Merritt College Nursing Program
Associate Degree Nursing Program
“Please note: Online and hybrid classes with virtual labs will no longer be accepted for the Fall 2025 application period.”
Important Update: Fall 2025 Admissions for Merritt College ADN Program
Merritt College has made the difficult decision to pause admissions for the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program’s first-year cohort for Fall 2025.
This temporary pause reflects our commitment to maintaining a high-quality nursing education that aligns with the standards set by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Due to recent faculty retirements, staffing transitions, and the need to finalize key curriculum updates and program evaluation measures, the program is taking this time to stabilize and strengthen its foundation.
Rather than compromise the rigor and integrity of our training, Merritt College is investing in the future of the ADN program by hiring new faculty, revising our curriculum, revitalizing our technology, and preparing for a stronger relaunch in Fall 2026.
What this means for applicants:
- The ADN program will not accept first-year applications for the 2025–2026 academic year.
- If you submitted documents for Fall 2025, you may reference this submission in your next application cycle.
- You are also welcome to resubmit updated documents during the next filing period.
- Updates about future admissions and deadlines will be posted on this site.
We understand this news may be disappointing, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure long-term program quality and student success.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Merritt College Nursing Program directly.
The Merritt College ADN curriculum is a two-year program. Merritt College and the ADN Program have made every reasonable effort to assure that information contained on this web page is accurate and current. To adhere to and implement state regulation, information and requirements are subject to change without notice. Therefore, Merritt College and the Allied Health Department reserve the right to add, amend, or repeal any of their rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to comply with state or district regulations.
Merritt College Nursing (ADN) Selectees and Graduates
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Student Type
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2020
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2021
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2022
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2023
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2024
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Selected
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40
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26
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30
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N/A
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30
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Re-Admit
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5
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3
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4
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0
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3
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Graduates
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22
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10
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30
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17
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21
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NCLEX
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95%
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90%
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87%
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100%
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90%
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Students are well-prepared for the California State NCLEX exam when they complete the ADN program at Merritt College. The pass rate for recent years is available on the web
ADN to BSN – Advanced Placement Option
Current Merritt College ADN students can make a seamless transition to the Cal State East Bay BSN program. The student should meet with a Merritt College counselor to review their coursework and eligibility for CSUEB. Additionally, transfer courses used to satisfy pre-requisites must be evaluated by the CSUEB Nursing Admission Coordinator as part of the application process.
The ADN to BSN Advanced Placement Option allows the ADN student to continue their education and complete the BSN program in one year. This is a 12 month intensive program where all courses are on-line except for the Community Health Practicum and the Health Assessment course. The program begins with enrollment to the upper division leadership theory course that is taught on-line while the student is in the last semester of the ADN program. The incoming ADN student will be awarded 20 upper division college credit units for passing the NCLEX-RN exam.
Eligibility and application process:
1) Current Enrollment in Merritt ADN program.
2) Meet all CSUEB admission requirements.
3) Complete both of the following applications with CSUEB between October 1st and November 30 of your 3rd semester in Merritt ADN program:
a) CSUEB Admission Application (fee) AND
b) CSUEB RN-BSN Supplemental Application (no fee).
For more information and the application, go to: Cal State East Bay ADN to BSN Program.
Nursing Degrees, Prerequisites, and Eligibility Requirements
Nursing Courses
