RN Programs in Akron, Ohio

Get your RN degree in Akron, Ohio - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Akron RN Programs?

RN programs (both campus-based & online RN courses) are medical training programs offered by universities, vocational or technical schools, and community or junior colleges. Some hospitals even offer registered nursing training as an RN diploma.

How do I become an licensed RN?

Each state sets its own RN licensure requirements. In order to earn your RN license, you must pass the NCLEX® examination. The NCLEX® is a comprehensive nursing exam that can only be taken by graduates of nursing programs approved by your state's board of nursing.

Do I need to complete an LPN program before I go to college to get an RN Degree?

No you don't need to complete LPN training before you can get your RN license. An accredited RN Associate Degree program takes 2 years. You can earn your RN Diploma in 3 years. (BSN - 4 years, RN to BSN degrees can be 2-3 years).

Are There Free Nursing Schools in Akron?

The education necessary to become an RN is valuable, and registered nurses make really good money in Ohio. However, students can lower the cost of RN school with financial aid. There are numerous grants and nursing school scholarships in Ohio. They might not make your RN degree free but it can at least be more affordable.

Contact one of the accredited nursing schools listed here to get information about the financial aid you qualify for. Find out more about online nursing schools in Ohio.

RN Job Description

Registered nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients' family members. RNs record patients' medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.

RN Schools Near You & Online Near Akron, Ohio

The University of Akron

  • 302 Buchtel Mall Akron, OH 44325
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, LPN to BSN, Medical Assistant, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (330) 972-7111

Walsh University

  • 2020 East Maple Street North Canton, OH 44720
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (330) 490-7090

Stark State College of Technology

  • 6200 Frank Avenue NW North Canton, OH 44720
    Programs: ADN, Health Information Management-Associate, Medical Assistant, RN
    (330) 494-6170

Malone College

  • 2600 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44709
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    1(800)521-1146

Aultman Hospital

  • 2600 Sixth St. SW Canton, OH 44710
    Programs: ADN, Nuclear Medicine Tech, RN
    (330) 363-6347

Kent State University

  • 800 East Summit Street Kent, OH 44242
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, ADN, BSN, LPN to BSN, MSN, Nursing PhD, Psych Nursing - Certificate, Public Health Nursing, RN, RN to BSN
    (330) 672-2444

Cleveland State University

  • 2121 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (216) 687-2000

Cuyahoga Community College

  • 700 Carnegie Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    1(800)954-8742

Case Western Reserve University

  • 10900 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, OH 44106
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthetist, Nursing PhD, Pediatric Nursing, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (216) 368-2000

Ursuline College

  • 2550 Lander Road Pepper Pike, OH 44124
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner - certificate, LPN to BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (440) 449-4200

Huron School of Nursing

ATS Institute of Technology

Lorain County Community College

  • 1005 N Abbe Road Elyria, OH 44035
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    1(800)995-5222

Lakeland Community College

  • 7700 Clocktower Drive Kirtland, OH 44094
    Programs: ADN, Health Information Management-Associate, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (440) 525-7000

Ashland University

  • 401 College Avenue Ashland, OH 44805
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, LPN to BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (419) 289-4142

Youngstown State University

  • One University Plaza Youngstown, OH 44555
    Programs: BSN, EMT Paramedic, Medical Assistant, MSN, Pediatric Nursing, RN, RN to BSN
    (330) 941-3000

North Central State College

  • 2441 Kenwood Circle Mansfield, OH 44906
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (419) 755-4800

Franciscan University

  • 1235 University Blvd. Steubenville, OH 43952
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (740) 283-3771

Trinity Medical Center

Firelands Regional Medical Center

  • 1111 Hayes Ave. Sandusky, OH 44870
    Programs: RN
    (419) 557-7400

Belmont Technical College

  • 120 Fox-Shannon Place St. Clairsville, OH 43950
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (740) 695-9500

Ohio University

  • 1425 Newark Road Zanesville, OH 43701
    Programs: ADN, Medical Assistant, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (740) 432-4404

Central Ohio Technical College

  • 1179 University Drive Newark, OH 43055
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (740) 366-9494

Marion Technical College

  • 1467 Mount Vernon Ave. Marion, OH 43302
    Programs: ADN, Health Information Management-Associate, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (740) 389-4636

Terra State Community College

  • 2830 Napoleon Rd. Fremont, OH 43416
    Programs: ADN, Health Information Management-Associate, RN
    (419) 334-8400

Otterbein University

  • 1 South Grove Street Westerville, OH 43081
    Programs: BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to MSN
    (614) 890-3000