Frequently Asked Questions
Nursing Advising Guides for reference.
2-YEAR TRACK ADVISING GUIDE 2nd Degree Track Advising Guide
Program
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What makes Lansing Community College's Nursing Program distinctive?
- High regard in the community
- A ladder program concept
- Multiple program tracks
- Nationally accredited since 1971!
- Offers one of the only accredited simulation labs in the State
- Rich in clinical experience
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Who do I speak to about getting into the Nursing program?
For general questions, contact the Selective Admissions office at selective_admissions@lcc.edu.
For course planning, meet with an Academic Advisor at LCC's Academic & Career Pathways department. Call 517-483-1957 (option 4) to schedule an appointment with a Nursing advisor. Eric Bennett, Angela Kuhlman, and Matt Boeve are the lead Nursing advisors.
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When does the program start?
- 2-Year track begins in Fall (August) and Spring (January) each year.
- 2nd Degree track begins in Spring (January) each year.
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How long is the program?
- 2-Year track runs for 2 Years (4 semesters). *Does not run in Summer
- 2nd Degree track runs for 16 months (4 continuous semesters).
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How many students are admitted each year?
- 2-Year track admits 128 students annually. Those with the highest points will be admitted and randomly assigned to a Fall or Spring semester start date.
- 2nd Degree track admits 32 students annually.
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When is the application deadline?
- 2-Year track application deadline is March 1.
- 2nd Degree track application deadline is September 1.
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Is there a waiting list to get into the Nursing program?
There is no wait-list to enter the program; instead, acceptance is based on a point system.
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How is admission into the Nursing program determined?
Acceptance into each Nursing track is based on a point system. Students receive points based on GPA, course prerequisites, and other criteria. Admission is competitive. Detailed information on the point system and application process can be found in the Nursing Advising Guides linked above.
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How competitive is it to get into the Nursing Program?
- The 2-Year Nursing track admits approximately 128 students annually. This track typically receives 1.5 times the amount of applications as seats available.
- The 2nd Degree Nursing track admits approximately 32 students each year. An average of 1.1 times the amount of applications as seats available are received.
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How much does the program cost?
Current program cost estimations can be found on the Nursing Program Cost webpage.
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Can I have a job while I am a nursing student?
LCC’s Nursing program is challenging and it’s workload is equivalent to that of a full-time job. Because of this, it is not recommended that students work more than 20 hours a week, if at all. If you must work, you will need a strong support system.
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If I have a unique situation, can I get a waiver/EXCEPTION on admission requirements?
Students must meet with a Nursing advisor before submitting a request for an exception of a specific Selective Admission requirement. Please be aware that waivers are granted infrequently and only after careful consideration of fairness to all applicants. If an advisor agrees that your situation represents a compelling circumstance, then you can complete the Nursing Exception Form. This form will then be reviewed by the Nursing Director. Call 517-483-1957 (option 4) to schedule an appointment with a Nursing advisor. Eric Bennett, Angela Kuhlman, and Matt Boeve are the lead Nursing advisors.
Admission Requirements
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What prerequisites must be completed before I can apply?
A complete list of prerequisite courses can be found in the Nursing Advising Guides.
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When do prerequisite courses need to be completed?
Prerequisite courses must be completed before applying to the Nursing Program.
For guidelines on when prerequisite classes must be completed and when transfer transcripts are due, review the Advising Guides. -
What is the minimum grade required for prerequisite and Nursing courses?
Pre-requisite courses must be passed with a minimum grade of 2.5; all NURS courses require a 3.0 grade or higher. Only two attempts per a course are allowed to achieve the minimum required grade; this includes course withdraws (W) and attempts at other institutions.
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Do any of the prerequisite courses expire?
NURS 201 must be completed within 2 years of the application deadline. All required biology courses including Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology, must be completed within 5 years of the application deadline starting in 2026. If taken over 5 years ago, it must be retaken; this will not be considered a repeat.
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How do I apply to the Nursing program?
View the complete application process in the Nursing Advising Guides linked above.
Transferring to LCC
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How do I know if my transfer courses will satisfy a prerequisite course?
LCC has established equivalencies for the most commonly transferred courses from a number of colleges and universities in Michigan and the surrounding area. To see if transfer equivalencies are available for your school, visit the Transfer Equivalencies page.
Students should have their previous institution send official transcripts directly to LCC, for more information on how to send transcripts, please visit the transfer equivalencies website to learn what courses will transfer in. It is recommended that this is done early on in the process so there are no surprises on what does and does not transfer in. It can take up to 6 weeks for transcripts to be processed by LCC's Registrar's Office.
Following transcript evaluation, courses that have transferred in will appear on a student’s LCC unofficial transcript located in their Banner account.
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I have partially completed a nursing program at another institution. Can I enter the program where I left off and will those courses transfer into LCC?
To ensure consistency within the program and to meet accreditation standards, LCC does not accept Nursing classes from other institutions. Students who have enrolled in a Nursing program at another institution previously, will need to complete our program in its entirety.
Clinical Sites
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Will all of my clinical sites be in Lansing?
No, clinical rotations are offered within a 100 mile radius of LCC’s Downtown Lansing campus. The program makes every attempt to give students a variety of clinical experience at both Lansing and surrounding area facilities. Because of this, reliable transportation is necessary.
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Where are clinical rotations held?
Clinical experiences include hospitals, home health care agencies, rehabilitation units, and community health organizations. Students provide nursing care to geriatric, medical, surgical, maternity, and pediatric patients at a variety of facilities. Sites can include Sparrow, McLaren, Owosso Memorial, Battle Creek VA Medical Center, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, The Willows, Ingham & Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Medilodge, Burcham Hills, Holt Senior Center. LCC healthcare programs do not take requests for clinical assignments so students should be prepared to attend clinicals at any facility.
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How much clinical experience will I receive?
Students can have up to 141 hours of clinical experience per a semester and will experience approximately 460 hours (depending on track) throughout the entirety of the program. In addition, students can also expect to have at least 3 hours of lab and lecture time during a given week.
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How large are the clinical groups?
For increased learning potential, LCC offers small clinical groups including a maximum of 8 students to every faculty member.
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is the covid vaccine required?
A complete list of required immunizations can be found in the Nursing Advising Guides linked above.
LCC healthcare programs do not take requests for clinical or externship assignments. Clinical requirements are in accordance with professional standards and third-party clinical site requirements. Students are responsible for the cost associated with obtaining immunizations, physicals, BLS certification, and any other items relating to clinical eligibility.
BSN Completion
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Why should I earn an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) before a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree?
- Cost - community colleges are less expensive.
- Learning Style - The associate nurse program is more hands-on along with theory, so you can apply what you are learning as you go.
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How feasible is it to go on for a BSN after completing my RN degree at LCC?
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. Below is information on some of the transfer programs offering Registered Nurse (RN) to BSN completion programs.
Eastern Michigan University (EMU)
Ferris State University (FSU)
Michigan State University (MSU)
Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU)
Sienna Heights
Spring Arbor University
University of Michigan-Flint
Contact Us
Career Ladder Nursing Program
Health and Human Services Division Office
HHS Building, 108
517-483-1410
517-483-1508 fax