Saint Anthony College of Nursing Program Review

Saint Anthony College of Nursing (SACN) operates on two campuses in Rockford, Illinois. A small private college, Saint Anthony College of Nursing educates just fewer than 200 students in undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. The college is affiliated with Order of Saint Francis (OSF) Saint Anthony Medical Center and accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. Formerly known as the OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center School of Nursing, the program has been in operation since 1915 and has educated nurses in the Christian tradition.

Nursing Degree Programs

Nursing programs at St. Anthony College of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Saint Anthony College of Nursing Undergraduate Nursing Programs

Saint Anthony College of Nursing offers undergraduate BSN programs, both for pre-nurses (not yet licensed Registered Nurses) as well as current RNs (Registered Nurses) who have completed a diploma or ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) program. Admission requirements include an overall GPA of 2.5 and a GPA of 2.7 in at least one prerequisite course.

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) Program

The BSN program at Saint Anthony College of Nursing is an upper division program, admitting students who have completed general education requirements and need to complete nursing courses in the final two years of study to earn a BSN. The program may be completed in four semesters. Last year, graduates of Saint Anthony College of Nursing had a 100% NCLEX pass rate.

RN to BSN Program

The RN to BSN program is designed for working RNs desiring to complete their BSN. The program is flexible and is delivered in a hybrid format, with online and in-person courses. A total of 128 credits are required to earn the BSN qualification. Admission requirements to the program include an ADN or AAS (Associate of Applied Science in Nursing), minimum “C” average in previous coursework, and an Illinois RN license.

High School Early Entry Option

Provisional acceptance to the nursing program for high school students requires a minimum 3.25 GPA and science courses for 2.5 out of the 4 years of high school. The 3.25 GPA requirement only applies to the last 7 semesters of high school education. Upon satisfactory completion of nursing course prerequisites including meeting GPA requirements, students are formally admitted to the nursing program.

Saint Anthony College of Nursing Graduate Programs

MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)

MSN programs at St. Anthony College of Nursing are offered in several areas of specialization. Students may choose from, FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner), CNS (Clinical Nurse Specialist), Clinical Nurse Leader (CNS) and Nurse Educator specializations. The master’s program is designed in a hybrid format with students meeting in-person and completing online coursework. Designed with the working nurse in mind, the MSN program is intended to be completed on a part-time basis. The program prepares nurses to take the certification exam in their respective area of study.

Saint Anthony College of Nursing Non-Degree Programs

Student at Large (BSN-SAL and MSN-SAL) Program

Students are eligible to take nursing courses at St. Anthony College of Nursing through SAL (Student-at-Large) programs. Courses are available at both the BSN and MSN level. Students who desire to enter a nursing degree program must formally apply and be admitted to the program.

Parish Nurse

The Parish Nurse course is available for students who would like to practice nursing in a faith-based setting. Standards and curriculum approved by the Scope and Standards for Faith Community Nursing and the International Parish Nurse Resource Center are utilized in the program.

Saint Anthony College of Nursing Certificate Programs

Post-master’s FNP Certificate

Nurses with a masters degree may further specialize their degree by pursuing a post-master’s certificate as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Upon completion of the course, nurses are eligible to take the related certification exam. Graduates of the program will receive a certificate and can work with individuals, families and children providing care across the lifespan.

Contact:
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
5658 East State Street
Rockford, IL 61108

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