Associate Degree
Table Rock Campus
All applications will be ranked via a Two-Phase Point System. See the Application Selection Point Process section for details.
Application Selection Point Process
The RCC Nursing Program application process will use the following selection criteria and point system for all Nursing programs unless otherwise noted.
Note: The college reserves the rights to update point values for future academic years.
Prerequisite/preparatory courses completed before the program application deadline will be utilized to calculate the GPA and assignment of points in the selection/admission process. GPA points will be rounded to hundredths and assigned using the following range table:
ADN Program (minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.0):
3.67-4.00 = 25 points
3.33-3.66 = 23 points
3.20-3.32 = 20 points
3.15-3.19 = 17 points
2 points – completion of BI231, BI232 and BI233 (A&P with labs) completed prior to the current application deadline.
2 points – official transcript providing proof of an associate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Please see the Prerequisite Completion requirements for a detailed prerequisite list.
2 points - Completion of ALL OCNE prerequisite and preparatory credits (45+) before the application deadline.
Requires proof of residency.
4 points - Josephine or Jackson County residents.
4 points - Military veteran (with proof of honorable discharge) or active service (e.g., National Guard).
Requires DD214, NGB 22 or proof of current military service, such as an LES.
Up to 15 points - may be awarded for paid, hands-on patient care experience within the past five years, supported by a current, unencumbered state license or national certification.
Eligible roles include CNA or CMA (OSBN registry), LPN, respiratory therapist, EMT, paramedic, nationally certified medical assistant or armed services medic/corpsman.
Points will be awarded based on verified work experience in these roles. Points for work experience meeting requirements above will be awarded as follows:
- 900-1248 hours = 6 points
- 1249-1872 hours = 9 points
- 1873-3744 hours = 12 points
- ≥3744 hours = 15 points
Applicants with other Oregon or national health care certifications may request a Health Care Work Experience Form be filled out by their current/previous employer(s), with proof of licensure/certification, required work hours and an explanation of how their role involves hands-on patient care and relates to nursing practice. Experience will be evaluated for relevance, with 0-15 points awarded.
No points will be awarded for work experience without proof of state licensure or national certification with their application, or if the applicant submits licensure/certification and no Work Experience Form (or incomplete form).
Access to the Healthcare Work Experience Form will be given during the application process. Please submit your application with ample time for your previous employer to fill it out before the application deadline.
Start your Application
Application fees are non-refundable and must be paid to the RCC Campus Marketplace (AFTER March 1 but BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION). Fees are as follows:
o Application Fee – $100
Payments can be made when the application window opens.
Once payment is received, a confirmation email will be sent to both the applicant
(via your RCC student email) and the Nursing department.
Please save the Marketplace confirmation email for proof of payment during the application process If you don't see the email, please check your junk mail. If no confirmation is received, the payment is incomplete.
Please gather and perform all RCC Nursing Program Pre-Application Procedures before advancing to the application.
- Submit Official Transcripts if you are transferring to RCC or have previous college credits.
- Submit your ATI TEAS Exam Transcript.
- Provide a copy of your Marketplace receipt verifying proof of Application Fee Payment.
- Provide additional supporting documents:
- Military Documents (if applicable)
- Current health care workforce license/certification or report from licensing body showing active status.
- Complete and submit the RCC Nursing Program Application.
The 2026-27 RCC Nursing Program Application is closed.
Following application evaluation in Phase I, the top-ranked applicants will be invited to sit for an essay session. The essay portion of the application will consist of multiple scenario-based questions for response. The essay is worth a maximum of 30 points to be added to your Phase I score. You will not receive a copy of your essay score.
All applicants will receive notice of their status by May 1, 2027. If you do not receive an email, please contact the nursing office AFTER THAT DATE by emailing nursingapplicationFREERogue%20Community%20College.
While applicants should continue working to complete their prerequisite coursework, you should NOT pursue meeting the clinical requirements before being offered a seat in the nursing program. Applicants with an admissions offer will receive specific directions from the Nursing Department on how to fulfill these requirements. This information will be sent to your RCC student email.
After you Apply
Applicants offered a seat in the LPN to RN Advanced Placement Bridge program must complete all outstanding prerequisite courses (45+ credits) by the end of term prior to starting nursing courses.
In addition, prior to beginning nursing courses, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Pass a criminal background check from an agency designated by RCC.
- Pass a 10-panel drug screen from a lab designated by RCC.
- Submit proof of current immunizations and current American Heart Association BLS certification for health care providers.
Applicants should NOT pursue meeting the Phase III requirements before being offered a seat in the nursing program. Applicants with an admissions offer will receive specific directions from the Nursing Department on how to fulfill these requirements. This information will be sent to your RCC student email.
Follow the link for more information on Student Clinical Requirements for RCC Nursing Programs.
All deadlines and timelines are subject to change. Please check your email and this webpage often to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Applicants will receive notice of their status by May 1, 2027, to their RCC student email. If you do not receive an email, please contact the nursing office AFTER THAT DATE by emailing nursingFREERogue%20Community%20College.
