Yes! Florida Academy of Nursing is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency. The ASN program is also approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and the Florida Department of Education’s Commission for Independent Education.

We offer flexible scheduling options to help students balance nursing school with their other commitments.

• Morning: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM*
• Evening: Monday–Thursday, 5:45 PM–9:45 PM*
• Weekend: Friday, 5:30 PM–10:30 PM & Saturday–Sunday, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM*

*Clinicals take place one day per week on either a weekday or a weekend. Ask your Admissions Representative for the clinical schedule that is applicable to your session.

Morning students who transfer in all required General Education and Science courses can complete the program in as little as 1 year. Otherwise, morning students with no credits can complete the program in as little as 1 year and 6 months. Evening and weekend students with no credits can complete the program in 1 year and 10 months and 1 year and 11 months respectively. Students typically need to earn between 64 and 100 credits at FAN in order to complete the program.

Applicants must meet ONE of the following admissions requirements:

• Hold a CNA license or an LPN/LVN license or a Practical/Vocational Nursing Diploma, or
• Hold an associate degree or higher, or
• Complete at least 16 quarter credits with a minimum 2.0 GPA, or
• Hold a Pharmacy Technician license, or
• Graduate from an approved high school within the last 20 years with a minimum 2.5 GPA

Our admissions team is happy to help you determine which option applies to you!

Tuition for the ASN program is $460 per credit. Additional expenses may include a laptop, which is essential, books, uniforms, and other miscellaneous fees. Our admissions and financial aid teams can provide a complete cost breakdown and help you plan for your education.

Yes. Applicants are required to complete and pass the FAN entrance exam as part of the ASN admissions process. The exam helps assess your academic readiness for nursing school.

Previous college coursework can potentially be applied toward your program based on transfer requirements. Our team will review your official transcripts and let you know which credits may transfer. To be transferable, General Education credits must have been completed within the last 40 years with a grade of C or better and Science credits must have been completed within the last 8 years with a grade of C or better.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Our financial aid team is here to help you understand your options and guide you through the process. Please be sure to complete the latest FAFSA to initiate the financial aid process. To do so, please visit the federal student aid website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Clinical rotations begin as you progress through the nursing curriculum and meet the required academic and clinical requirements. Clinicals give you the opportunity to put what you learn in the classroom into practice in real clinical settings. Typically, clinicals begin anywhere from 1 month to 7 months after you start the program.

Yes! The ASN program is designed to prepare students with the knowledge, clinical skills, critical thinking, and clinical judgment needed to pursue RN licensure and prepare for the NCLEX-RN.

Absolutely! After earning your ASN and becoming a licensed RN, you can continue your education through FAN’s ONLINE RN-to-BSN program. Your ASN can be the first step toward advancing your nursing education and career.

1. Schedule a campus tour and an admissions interview. Campus tours are by appointment only so to schedule one, please email [email protected] or call 954 322 1612
2. After your tour, if you plan to apply for financial aid, please schedule a meeting with FAN’s Financial Aid Administrator. Be sure to complete your FAFSA.
3. Should you decide to become a FAN student, please go ahead and register. The registration fee is $100
4. Schedule your entrance exam. If you pass your entrance exam, then finalize your admissions packet
5. Complete and submit your admissions file. If you are accepted, then prepare to start school and either begin or continue with your nursing journey
6. Attend orientation before starting classes