Ready to Become an RN?

If you're currently an LPN, or earned your LPN at Kirkwood then took a break from college, you can still earn your Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and become an RN.

Our LPN transfer program allows you to finish up the last two or three semesters of the ADN curriculum to complete your degree. 

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Program Requirements

To ensure your success in the Nursing Program at Kirkwood, please make sure to complete the following:

1. Apply
2. Take Placement Exams PRIOR to New Student Orientation.
3. Register for and attend New Student Orientation PRIOR to the start of classes.
4. Register and attend a Program Conference DURING your first semester to better understand all program requirements.
5. Obtain your Certified Nursing Assistant certificate to ensure that nursing is right for you and increase your readiness for Nursing Program admission.

Nursing students are required to purchase scrubs to wear when completing nursing labs, simulations, and clinical assignments. You will also need a laptop computer for Nursing exam software. See requirements below.

Questions?

Department of Nursing
2172 Linn Hall
319-398-5563
nursing@kirkwood.edu