Delaware’s public college nursing programs only take applications at set times, and every college runs on its own calendar. Miss a window and you could wait months. We track every LPN and RN program so you don’t have to.
Last checked Nov 7, 2026 · Confirm dates with the college before applying.
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- ● Open nowPolytech Adult EducationPractical nursing (LPN) · WoodsideApplication packets are handed out at information sessions now being held (Nov 9, Nov 18, Dec 2 and Dec 8, 2026) for the July start. ATI TEAS required with satisfactory scores (no minimum stated; remote-proctored scores not accepted). Steps include a $160 application fee, two references, background and drug screening, and an interview.See dates and apply →
- ● Confirming datesDelaware Technical Community CollegeLPN to RN · Newark, Dover, GeorgetownLPNs with a current license can get advanced placement in the nursing AAS (catalog lists a nursing transition course, NUR 190, and advanced credit, NUR 199). Application dates and test requirements are not posted on pages that could be checked; ask a nursing program advisor.See dates and apply →
- ● Confirming datesDelaware Technical Community College (Owens campus)Practical nursing (LPN) · GeorgetownApplication dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; contact the campus program advisor for application requirements. Nursing programs at Delaware Tech use a competitive ranking process with limited seats.See dates and apply →
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From the dean’s desk
Nursing is a very difficult but rewarding career. Most people start and end their lives under a nurse’s care. Best of luck to you as you start your journey to one of the world’s most honorable and needed careers.
— Lester Burkes, Dean of Trades, Transportation & Apprenticeship
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Delaware nursing school application tracker
| Status | College | Program | Location | Schedule | What we found | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Open now | Polytech Adult Education | Practical nursing (LPN) | Woodside · Kent County | Full-time day, Mon–Fri 8:15 a.m.–2:45 p.m.; three semesters starting the 2nd week of July | Application packets are handed out at information sessions now being held (Nov 9, Nov 18, Dec 2 and Dec 8, 2026) for the July start. ATI TEAS required with satisfactory scores (no minimum stated; remote-proctored scores not accepted). Steps include a $160 application fee, two references, background and drug screening, and an interview. | Apply |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College | LPN to RN | Newark, Dover, Georgetown · Statewide | Advanced placement into the nursing AAS | LPNs with a current license can get advanced placement in the nursing AAS (catalog lists a nursing transition course, NUR 190, and advanced credit, NUR 199). Application dates and test requirements are not posted on pages that could be checked; ask a nursing program advisor. | Apply |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College (Owens campus) | Practical nursing (LPN) | Georgetown · Sussex County | Four semesters | Application dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; contact the campus program advisor for application requirements. Nursing programs at Delaware Tech use a competitive ranking process with limited seats. | Apply |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College (Owens campus) | Registered nursing (ADN) | Georgetown · Sussex County | Application dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; ask the campus nursing program advisor. You must attend or view a nursing information session before applying. Admission is competitive and ranked each time admission opens; finishing prerequisites does not guarantee a seat. | Apply | |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College (Stanton campus) | Practical nursing (LPN) | Newark · New Castle County | Four semesters | Application dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; contact the campus program advisor for application requirements. Nursing programs at Delaware Tech use a competitive ranking process with limited seats. | Apply |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College (Stanton campus) | Registered nursing (ADN) | Newark · New Castle County | Application dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; ask the campus nursing program advisor. You must attend or view a nursing information session before applying. Admission is competitive and ranked each time admission opens; finishing prerequisites does not guarantee a seat. | Apply | |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College (Terry campus) | Practical nursing (LPN) | Dover · Kent County | Four semesters | Application dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; contact the campus program advisor for application requirements. Nursing programs at Delaware Tech use a competitive ranking process with limited seats. | Apply |
| 🟠 Confirming | Delaware Technical Community College (Terry campus) | Registered nursing (ADN) | Dover · Kent County | Application dates are not posted on pages that could be checked; ask the campus nursing program advisor. You must attend or view a nursing information session before applying. Admission is competitive and ranked each time admission opens; finishing prerequisites does not guarantee a seat. | Apply |
Not listed: private and for-profit nursing schools, BSN-only university programs, and hospital diploma programs.
How Delaware nursing admissions work
- Selection varies by college. Many programs rank applicants by points (prerequisite grades, entrance test scores, healthcare experience). Others admit first-come or from a waitlist. Each card says what the college lists.
- Entrance tests vary. Delaware programs in this tracker use the ATI TEAS or other tests such as the ACT or Accuplacer. Check each card above.
- Prerequisites must be done (or nearly done) by the deadline. Many colleges also want official transcripts by a set date.
- Some colleges post the same deadline every year without a year. We show the date as the college lists it. Confirm with the college before you plan around it.
- Apply to more than one. Because the windows fall at different times, you can apply to several colleges in the same year.
Tips while you wait for a window to open
- Finish anatomy and physiology, microbiology and English early. They’re the most common prerequisites.
- If your programs use the TEAS, take a practice test now so you have time to retake it before the deadline.
- Get your CNA or another healthcare job. It’s experience, and some programs award points for it.
- Attend an info session. Some colleges give points for it, and you’ll learn exactly how they rank applicants.
We built this tracker from each college’s official nursing pages. If you work at one of these colleges and see something out of date, let us know and we’ll fix it.
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