A BSN in just over three years.
Faster isn't always better, but at West Coast University, faster is smarter.
West Coast University is a private, post secondary institution in California approved to offer a 39-month Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Our focused, CCNE accredited nursing degree program includes everything a driven, committed full-time nursing school student could want, including the potential for excellent income when they graduate. BSN-prepared nurses working in California earn an average of $75k per year.1
With our focused program, you can earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing without an LVN certification and without being placed on a waiting list for your nursing courses. At graduation, you will be ready for any number of nursing positions in:
- Pediatrics
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Gerontology
- Psychiatric/Mental Health
- Community Health
- Home Care Nursing
Let’s pick a graduation date, today.
Our 39-month program is the smartest and most direct route to your BSN and a nursing career with unlimited possibilities. With a year-round semester system, students can begin the BSN program every 10 weeks at one of our three locations. Unlike some four-year schools, you won't compete for space in classes. Your whole curriculum is structured toward a specific end date. So as long as you successfully complete your courses, your seat is reserved from the day you begin to the day you graduate.
Campuses designed for you.
We’ve built and equipped advanced facilities at beautiful campuses in Los Angeles, Orange County and Ontario. Laboratories are innovative and designed for a hands-on, practical education equipped with the very latest medical training equipment. Our knowledgeable staff will offer you the services and conveniences needed to enrich your learning experience with easy access to the educational resources you need.
Faculty focused on your future.
Our experienced nursing faculty include distinguished clinical experts, nursing scholars, and healthcare professionals from a wide range of nursing specialties, and all with strong connections to many clinical sites. We have an excellent student-to-faculty ratio, so you’ll have unparalleled access to BRN-certified nursing professionals. Small classes are a key element to our success rates.
We’ll be with you from beginning to end.
Our financial aid team will help you with tuition options,2 and our career services group will help you look for the best job as you near the end of your program.3 This includes preparation for the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN), so you’ll feel relaxed and confident when the time comes.
Course requirements:
Students must come into the program with a high school diploma or a GED and passing scores on WCU entrance evaluations. Other courses, training, and experience are optional and may enable you to receive transfer credit or have the ability to receive course credit by “testing out” in specific subjects. WCU Admissions Representatives can give you all the details.
To learn more about this program, click here to contact us or call us toll free at
(866) 508-2684.
1According to a 2006 State of California survey of registered nurses.
2Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
3WCU cannot guarantee employment.