District of Columbia’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.
Programs to watch
- ● Confirming datesUniversity of the District of Columbia Community CollegeLPN to RN · WashingtonThe nursing page names a Licensed Practical Nurse to AASN (LPN-AASN) degree but gives no window, test or selection details. Contact the program director (202-274-5914) before planning around it.See dates and apply →
- ● Confirming datesUniversity of the District of Columbia Community CollegeRegistered nursing (ADN) · WashingtonThe program page lists requirements but no application window; the only posted application form is labeled 2025-26 and could not be opened. You need current enrollment at the Lamond-Riggs campus, a 3.0 cumulative GPA, B or better in all prerequisite general education courses and a 3.0 science prerequisite GPA within five years. The TEAS section of the page is blank; call the program director (202-274-5914) for dates and score requirements.See dates and apply →
- ● Not posted yetUniversity of the District of Columbia Community CollegePractical nursing (LPN) · WashingtonThe fall 2026 application window (Jan 23 – Feb 27) has closed and fall 2027 dates aren’t posted yet. ATI TEAS must be taken by the deadline (no minimum listed), with a 2.8 PN general education GPA, a B in one science course with lab and C or better in other general education courses. Admission is competitive and also uses recommendations and a background clearance.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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District of Columbia nursing school application tracker
| Status | College | Program | Location | Schedule | What we found | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🟠 Confirming | University of the District of Columbia Community College | LPN to RN | Washington · District of Columbia | The nursing page names a Licensed Practical Nurse to AASN (LPN-AASN) degree but gives no window, test or selection details. Contact the program director (202-274-5914) before planning around it. | Apply | |
| 🟠 Confirming | University of the District of Columbia Community College | Registered nursing (ADN) | Washington · District of Columbia | Four semesters, 70 credits; Lamond-Riggs campus | The program page lists requirements but no application window; the only posted application form is labeled 2025-26 and could not be opened. You need current enrollment at the Lamond-Riggs campus, a 3.0 cumulative GPA, B or better in all prerequisite general education courses and a 3.0 science prerequisite GPA within five years. The TEAS section of the page is blank; call the program director (202-274-5914) for dates and score requirements. | Apply |
| ⚪ Not posted yet | University of the District of Columbia Community College | Practical nursing (LPN) | Washington · District of Columbia | Three semesters, 47 credits; fall start | The fall 2026 application window (Jan 23 – Feb 27) has closed and fall 2027 dates aren’t posted yet. ATI TEAS must be taken by the deadline (no minimum listed), with a 2.8 PN general education GPA, a B in one science course with lab and C or better in other general education courses. Admission is competitive and also uses recommendations and a background clearance. | Apply |
Not listed: private and for-profit nursing schools, BSN-only university programs, and hospital diploma programs.
How District of Columbia 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. District of Columbia 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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