Colorado Mountain College

Colorado Mountain College (CMC) is a completely accredited institution that offers both two-year and four-year degrees. This college was found in 1965 and it offers an impressive number of different degrees and certificate opportunities. Students can expect the institution to grant more than 100 bachelor degrees, associate degrees, and certificates, giving prospective students many different avenues to consider. This college serves around 20,000 students annually, making it among the largest colleges in the area. CMC is ranked very high in both the graduation rate and the transfer rate to other universities. In 2012, the US Department of Education ranked CMC third in a list of most affordable bachelor degree programs.

Students will be able to pursue either an AAS degree in nursing or a bachelor of science in nursing degree. Both programs will prepare students for careers as registered nurses. Students can expect to gain experience to work in hospitals, clinics, schools, and anywhere else that RNs are required. The NCLEX-RN licensure exam success rates of students that attend this program are very impressive. With success rates of 94%, far above the national average, this program is very appealing for any prospective nurse that wants to succeed as an RN. Both programs are approved by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.