Community College of Rhode Island
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Admissions at Community College of Rhode Island
Highly Competitive
- •No publicly stated acceptance or admission rate (%) was found for CCRI’s nursing programs on official CCRI (.edu) sites.
- •Minimum GPA / point-based scoring system (Associate Degree Nursing – ADN):
- •CCRI employs a point system (Performance-Based Health Sciences, PBHS) rather than fixed thresholds. Points are awarded for:
- •Cumulative GPA (e.g., 2.7 = 27 points, up to 4.0 = 40 points)
- •Grades in key courses (BIOL 1010/BIOL 2201, ENGL 1010, PSYC 2010), each letter grade converted to points (e.g., A = 40 points, B = 30, C = 20)
- •HESI A2 Preadmission Test:
- •Four sections (Reading, Math, Vocabulary/General Knowledge, Grammar)
- •Points range roughly from 7.5–10 per section (e.g., 75–100% = 7.5–10 points), total up to 40 points
- •Overall total possible points: 200
- •The program is highly competitive; applicants not admitted are encouraged to meet with an advisor to improve PBHS points
- •TEAS exam:
- •No official CCRI pages specify a TEAS score requirement for their nursing program.
- •CCRI uses HESI A2 testing, not TEAS, as part of their point system
- •External (non-CCRI) sources reference TEAS generally, but these are not officially CCRI‑endorsed requirements ([studybuddy.live](https://studybuddy.live/blog/tea
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Schedule & Format Flexibility at Community College of Rhode Island
- •The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program offers both day programs and evening/weekend programs across campuses. Day classes are held at Knight (Warwick), Liston (Providence), and Newport campuses; evening/weekend classes are at Knight (Warwick) and Flanagan (Lincoln) campuses. Source: ADN Admission Guidelines FAQ
- •The evening/weekend option for the ADN program is explicitly available at the Flanagan and Knight campuses. Source: Nursing – Associate in Science (Academic Catalog)
- •The ADN program offers twice-per-year admissions for the day program (spring and fall semesters), while the evening/weekend program admits once per year in the fall semester (as noted in accreditation documentation). Source: 2017 Follow-Up Accreditation Report
- •The LPN‑to‑RN option is offered in evening/weekend format at both the Flanagan (Lincoln) and Knight (Warwick) campuses, with application periods:
- •Spring enrollment: September 1 – October 31
- •Fall enrollment: April 1 – May 31 Source: LPN‑to‑RN Admission Guidelines
- •The RN Refresher Course is delivered in a hybrid format:
- •Lectures are online asynchronous, completed at the learner’s own pace.
- •In-person clinicals are held at CCRI’s Flanagan Campus, with rolling enrollment and at least two on-campus clinical sessions per year (e.g. January 12–16, 2026 and another in May 2026, date TBD). Source: Refresh RN course page ([ccri.edu](https://ccr
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Program-Specific Details
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
The program is highly competitive; applicants not admitted are encouraged to meet with an advisor to improve PBHS points.
The ADN program offers both day programs and evening/weekend programs across campuses.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Community College of Rhode Island
What nursing programs does Community College of Rhode Island offer?
Community College of Rhode Island currently offers 1 nursing program, including ADN degree options. Program availability may vary by term and delivery format.
Is Community College of Rhode Island accredited?
Yes, Community College of Rhode Island holds accreditation from ACEN. Programmatic accreditation ensures the curriculum meets nationally recognized standards for nursing education, that graduates are eligible for professional licensure, and that credits are transferable to graduate programs.
Does Community College of Rhode Island offer online nursing programs?
Community College of Rhode Island currently lists on-campus nursing programs. Contact the school directly for the latest information on online or hybrid program availability.
How do I apply to Community College of Rhode Island's nursing programs?
To apply to a nursing program at Community College of Rhode Island, visit the school's official website for admission requirements, application deadlines, and prerequisite coursework. Common requirements include a minimum GPA, completion of prerequisite science courses, and a current healthcare provider CPR certification.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN); CCNE; ACEN.