RN Licensure
School of Nursing Mission & Philosophy
Graduate Outcomes
Out-of-State Residency or Clinical Rotations
State Code (if you have a felony conviction)
RN Licensure
Graduates of the traditional and accelerated BSN program may be eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination - Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN). Upon passing the examination, the individual may be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state they apply. The NCLEX pass rate of Allen graduates consistently exceeds state and national averages.
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Our Mission and Philosophy
The Allen College School of Nursing values education and service in the field of nursing, which we define as both an art and a science. Our students can expect a rigorous course of study that fully prepares them to be nursing professionals. Learn More
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Graduate Outcomes
In concert with the Allen College philosophy and the School of Nursing program philosophy the graduate will:
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Provide basic organizational and systems leadership.
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Integrate evidence-based practice in nursing care.
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Manage healthcare data, information, knowledge, and technology.
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Demonstrate understanding of healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environments.
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Facilitate inter-professional communication and collaboration in healthcare teams.
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Use patient-centered strategies when delivering care to diverse individuals and populations.
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Model the professional role.
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Use data to monitor outcomes and improve care.
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Deliver safe care through system effectiveness and individual performance.
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Synthesize knowledge from liberal and baccalaureate nursing education to guide generalist practice.
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Out-of-State Residency or Clinical Rotations
Applicants and current students must be aware select states require approval prior to Allen College offering online courses and clinical study in those states. Additionally, a state certification or governing licensing board may also require prior approval for an Allen College student to engage in clinical study within the state. Therefore, Allen College cannot guarantee out-of-state clinical or practicum placement. Allen College also cannot guarantee students maintaining residency in a state other than Iowa will be allowed to enroll in online courses.
Applicants planning to maintain residency in any state other than Iowa, and planning to enroll in an online course or engage in clinical study in any state other than Iowa, should consult an admission counselor prior to applying to Allen College.
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State Code (if you have a felony conviction)
The Iowa Code (Chapter 147.3) states that conviction of certain felonies will make an individual ineligible for licensure. Previous conviction of a felony does not automatically bar an individual from eligibility for licensure. After completion of a nursing education program, the student will file an application for licensure with a state board of nursing. At that time, the board of nursing may review any felony convictions to determine eligibility for licensure.
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