Nursing and Health Professions Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer a program for LPNs to earn their nursing licenses online?
Not at this time. However, many community colleges offer programs for LPNs to earn their licenses. Once you receive your RN license, you can attend our online RN-BSN program to earn your BSN.
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Does Drexel provide any other benefits for Nurses studying at community colleges?
We have formed partnerships with select community colleges that offer associate degree programs in nursing. Graduates of these community colleges enjoy benefits such as guaranteed admission, predefined associate-to-bachelor's degree transfer procedures, and special tuition programs.
If you are a graduating nursing student or alumnus/ae of a community college and are interested in continuing your education by completing your bachelor's degree online at Drexel, please send us your contact information, and we will let you know about possible arrangements with your college.
Community colleges interested in collaborating with Drexel should contact Julie Walters, Esq.at jkw52@drexel.edu or 215-571-3882 .
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I work as a nurse in a hospital and I have read that I may be eligible for special tuition rates if my employer collaborates with Drexel. How can I find out more?
We collaborate with many healthcare organizations to offer special rates as well as tuition grants for health systems that provide tuition reimbursement to their employees. To inquire about possibilities through your employer, and check whether you are eligible for our special tuition plans, please contact Hayden Carpien at hc392@drexel.edu or (215) 571-3913 . You may also want to ask your Human Resources, Training or Education Benefits departments to contact us to add your hospital to our list of eligible organizations.
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