Arizona College of Nursing - Chesapeake

Campus life is minimal—this is a commuter school where students come for classes and clinicals, not football games or Greek life. The Chesapeake campus at 545 Belaire Ave serves the Hampton Roads region with flexible scheduling (including evening options) for working adults. While Niche reviews mention limited social activities, the school fosters camaraderie through nursing-focused events like the 'Social Scrub Squad'. Housing and traditional college amenities are nonexistent; students must secure their own lodging.

Graduates earn a median $36,427 one year post-graduation—below the national average for BSN holders, likely reflecting entry-level positions. The school's 9% 4-year graduation rate (per data from its Tempe campus) suggests significant attrition, though those who persist benefit from NCLEX-focused training. AZCN recently earned Military Friendly® designation, indicating support for veteran students transitioning into nursing careers.

With an average net price of $33,626/year after aid, AZCN-Chesapeake sits at the pricier end for nursing schools—though 100% of students receive grants averaging $9,077. The financial aid office emphasizes loan options over merit scholarships, and the accelerated 3-year timeline means less lost earnings than a traditional 4-year program. Prospective students should run the Net Price?Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. Calculator carefully; this is a significant investment for a school with shaky graduation rates.

AZCN-Chesapeake is the anti-liberal-arts nursing school—no gen eds, no campus life, just a laser-focused BSN pipeline. Its 8-week terms and hybrid options cater to adult learners, while the 100% acceptance rate?Acceptance rateThe share of applicants a college admits in a given year. A 10% acceptance rate means it admits about 1 in 10 applicants. provides access to students shut out of competitive public programs. But buyer beware: the low graduation rates and high cost demand serious commitment. Ideal for self-directed career-changers who view nursing as a ticket, not a transformation.