Program Details

This program is 3 semesters long. NOTE that this program admits on a space available basis only. The application process is competitive, and applicants are evaluated based on the Multi-Criteria Point System. Seats in the LVN-RN program are offered to applicants with the highest points. Once enrolled, the student will start the program in the second semester and N117-MS will not be required. We do not keep a waiting list of students. We do encourage you to reapply or apply to our Generic RN program, should you not be initially admitted to the program.

LVN APPLICATION DATES

Applications Accepted*	Enrollment Start*	Email Notification Sent**	Current Status
June 1- 10, 2025	Fall 2025 Classes start date to follow	July 2025	Application will open June 1, 2025 LVN-RN ONLINE APPLICATION
November 1 - 10, 2024	Spring 2025 Classes start January 27, 2025	December 2024-January 2025	CLOSED 11/15 - 11/22: Decisions will be emailed. Please contact nursing@palomar.edu if you do not receive an email by 11/23.
*Application and Enrollment dates are subject to change. **All students will receive a notification via email, regardless of the admission decision.

Admission Requirements

• A current active California LVN license in good standing from an accredited LVN program
• High school diploma or equivalency or higher degree (Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s in any subject)
• Proof of minimum 6 months work experience as an LVN/LPN
• Successful completion of all prerequisite coursework
  • No grade lower than a “C” for every class required, general education and nursing, will be accepted
• Successful completion of the TEAS exam with a score of 62% or higher
• OPTIONAL: Successful completion of an LVN to RN transition course

How to Apply

1. Review the Application Checklist to confirm you have all your documents ready for uploading

• A copy of your high school diploma, GED, CHSPE, OR highest level of US degree awarded (Associate, Bachelor’s or Master’s in any subject)
• All unofficial transcripts of coursework (including those from Palomar College)
• All unofficial copies of TEAS attempts – including outdated exams
• A copy of your current California LVN license
• Supporting documentation for any points attempting to be received for any other category

2. Fill out and complete the Online LVN to RN Application

• Make sure that your documents are in PDF format and named correctly for an easy and quick application experience.
• You will receive a confirmation email once submitted.
  • If you need to step away and complete your application at another time, you will receive a special link to resume your application.

LVN Multi-Criteria Point Calculation

Important information to review before applying:

• Palomar ID:
  • You must register with Palomar College to obtain a student ID number before you submit your application. Your Palomar ID is a requirement on the application.
• Transcripts:
  • Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Make sure all pages are included.
    • If accepted to the program, official transcripts will be required at that time.
  • If you attended Palomar College, we will need to submit a copy of these transcripts as well.
• Required Courses:
  • All required courses must be completed and have a grade issued; otherwise we cannot calculate your GPA.
  • No grade lower than a “C” will be accepted for all required courses, general education and nursing, for the associate’s degree.
  • If you are using AP scores to clear a GE requirement, please submit a copy of the score report. We will not accept a college transcripts that shows AP scores as credit.
• ATI TEAS exams:
  • All copies of the attempted TEAS Version 7 exams must be submitted, including non-passing scores.
    • You can print free copies directly from your account on the ATI website.
  • The TEAS Version 7 was implemented on June 3, 2022. We will only accept TEAS Version 7 for the Spring 2024 application period and moving forward.
  • Proctored in-person and online test results are accepted. 
  • The retake policy has been updated. Visit THIS PAGE for more details.
• Application Processing:
  • Applications will close on the last day. No late applications will be accepted.
  • We do not keep transcripts or applications on file. All application documents are shredded after the completion of the selection process.
    • If you are reapplying, you will need to resubmit your application and supporting documents.
  • The application process takes several weeks to complete.
  • Once accepted applicants are selected, we notify them in groups. Not all applicants are notified at one time.
    • All notifications are sent to the email address provided on the application.
  • Every applicant will receive a notification of their admission decision.

Please reference the College Catalog link 2024-2025 Catalog for more details, acceptable class choices, and full course descriptions. Locate our degree options under Nursing Education.  

LVN to RN Challenge Policy