Associate Degree Nursing
Update
The CFCC health science/nursing faculty and Student Services units rolled out new testing guidelines for health science and nursing applicants. Starting for fall 2023 and moving forward, the TEAS test (by ATI; versions 6 and 7 only) will be used in place of the PSB and must be completed successfully before filing an Intent to Apply.
For more details, please visit the Health Science Enrollment Center , FAQ page , or CFCC Testing Services .
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide nursing care to clients and groups of clients throughout their lifespan in various settings. The program provides high-quality education to individuals in the community seeking a career as a registered nurse and promotes the transition of the licensed practical nurse into the role of the registered nurse. Upon completion of the course of study and successfully passing the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN), the student may enter employment as a registered nurse.
We also offer an accelerated LPN to RN option. If you are an LPN active in your profession, please visit the LPN to RN web page providing details on admissions criteria and the curriculum.
Nursing Program ranked number 1 in the state by nursingprocess.org
Selective Admission Process
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE EACH ACADEMIC YEAR
The Associate Degree nursing program at Cape Fear Community College, located in Wilmington, NC is accredited by the:

3390 Peachtree Rd NE
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000
www.acenursing.org
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
Quick information
Associate Degree Nursing
Nursing Transition
Only for those with a North Carolina Practical Nursing license.
Tue | June 13, 2023 | 2 to 3 p.m. | Access the Virtual Info Session |
Wed | July 19, 2023 | 10 to 11 a.m. | Access the Virtual Info Session |
Tue | Aug. 1, 2023 | 1 to 2 p.m. | Access the Virtual Info Session |
Related Information
Student Achievement Data
NCLEX-RN Pass Rates
Year | Pass Rate |
---|---|
2020 | 98% |
2021 | 94% |
2022 | 97% |
Program Completion Rate
Year | % of Students |
---|---|
2020 | 66% |
2021 | 56% |
2022 | 50% |
Updated: July 2022