Associate Degree Nursing
NOTICE: The Associate Degree Nursing Program at McLennan Community College, located in Waco, Texas, is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: (404) 975-5000
The ACEN Board of Commissioners most recently granted this program Continuing Accreditation.
View public information at acenursing.com.
This program is also approved by the:
Texas Board of Nursing
1801 Congress Avenue
Suites 10-200
Austin, Texas 74701
Phone:(512) 305-7200
Important Requirements
- All messages to students will be sent to your MCC student e-mail. Personal e-mail accounts will not be used.
- The ADN Program for Spring 2026 and the LVN to RN Transition Program for Summer 2026 require the HESI A2 RN Entrance Exam.
- All applicants must be TSI complete in reading, writing, and math by the application deadline.
- Turn in all completed nursing applications for ADN or VN to the drop box in the Health Professions Building, by Room 222.
Application Deadlines:
Late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted. Check the Application Procedure page for required documents and acceptance criteria. Questions? Call MCC Advising and Career Services at 254-299-8614.
Welcome to MCC's Associate Degree Nursing Program!
MCC's two-year Associate Degree Nursing program prepares students to become registered nurses (RNs). You'll learn how to give patient-centered care in hospitals and other health care agencies.
The program accepts new students each fall and spring. Class sizes are limited, and spots fill up fast. Not counting prerequisites, the program takes two academic years to finish.
You'll get both classroom learning and real clinical experience. When you're done, you'll be ready to take the NCLEX-RN - the exam you need to become a licensed registered nurse, as required by the Texas Board of Nursing.
Current LVNs may apply for advance placement. Special requirements apply - see the link below.
Spring 2026 ADN Student Handbook.pdf
Mission
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program prepares graduates to work safely and effectively as entry-level members of the health care team.
When you finish the program - including general education and nursing courses - you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. You can stop there or keep going and earn a bachelor's degree in nursing. MCC faculty support lifelong learning and career growth as part of your education.
Next Steps & Support
Students who are thinking about nursing ("pre-nursing") should contact Advising & Career Services located on the 2nd floor of the Student Services Center. You can also meet with an advisor via Zoom. For advising hours, please visit mclennan.edu/advising/.
Course approval will be completed for students who are currently enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing program after final grades are entered each semester.
Criminal Background Notice
A criminal background may prevent you from getting a nursing license in Texas. If you have questions, talk to your instructor or program director. You also have the right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing agency.
Licensing in Other States
MCC's ADN and LVN-Transition programs meet the education requirements for a Registered Nurse License in Texas. MCC has not confirmed whether these programs meet the requirements in other states, U.S. territories, or Washington, D.C.
Allow approximately 90 days to process of out-of-state licensure documents.
Contact
254-299-8354
sblackwood@mclennan.edu
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