In addition to applying to Rio, Allied Health & Nursing Admissions require subsequent applications, requirements, and testing. The requirements are in place to ensure that you are ready to take on the additional demands of the program. With limited clinical spaces and accreditation requirements, these programs can be extremely competitive. It is important to meet application deadlines.
Please see the application links below.
Application Deadline: February 1 (each year). You may apply for more than one program; you would need to meet each program's prerequisite requirements and fill out each program’s application form.
• Prerequisite Courses: High school or college biology, algebra, and chemistry passed with a grade of “C” or higher
• High school or college GPA of 2.5 or higher (DMS requires a GPA of 3.0)
• Current high school and college transcripts attached to applications
• General admission/acceptance status of University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
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Traditional RN (two years)
Fall Start. Application deadline April 1. Additional requirement: ATI TEAS admission exam by invitation only. Invitations offered after applications have been submitted and eligibility confirmed. ATI TEAS Testing deadline May 4, 2026.
Accelerated Track On Campus LPN to RN Program Full-Time face to face (1 year, must have an active LPN License to apply)
Spring Start. Application deadline January 5, 2026. Additional Requirement: ATI PN Predictor Entrance Exam by invitation only. Invitations offered after applications have been submitted and eligibility confirmed. ATI PN Predictor Testing deadline January 16, 2026.
Hybrid LPN to RN Program Part-Time Online (2 years, must have an active LPN License to apply)
Fall Start. Application deadline June 1, 2026. Additional Requirement: ATI PN Predictor Entrance Exam by invitation only. Invitations offered after applications have been submitted and eligibility confirmed. ATI PN Predictor Testing deadline June 15, 2026.
As a licensed RN, you are eligible to enroll in Rio’s fully online, affordable Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program—offering you the quality of a university degree at a community college tuition rate.
Whether you prefer full-time or part-time study, our flexible format is designed to fit your schedule while preparing you for advanced roles in nursing practice and leadership.
To get started, you’ll need:
- A valid, unrestricted, and active RN license from any U.S. state
- A minimum 3.0 GPA (applicants with a 2.5 GPA or higher will be considered on a case-by-case basis)
- Official transcripts and RN license verification
- Selection of your preferred semester start date from the dropdown menu
Your future in nursing leadership begins here—and we’re excited to help you achieve it. Welcome to Rio!