Traditional and Accelerated Programs
Our on-campus Traditional Nursing Option (TNO) and Accelerated Nursing Option (ANO) are for pre-licensure students who want to earn a BSN.
TNO and ANO InformationExplore our Programs
Online BRNCO (RN-BSN)
This fully online program is for RNs who wish to go back to school to get a BSN or students currently enrolled in a nationally accredited Associate Degree in Nursing program that want to get a head start on their bachelor's degree.
RN-BSN / Dual Enrollment OptionTake a look at our Simulation Lab
Program Outcomes
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional: 96% | Traditional: 92% | Traditional: 96% | Traditional: 97% |
| Accelerated: 96% | Accelerated: 94% | Accelerated: 98% | Accelerated: 93% |
| BRNCO: 100% | BRNCO: 78% | BRNCO: 70% | BRNCO: 83% |
Program complete rates are based on a 150% timeline
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional: 89% | Traditional: 96% | Traditional: 96% | Traditional: 100% |
| Accelerated: 98% | Accelerated: 93% | Accelerated: 100% | Accelerated: 92% |
NCLEX pass rates are based on first time test takers
Job Placement
Our job placement rate, measured one year after graduation, continues to be 100%!
2024 Best Nursing School in Colorado
MSU Denver Ranked #5
Registered Nursing ranked the top 10 nursing schools in Colorado by analyzing current and historical NCLEX-RN “pass rates.” The nursing program at MSU Denver ranked 5th in Colorado with an average score of 95.16 for first time NCLEX-RN test-takers.
Top Ranked Nursing School in Colorado
Program Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Metropolitan State University of Denver is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Please visit our accreditation page for more information.
Department of Nursing
Mailing Address:
Department of Nursing
Campus Box 72
P.O. Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217-3362