Answer the call to care and leadership with the Casper College nursing program. As the backbone of the healthcare system, nurses combine scientific expertise with deep human compassion. Whether you are a traditional student starting your journey or a nontraditional learner seeking a stable, high-impact career change, our program provides the rigorous clinical and classroom training you need. At Casper College, we prioritize “Student Success” through our ReNEW (Revolutionizing Nursing Education in Wyoming) curriculum, a statewide partnership that streamlines your path from classroom to bedside. Join the H.E. Stuckenhoff Department of Nursing and gain the confidence to “take flight” as a healthcare professional.
We offer a professional associate degree and a stackable certificate designed for progressive career growth.
Casper College is a national leader in “affordable excellence,” consistently ranking as one of the best values for higher education in Wyoming. We are committed to helping you understand the investment you are making in your future by providing transparent cost information and personalized support. While individual costs vary based on residency and course load, many students use a combination of federal grants, the Hathaway Scholarship, and other funding sources to help manage their educational expenses.
We encourage you to use our net price calculator and contact our financial aid office for a customized estimate of your costs and aid eligibility.
The nursing profession offers unparalleled job security and the flexibility to work in diverse environments.
Our program is fully approved by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing and is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This gold-standard accreditation ensures that your education meets the highest quality standards and is recognized by employers and universities nationwide.
The A.D.N. is a powerful stepping stone. Thanks to the ReNEW statewide curriculum, our graduates can transition seamlessly into the University of Wyoming’s online B.S.N. program. This allows you to begin working as a Registered Nurse in your community while completing your Bachelor of Science in Nursing through a 100% online format. By starting at CC, you receive personalized clinical instruction—often with a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio—giving you a distinct advantage at the university level. Learn more at Transfer Agreements.
Graduates of the nursing program are expected to demonstrate clinical competence, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making in diverse healthcare environments. They will be prepared to provide patient-centered care, collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams, and promote health and wellness across the lifespan.
Continuing education in nursing offers licensed nurses opportunities to expand their knowledge, refine clinical skills, and stay current with evolving healthcare practices. These programs support lifelong learning and professional advancement through specialized courses, certifications, and leadership training.
Nursing handbooks serve as essential guides outlining program expectations, academic policies, clinical requirements, and professional standards. They help students navigate their nursing education with clarity and ensure alignment with institutional and regulatory guidelines.
Students in a nursing program may also have access to career services, counseling, library research support, and peer mentoring programs. These additional resources are designed to promote academic success, personal well-being, and professional readiness throughout their nursing education.
You can download it from the Resources section of this web page. Or you can call Lupe at 307-268-2235 and she will be happy to mail you a copy of the guidebook.
Each year there is a different pool of candidates. We never know how many people will apply. In the past couple of years it has been between 40-50 applicants each semester.
We admit 32 students to start in January and August.
Students earn points based on degree GPA, TEAS test scores, and grades they receive in pre-requisite courses and in selected general education courses. Students with the highest points are admitted. See the “Admission Ranking Worksheet” in the Guide to ReNEW AD Nursing for a detailed description.
We do not utilize a waiting list. After accepting the initial students, we rank the remaining qualified applicants according to their point totals and create an alternate list. Because some students maybe provisionally admitted while enrolled in pre-requisite courses, confirmed admissions will take place upon posting of final grades. If accepted students decline or become inelegible, applicants from the alternate list will be invited to join the program. This list remains viable until beginning of the semester and then becomes void. We begin the following admissions period with no preference given to those applicants who had been on the alternate list.
Beginning Fall 2026, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is no longer required for admission to the Casper College Nursing Program.
Admissions will be based on a points-based selection process. Applicants with healthcare-related certifications may earn additional admission points:
5 points – Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
3 points – Any other recognized healthcare-related certification
While a CNA certification is no longer required, it remains beneficial and can strengthen an applicant’s admission score.
In the Fall of 2016 there was a curriculum change to the ReNEW curriculum. We offer an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). The ReNEW curriculum is a BSN curriculum with an ADN benchmark so students can become an RN and transition into the BSN program offered on-line through UW . There are some areas that are covered more extensively in the baccalaureate degree. These include research and a greater emphasis on leadership. Basic nursing content is the same in both levels of education. Graduates of both degrees take the same licensing exam, the NCLEX-RN.
After being accepted, the program is 2 years (4 semesters).
Casper College offers many courses via distance education including online courses. See the current college catalog for an up-to-date listing of courses offered, including those offered online. All nursing classes utilize the internet (MyCCMoodle) to augment the course’s delivery.
Nursing students or Nursing program applicants who would like a chance for Wyoming Investment in Nursing (WYIN) funds need to contact Align at 800-999-6541 extension 9019 or 9051. Their application and self certification form must be returned to the Enrollment Services office, 3rd floor Gateway Center.
The instructors are phenomenal—they are supportive and truly want you to succeed. I’ve felt prepared and confident in every clinical experience.
Director of Nursing
Academic Assistant, School of Health Science
Dean, School of Health Science
