GCU’s Nursing Program in the Denver Area
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Overview

16-Month Nursing Program (ABSN) in the Denver Area1

If you’re searching for a nursing school near Denver, GCU has an option for you. Our accelerated nursing program in Denver (Englewood, CO) can help you earn your BSN degree in as little as 16 months.

As a private, Christian university, GCU instills a Christian worldview perspective into our course materials. As you complete your nursing coursework, you will be taught about the importance of ethical, moral treatment in healthcare, as well as treating all patients with compassion and dignity

ABSN Pathway at GCU: Faith-Based Path to Nursing

Combine Online Learning With In-Person Labs

This program consists of a combination of online learning with in-person skills labs,2 immersive simulation and clinical rotations to provide you with a convenient, comprehensive nursing education. For more information on the ABSN program available in Colorado, please see our complete program course list. 

Online Courses

You will be able to complete some of your coursework online. This provides you with an opportunity to complete your program in a flexible format while still experiencing an in-depth educational experience.2

Immersive Simulation and Skills Labs

As an ABSN student, you can gain critical hands-on experience through immersive simulation and in-person skills lab training. This offers you the chance to put your learning into practice before interacting with patients.

Clinical Experiences

Your clinical rotations will take place around the Denver area. Clinical rotations allow you to work first-hand with patients as you continue to learn from knowledgeable faculty and healthcare professionals in the industry.

Why GCU

Why Choose GCU for Your ABSN Near Denver?

While searching for your ideal nursing school near Denver, there are many different aspects to take into consideration. GCU offers three start dates per year for our ABSN students, allowing you to enroll during a time that works best for you.

Admission

ABSN Denver Area Admission Process

Eligibility for GCU’s ABSN program may vary depending on the specific program site location. To be eligible for our nursing program in Denver (Englewood, CO), you will need to meet specific educational and prerequisite course requirements. To determine your eligibility and to learn more about enrolling, fill out the form on this page to speak with a university counselor.

Career Outlook

Nursing Career Outlook in Denver 

There are currently more than 96,000 healthcare workers employed by the state of Colorado.3 However, there is still a projected shortage of 54,000 of these workers by 2026, with 10,000 of those estimated to be registered nurses.The nursing workforce gap in many cities is an important challenge to face. By enrolling in your accelerated nursing program near Denver, you have the opportunity to complete your degree in 16 months,1 allowing you to become a part of the solution that helps close these gaps and contribute to improving the healthcare workforce in your community sooner.

$87,330

Median annual salary for registered nurses in Denver as of May 20234

Accelerated BSN in the Denver Area for Non-Nursing Degree Holders

With multiple nursing pathways available, GCU’s ABSN program in Denver (Englewood, CO) is designed for individuals who have either a non-nursing degree or for those with transfer credits or no prior coursework.

This hybrid format allows those with a desire to earn their BSN the opportunity to complete their degree by taking their classes online,2 while also attending in-person skills labs, immersive simulations and clinical rotations in the Denver area.

FAQ

Denver Area Accelerated Nursing Program FAQs

We’ve put together some frequently asked questions about attending a Denver nursing program to help guide you in your process of finding the ideal ABSN program for you.

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Learning Site

Denver (Englewood, CO) ABSN Learning Site

10700 E. Geddes Ave. Suite 200 
Englewood, CO 80112

View our Postsecondary State Authorizations and SARA and State Disclosures information for Colorado. 

 

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Explore Denver Attractions and Activities

The Denver area offers a variety of exciting, adventurous attractions and activities for GCU’s ABSN students. The landscape itself offers plentiful opportunities for hiking, sightseeing, biking, golfing and many other favorite outdoor activities. Rocky Mountain National Park, located only an hour and a half from Denver, is one of the most popular attractions in the state of Colorado, offering over 355 miles of hiking trails, 147 lakes and 77 mountains that are taller than 12,000 feet.

For music lovers, the Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a stunning, notorious destination to visit. Experience a concert at this venue that has been booked by some of the biggest names in music, including the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and The Grateful Dead. You can even attend a Yoga on the Rocks class or catch a Film on the Rocks during your visit.6

The Denver area also offers numerous amusement parks, museums, historical attractions, shopping destinations and food and beverage options. Denver’s 16th Street Mall is a well-known area, connecting all of downtown Denver. Another location with various opportunities to explore and immerse yourself in what Denver has to offer, this mall showcases 42 outdoor cafes, 12 movie theatres and over 24 shops and restaurants, as well as big-name attractions such as Denver Union Station, Civic Center Park and the Colorado State Capitol. Along with multiple breweries and brewpubs, you can plan to spend a whole day exploring what this bustling area has to offer.7 

With the endless attractions and opportunities to explore, you’ll seldom be bored in the Mile High City as you pursue your ABSN degree near Denver. 

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Start Your Journey Today 

If you’re ready to begin your nursing career in the Denver area, request more information. 

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ABSN-Related Disclaimers

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Pre-Licensure, Accelerated (ABSN) program at our Colorado location in Englewood, CO does not currently hold national nursing accreditation. This may limit future educational and career options for students. (CO Board of Nursing, 3 CCR 716-1, E. 4.)

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Pre-Licensure, Accelerated (ABSN) program in Englewood, CO has been granted Interim Approval from the Colorado Board of Nursing and has been granted Provisional Authorization by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education to admit students and conduct the nursing education program in the state of Colorado (3 CCR 716- 1(F) (3) of Rule 1.2) (CCHE Policy I, J 3.00, 3.04.01b).

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Grand Canyon University’s Englewood, Colorado location is pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation). Applying for accreditation does not guarantee that accreditation will be granted.

Other Disclaimers and Citations

  1. Secondary Applicants must transfer a minimum of 60 of the required 123 credits or have completed a baccalaureate degree which includes nine prerequisite courses/labs and 10 general education courses prior to starting the core nursing courses, which can be completed in as few as 16 months. Direct Entry Applicants that do not transfer 60 credits but meet the minimum requirements can complete these credits through GCU prior to starting the core nursing courses. Depending on the state where student has enrolled or intends to complete the program, student may require additional courses. This may include, but is not limited to, additional general education courses, courses in the major, clinical courses, or a different course sequence. See the University Policy Handbook.
  2. Clinical, practicum and immersion hours completed locally.

  3. Colorado Hospital Association. (n.d.). Colorado Health Care Workforce. Retrieved Feb. 6, 2024.
  4. The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Registered Nurses, as of May 2023, retrieved June 19, 2024. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as registered nurses, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc., against a pool of candidates.
  5. Denver.org. (n.d.). Rocky Mountain National Park. Retrieved Feb. 6, 2024.
  6. Denver.org. (n.d.). 5 Ways To Fall in Love With Red Rocks. Retrieved Feb. 6, 2024.
  7. Denver.org. (n.d.). Denver’s 16th Street Mall. Retrieved Feb. 6, 2024. 

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