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Your Nursing Career Starts in Scranton, PA

 

Join a top 100 Nursing School* and live the NurseLife.
 

The Professional Nursing program at our hospital-affilaited campus educates and prepares students for entry level registered nursing positions in a variety of health care settings. The program consists of course work in nursing, science, general education, and clinical practice at select health care institutions.

The hospital-affilaited campus is an on-site Registered Nursing program through an alliance between Commonwealth Health and Jersey College at Moses Taylor Hospital.

 


*Jersey College is ranked as a top 100 College in the United States According to a reportby Georgetown University’ Center on Education and the Workforce, entitled “Ranking 4,500 Colleges by ROI (2022)”
for 15-year Net Present Value.

Nursing Programs

The mission of the Jersey College nursing programs is to ensure a pipeline of highly educated nurses are able to successfully join a health care team and contribute to meeting the total needs of the patient.
 

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Professional Nursing:
LPN to RN Bridge Program

Associate Degree in Nursing

This track is for students who are already licensed as LPNs and are working to further their careers.
 

Upcoming Start Dates:

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January 6, 2025

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Professional Nursing:
Traditional RN Program

Associate Degree in Nursing

The RN Program prepares students to become Registered Nurses. You'll receive theoretical and practical training as well as preparation for the NCLEX exam.

Upcoming Start Dates:

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January 6, 2025

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“The instructors at Jersey College are absolutely outstanding, they make it their mission to do everything in their power to pull out your very best potential.”

Grace C.

Tampa / LPN

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“I graduated after being an LPN for 25 years and it was the best decision I ever made. I am now 3 courses away from my MSN in Nursing Education and Adult-Gerontology NP! Thank You Jersey College!”

Stephanie B.

Ewing / LPN to RN Bridge

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“It will all pay off in the end. The amount of preparation Jersey College made available to me was more than I could ever imagine."

Alyssa S.

Jacksonville / Traditional RN

Real World Nursing Training

Our affiliations with Moses Taylor Hospital and other facilities can provide unique opportunities for hands-on clinical practice.

Learning in a hospital-affiliated environment can enhance the opportunity to work directly with patients and healthcare professionals. This is a critical step when preparing for a career in Nursing.

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Preparing You For a Career in Nursing
 

The dedicated team at Jersey College is here to support you with your career preparation,  interview tips, workshops and more.

Our programs provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to apply to join the nursing field. The curriculum and high-quality skills labs can give you the confidence to become the nurse you always dreamed of and the preparation you need to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).

For more information, visit the our Nursing Programs page, or explore these resources:

 

Nurses answer the calling when the world needs us most. It's who we are.

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Explore Our Campus

Our space is designed to maximize your learning and provide an unforgettable nursing school experience.
 

Connected Classrooms
with modern learning technology
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Skills Lab
for hands-on learning
High-quality simulation equipment in a Jersey College Sim Lab.
Learning Centers
Where Students can study, work & consult with faculty
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Our campus offers modern classrooms and practical facilities; career services for students and alumni; and workshops and counseling opportunities to assist you throughout your program.

The modern facilities allow you to learn and practice the processes and techniques necessary to prepare for excellence in the field. The campus provides modern learning technology with hands-on practice and facilities where students can spend time studying, working in groups, and consulting faculty. The Scranton campus features:

  • 13,000 sq. ft. campus
  • 1,500 sq. ft. skills lab
  • 7 classrooms
  • Student study rooms and lounge space

Scranton Campus

Jersey College

700 Quincy Ave
Scranton, PA 18510

Hours: M-F 7am-5pm

(570) 866-3311

We Are Jersey College

Nursing is not just a job, it’s a lifestyle, it’s a NurseLife. Nursing is about compassion, dedication, excellence, and drive. It’s what our students learn and what our faculty live and breath. At Jersey College, we take great PRIDE in our institution and living of the NurseLife. 

 

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    Moses Taylor Hospital — a cornerstone of community health services, offering advanced medical care and the home of the Jersey College Scranton campus.

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    Engaging and dynamic learning in action at Jersey College, where our faculty bring lessons to life in a supportive classroom setting.

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    Hands-on learning at our Scranton campus, where students master practical nursing skills under supportive guidance.

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At Jersey College, our instructors prepare you to live the NurseLife.

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2023 NCLEX®
PASS RATE**

10K+

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*Jersey College is ranked as a top 100 College in the United States According to a report by Georgetown University’ Center on Education and the Workforce, entitled “Ranking 4,500 Colleges by ROI (2022)” for 15-year Net Present Value.
**This cumulative rate represents all 1st-time testers for both the Practical and Professional Nursing programs. Individual results may vary. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

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Ask A Student

Q: "What's it like using the Skills Labs?"

A: "Hands-on learning at its best. Glad we get to learn on mannequins that are like real people before we are out in the hospital with a live patient. My skills are great thanks to the sim lab. It also helped my confidence as a nurse."

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Other Frequently Asked Questions

Professional and Practical Nursing Programs FAQs

  • How long is the program?

  • When are exams scheduled?

  • Is Jersey College accredited?

  • Are transfer credits accepted?

  • What do I need to apply?

Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition

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Financial Aid

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Third-Party Financial Assistance Program

Students attending the Scranton Campus are eligible to apply for a $10,000 grant from Commonwealth Health toward their nursing education. Students will be awarded up to $5,000 per year* for two years to cover their institutional charges. (One year is equal to three semesters of enrollment.)

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Jersey College offers financial aid for those who qualify. Several additional options are available:

  • Assistance programs through affiliations of select locations
  • Financial Aid Planners help you understand your options and apply
  • Federal financial aid
  • State and Private funding options*
  • Veterans’ benefits*

*Available at select campuses

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Accreditations & Licensure

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The Scranton campus is authorized to operate an Education Enterprise by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The Professional Nursing program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Jersey College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.

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