Program Overview

Ohio University offers an accredited, two-year associates degree program in nursing (ADN), which combines coursework and clinical experiences in contemporary health care environments. Following successful completion of the associate of applied science degree, the student will be eligible to submit an application to the applicable board of nursing/regulatory body and be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Registered Nurses (RN).  Students in the second year of the Ohio University associate degree in nursing program may be eligible for dual enrollment in the Ohio University online RN to BSN program. 

Ohio University also offers an LPN to RN track for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) desiring to obtain an associate degree in nursing and become eligible to submit an application to the applicable board of nursing/regulatory body and be eligible to to take the NCLEX for Registered Nurses (RN).

Graduates with an associate degree in nursing work in a variety of settings. Some of these include hospital-based medical centers, clinics, long-term nursing facilities, and private practice. 

The ADN program and the LPN to RN track are offered at Chillicothe, Southern, and Zanesville.  Please contact your campus office if you have questions (please see contact information above).