Associate Degree in Nursing
Why choose Geisinger School of Nursing?
When I think of nursing, I think of empathy, dedication and heart. When I think of nursing at Geisinger, I see all of that — and so much more. I see growth. Collaboration. Respect. Support.
At Geisinger, nurses thrive in an environment where their voices matter and leadership is valued. This is especially true in how we approach nursing education.
Our programs emphasize immersive, hands-on learning that connects students with patients from day 1. Guided by experienced and encouraging faculty, students build the confidence to engage with patients and families — at a stage when many other programs are still focused on classroom instruction.
Students also learn alongside nurse leaders and mentors who introduce them to the many paths nursing can take, including research, advanced practice, leadership and teaching. Many of our students even secure nursing positions before they graduate.
For those who dream of making a difference in their communities, supporting patients through life’s toughest moments, and growing into compassionate professionals —Geisinger is where those dreams begin. If this sounds like your calling, we’re ready to welcome you.
Lauren Weaver, MSN, RN, CNE
Interim Director of the Geisinger School of Nursing
Earn an Associate Degree in Nursing
At Geisinger School of Nursing, you’ll get an excellent education and hands-on clinical experience, enabling you to begin a secure and rewarding career as a nurse in as little as two years.
We offer one program of study in professional nursing that awards an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Graduates are eligible to apply for the National Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) to become a registered nurse.
To complete the ADN program, you must complete 70 credits — 46 credits offered by the school and 24 credits of college courses offered by Harrisburg Area Community College. Or you can complete these 24 credits at a college of your choice.
If you’re an LPN, you can complete the program sooner.
As an LPN, you’re eligible for advanced placement and granted eighteen credits when you:
- Meet all admission and prerequisite requirements
- Are a graduate of a board-approved program
- Have a current LPN license and is in good standing
- Meet all written work and testing with satisfactory performance in the transition course to continue in the program*
*Additional theory and clinical time may be recommended, even if advanced standing is granted.