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Mission Statement

In accordance with the mission of Angelina College, the Nursing Program provides quality nursing education in response to the unique needs and ethnic diversity of East Texas.

Angelina College Nursing Program provides high-quality nursing education in a culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse community by creating positive teaching and learning environments consistent with professional, educational, and ethical standards of nursing.

The associate degree nursing program at the main campus in Lufkin is a multiple entry/exit program (MEEP). Upon successful completion of the first year of the nursing program and completion of the MEEP option, students will be eligible for the NCLEX PN licensing examination and be eligible to apply for a vocational nursing license by examination. Students have the option to continue the ADN program. Upon successful completion of two calendar years of ADN study, students receive the Associate of Applied Science degree and are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination.

For fees and other information about the nursing program, please visit Angelina College Nursing and Angelina College Tuition and Fees.

Career Tracks

The nursing program is designed to permit students to enter as beginning students or LVNs and to exit at either the vocational or associate degree level. The Angelina College Nursing Program provides pre-licensure nursing education for the associate degree level on the Lufkin Campus. View job opportunities and salary information at https://www.angelina.edu/nursing/

Program Approval

The associate degree nursing track/vocational nursing option and the vocational programs are approved by the Texas Board of Nursing for the State of Texas. This agency establishes rules and regulations governing nursing education, examination, licensure, and the practice of nursing.

Associate of Applied Science - (Lufkin Campus only)

The associate degree nursing program at the main campus in Lufkin is a multiple entry/exit program (MEEP). Upon successful completion of two calendar years of study, students receive the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing and are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination.

Associate Degree Nursing, MEEP Option

Students may choose to enroll in the MEEP option after completing two semesters of the associate degree program. Students complete the first year of the associate degree track plus vocational summer courses in preparation for the NCLEX-PN examination. Students receive a certificate of completion from Angelina College. After completing the vocational nursing option, students may exit or continue through the second year of the curriculum and complete the associate degree nursing track.

Associate Degree Nursing with Vocational Nursing Option

Students may choose to enroll in the vocational nursing option of the associate degree program. Students complete the first year of the associate degree track plus vocational summer courses in preparation for the NCLEX-PN examination. Students receive a certificate of completion from Angelina College. After completing the vocational nursing option, students may exit or continue through the second year of the curriculum and complete the associate degree nursing track.

 Admission Criteria for the Associate Degree Nursing, Multi Entry Exit Programs (MEEP)

  1. Gain admission to the college.

  2. Complete the mandatory information session as directed to obtain an application packet.

  3. Complete all prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better by the designated date.

  • STSU 0300 – Student Success (EDUC/PSYC 1300 – Learning Framework may be substituted for STSU)

  • PSYC 2301 – General Psychology or PSYC 2314 – Life Span Growth and Development (Both PSYC 2301 and PSYC 2314 are required to complete the MEEP option)

  • ENGL 1301 – English Composition

  • BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I

  • BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II

  • BIOL 2420 – Microbiology

  • RNSG 1208 – Dosage Calculations for Nursing

Note: For prerequisite courses taken more than once, the most recent grade will be calculated into the cumulative GPA for prerequisite courses. The GPA must be at least 2.5. Applicants must pass a dosage calculation test (90% or better) by the designated date.

  1. Submit current college transcript(s) showing any prerequisite courses completed after the application packet deadline. (The Office of the Registrar needs official transcripts, while the nursing office can receive unofficial.) Applicants for transfer into the nursing program are reviewed on an individual basis. Applicants are not guaranteed acceptance. A minimum grade of “C” is required for all courses transferred. The grade point average in prerequisite courses is used in the selection process. It is strongly recommended that prerequisite courses taken more than five (5) years before transfer be audited. Students must provide transcripts and records that reflect the classroom and clinical hours.

  2. Provide proof of a completed medical form no later than the designated date:

  1. Receive immunizations mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services for health care workers. Note: All Hepatitis B series must be completed by the first clinical day of the first semester. This series requires six months to complete.

  2. Angelina College does not mandate the COVID-19 vaccination; however, the college adheres to the requirements of clinical sites. Therefore, without being vaccinated, students cannot complete clinical requirements, making them ineligible for graduation and the NCLEX RN/PN licensing examination.

  1. Provide proof of a current 2-year American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card.

  2. “Conditional” acceptance into the nursing program is limited; applicants will be ranked and selected based on the following criteria

a. Cumulative GPA in:

  • PSYC 2301 – General Psychology or PSYC 2314 – Life Span

  • ENGL 1301 – English Composition

  • BIOL 2401 – Anatomy & Physiology I

  • BIOL 2402 – Anatomy & Physiology II

  • BIOL 2420 – Microbiology

  • RNSG 1208 – Dosage Calculations

b. Weighted score based on the first or second grade in science courses (BIOL 2401 & BIOL 2402, BIOL 2420)

c. To be considered for admission, admission standardized exam scores must meet or exceed the benchmark score.

c. Additional coursework outside of the ADN track.

d. Cumulative overall GPA of 2.5.

  1. Completion of all requirements by the posted deadlines.

  2. Applicants are notified of “conditional” acceptance via Angelina College student email.

  3. A background check will be done using the Texas Board of Nursing procedure.

  4. A random drug screening will be required and must be negative to continue in the Nursing Program.

Students are allowed one entry and one re-entry into the nursing program. Contact the Nursing office at (936) 633-5265 or 633-3200 for questions.

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - LVN to ADN Transition Track

Admission Criteria for LVN to ADN Transition Track

This track is designed to facilitate the transition of the Licensed Vocational Nurse into the associate degree nursing track. After successfully completing the transition and the second year of the ADN program, the student will receive the Associate of Applied Science degree and be eligible to apply for a registered nurse licensure by examination.

The curriculum begins the second summer semester of each year. Applicants must meet these requirements:

  1. Gain admission to the college.

  2. Must have a minimum 2.5 grade point average (GPA) overall.

  3. Employment as an LVN is preferred.

  4. Hold a valid Texas vocational nurse license, which is unencumbered.

  5. Attend a “Transition” (VN to RN) Information Session and obtain an application packet.

  6. Complete all prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better:

  • STSU 0300 – Student Success (EDUC 1300 – Learning Framework may be substituted for STSU)

  • PSYC 2301 – General Psychology or PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development

  • ENGL 1301 – English Composition

  • BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I

  • BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II

  • BIOL 2420 – Microbiology

  • RNSG 1208 – Dosage Calculations for Nursing

Note: For prerequisite courses taken more than once, the most recent grade will be calculated into the cumulative GPA for prerequisite courses. The grade must be at least a “C”, no “Ds” or “Fs” are accepted in prerequisite courses.

  1. Pass the dosage calculations test with a 90% or higher score after conditional acceptance.

  2. Submit the completed application packet by the posted deadline.

  3. Submit official college transcript(s) showing completion of prerequisite courses. Applicants are ranked on the following criteria:

  1. Cumulative GPA in prerequisite courses;

  2. Admission standardized exam scores must meet or exceed the benchmark score to be considered for admission;

  3. Weighted score based on first or second grade in science; and

  4. Completion of non-nursing core curriculum.

    Provide proof of health requirements no later than the designated date:

  5. Receive immunizations mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services for health care workers. Note: The Hepatitis B series must be completed by the first clinical day of the first semester. This series requires 6 months to complete. All nursing programs: *Angelina College does not mandate the COVID-19 vaccination; however, the College adheres to the requirements of clinical sites. Therefore, without being vaccinated for COVID-19, students cannot complete clinical requirements, making them ineligible for graduation and the NCLEX RN/PN Licensing examination.

  1. Provide proof of health requirements no later than the designated date:

    a. Receive immunizations mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services for health care workers. Note: The Hepatitis B series must be completed by the first clinical day of the first semester. This series requires 6 months to complete. All nursing programs: *Angelina College does not mandate the COVID-19 vaccination; however, the College adheres to the requirements of clinical sites. Therefore, without being vaccinated for COVID-19, students cannot complete clinical requirements, making them ineligible for graduation and the NCLEX RN/PN Licensing examination.

  2. Provide proof of a current 2-year American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card.

  3. Applicants will be notified of “conditional” acceptance decisions via college email.

  4. A random drug screening is required and must be negative to continue in the Nursing Program. The date will be announced.  

  5. To complete the equivalent of two calendar years, students must pay to have credit by experience courses added to their transcript.

Students are allowed one re-entry into the VN nursing program. Contact the Nursing Office at (936) 633-5264 for questions or comments.