
23. What might be the reasons for not choosing Lansing Community College's Nursing Program?
For the younger student, who does not have outside family responsibilities, the after class socialization is not the same as at the four year universities. College is often a "right of passage" for the late adolescent and that socialization is not a major focus of the older student in our program.
Information For Returning LPN's (Fast-Track)
1. If I want to enter Lansing Community Colleges Nursing Program, do I have to start from the beginning?
You will have to meet the LPN program prerequisite course requirements. Often these will transfer from your previous college. Click here to find more information on our Fast-Track web page.
It is our goal to articulate the LPN into the 2nd year (3rd semester) of our program when he/she returns for his/her RN degree. All returning students are required to take NURS 210 - LPN to RN Transition 2 Course.
2. How do I enroll as an LPN articulation student?
Students who need additional advising should contact Counseling and Advising, in the Gannon Building-Suite 204, or call (517) 483-1904 for additional information. Your prior course work will be evaluated and a plan of study will be developed for you.
