Louisville Nursing Schools Admissions
Galen College of Nursing, Louisville Admissions
Focused solely on nursing education for students who want to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs), Galen College of Nursing prepares students to become nurses who’ll provide direct care in a variety of settings.
As one of the largest private nursing schools in the U.S., Galen helps its students become high quality healthcare providers ready to enter the workforce as professional nurses. And when they graduate, they will be well prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
Here’s an outline of how to get started on your Louisville Nursing Degree:
- Schedule an appointment to visit our campus. This can easily be done through our web chat feature, by contacting an admissions representative at 502.410.6200, or through our online request more info form.
- During your visit you will get all the information you need, have your questions answered, and have the opportunity to tour our nursing education facilities.
- Upon making a decision to apply to Galen, follow the steps outlined in our Become A Student/Admissions page. These steps will also be thoroughly explained when you visit our campus.
- Don’t wait to apply! Although Galen College of Nursing classes begin quarterly, classes fill quickly. It’s always a good idea to plan ahead and apply early.
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Galen's Louisville campus offers the following nursing programs:
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Associate of Science in Nursing Degree
(Practical Nurse Program + LPN-to-RN Bridge Program) -
LPN-to-RN Bridge Program
- Full-time days, 15-18 months
- Evening and online classes also available
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Practical Nursing Program (LPN)
- Full-time days, 12 months, or
- Part-time evenings, 21 months
Ask your Admissions Representative about Galen's web-enhanced and online course availability.
Galen College begins a new class four times each year. However, class sizes are small and classes do fill quickly so it’s always best to start the application process for Galen's nursing school admissions at your earliest convenience.
To be considered for acceptance into the nursing degree programs at Galen’s Louisville campus, an applicant must meet:
- General Admission Requirements
- Additional Admission Requirements for the LPN-to-RN Bridge Program
Contact an Admissions Representative at 502.410.6200 to find out more about how to become a Nurse by Galen. Or, get more information here on how to get started.
Galen College of Nursing: Not just another nursing school.




