Overview

The College of San Mateo (CSM) Nursing Program provides students with opportunities for learning in the classroom, a high-tech skills lab, at local hospitals, and community health agencies.

CSM Nursing has consistently received approval by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) since the program began in 1963. Upon graduation, the candidate is eligible for an Associate of Science degree in Nursing and is qualified to take the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX) for RNs. The majority of students will concurrently enroll (must apply) in the SFSU BSN program and graduate with both degrees within the same year.

The CSM Nursing Program is a GOLD STAR program indicating higher earnings and living wages after graduation.  Program success and retention rates are above 95% and the NCLEX pass rate is currently 92.45% (2021/22).

Effective May 19, 2023, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on May 19, 2025.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326

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Prospective Students
The CSM nursing program is a 2-year program. Upon graduation, the candidate is eligible for an Associate of Science degree in Nursing (ASN) and is qualified to take the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX) for RNs.

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Prospective Nursing Instructors
Are you an experienced RN? Do you want to give back and teach? Join TNT (The Nursing Team) at College of San Mateo, fostering the growth of future nurses thru excellent instruction.

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