Application Information

Generic RN

This application is only available to those who have never been enrolled in a Registered Nursing (RN) Program. Applications will be accepted once a year. Applicants who meet eligibility requirements during this cycle will be considered for:

  • Summer/Fall 2026
  • Winter/Spring 2027

Application window: 03/01/2026 - 03/15/2026
Deadline: Sunday, March 15, 2026

To apply for Summer/Fall 2026 and/or Winter/Spring 2027:

  1. Complete the Google Form (<< Click this link) 

  2. Submit all documents listed in the Application Checklist (see below) via email to GCCnursing@glendale.edu

NOTE: It is not mandatory to meet with an Academic Counselor in order to submit your application. Application workshops are available to assist students in filling out and submitting their application. 

Application Timeline:  The dates listed below are an approximate estimate of how applications will be processed. Dates may change, and will be updated on the Announcements” page.

March 1 - First day applications can be accessed and submitted. See schedule for optional Application Workshops

March 15 - Last day to submit application & supporting documents

May 15 - Applicants are notified via email if they meet Tier 1 and Tier 2 of Eligibility Criteria

May 22 - TEAS 7 will be offered by GCC (online) to those who are eligible. Those who have already taken TEAS 7 can send their scores via ATI to GLENDALE CC ADN CA

June 6 - Final selection letters sent via email. Selected students will be notified regarding in-person orientation

June (TBA) - Mandatory in-person orientation to be announced in the acceptance letter 

July 14 - Summer Intersession begins

 

Application Checklist
Application Assistance

Career Ladder (LVN-RN)

This application is for licensed LVNs who would like to obtain their RN license. If funds are available, GCC may offer an LVN-RN Program in Winter/Spring 2027. If the LVN-RN Program is not offered, LVNs will be considered for admission to the Generic RN Program. LVNs do not need to submit a separate application for the LVN-RN pathway at this time. 

Application window: 07/15/2026-08/01/2026

Deadline: Saturday, August 1, 2026 

The application link will be available on this page only during this time period.

NOTE: It is not mandatory to meet with an Academic Counselor in order to submit your application. 

 

Foreign Nurse Graduate (FNG)

This application is for students who completed their nursing education outside of the United States and were advised by the California Board of Registered Nursing that they will need to take individual courses to be eligible for RN licensure. 

Next application cohort: On hold until further notice

Application window: On hold until further notice

Deadline: On hold until further notice

 

RN Program Transfer

This application is for students who were previously enrolled in an RN Program and would like to continue their RN education at Glendale Community College. 

Next application cohort: On hold until further notice

Application window: On hold until further notice

Deadline: On hold until further notice