Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is offered through the Fort Lewis College/CU Anschutz Nursing Pathway. This program allows students to study at Fort Lewis College and earn a CU Anschutz College of Nursing degree.

Program Overview

The program focuses on culturally sensitive care, serving Southwest Colorado's rural and Indigenous communities. Students gain nursing skills through clinical simulations, real-world experience at healthcare facilities, and in-depth classes taught by expert CU Anschutz Nursing faculty.

Ideal Candidates

This program is ideal for:

• Fort Lewis College students, alumni, or community members in the four corners region
• Those who want to work while in school (although this may be challenging during clinicals)
• Individuals who prefer a steady learning pace

Program Format

• All classes are held at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO
• The program takes 2-4 years to complete, depending on prerequisite completion
• The program consists of 9 semesters

Exam Preparation

Upon completion of the program, students can take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become a licensed nurse.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available, including those honoring FLC's Native American Tuition Waiver, with an average award of $4,000 (based on 2023 data).

Clinical Placements

Clinical placements are set up for students with healthcare agencies and communities in Southwest Colorado and nearby New Mexico, providing high-quality, hands-on experience.

Education Center

The program features a newly renovated, high-tech, interactive clinical education center.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

1. Integrate, translate, and apply evolving knowledge from nursing and other healthcare disciplines
2. Provide collaborative person-centered care
3. Collaborate with diverse populations and communities
4. Integrate evidence-based practice
5. Incorporate principles of quality and safety
6. Demonstrate effective use of communication and collaboration
7. Apply systems-based thinking
8. Use informatics processes and healthcare technologies
9. Cultivate a professional identity aligned with sustainable, collaborative, and accountable professional behaviors

Career Opportunities

Graduates can:

• Treat patients
• Administer medications
• Perform assessments
• Document patient information They can work in various settings, including:
• Hospitals
• Nursing homes or long-term care facilities
• Schools
• Public health agencies
• Outpatient clinics

Admission Deadlines

The admission deadlines are as follows: | Start Term | Application Opens | Priority Deadline | Extended Deadline | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Fall 2027 | February 1, 2026 | September 15, 2026 | January 15, 2027 |

Tuition and Fees

The estimated tuition for the last two years of the program is:

• Colorado residents: $40,062
• Colorado residents with College Opportunity Fund Stipend: $32,406
• Eligible Western state residents: $60,093
• Nonresidents: $69,960 Additional expenses include:
• Matriculation fee: $140 (one-time)
• Other fees: $382 (Fall), $222 (Spring), $222 (Summer)
• Books and supplies: $2,000 (total for the program)
• CU health insurance: $2,742 (Fall), $3,838 (Spring), $1,095 (Summer)

Program Structure

The program consists of two years of prerequisites at Fort Lewis College, followed by two years of nursing training. The prerequisites give students a high-level understanding of science and math fundamentals, while the nursing training focuses on healthcare and nursing.