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Make a difference in healthcare by pursuing an Allen College degree. Small class sizes, high certification pass rates, and excellent faculty make Allen College graduates sought after nationwide.

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• Advance your education through the RN-DNP program.
• No BSN required to start.
• Save time and money by seamlessly completing your DNP.

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The tuition charges for non-resident students (out of state) do not change.

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The amount of financial aid for which students are eligible depends on financial need as determined by the FAFSA processor.

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Why Choose Allen College

  • Licensure exam pass rates for Allen College students exceed both state and national averages.
  • Both nursing and health sciences career paths offered to help you find the best fit.  
  • Simulation lab provides hands-on experiential learning.
  • Plastinated cadavers as part of the Van G. Miller Foundation Anatomy Lab add more unique learning opportunities.
  • Affiliation with UnityPoint Health streamlines a wide range of clinical and employment opportunities across the health system that spans three states.
 

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87% of students received financial aid
95% weighted pass rate average of all programs
10:1 student to faculty ratio

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Construction Begins on Allen College’s Simulation Lab Expansion

WATERLOO – Construction is underway on the expansion of the simulation lab by Allen College – UnityPoint Health. The expansion will add more than 8,000 square feet to the south side of McElroy Hall and essentially quadruple the current lab space. The addition will enhance simulated learning for the students in nursing and health sciences programs.

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Allen Hospital and Allen College Celebrate Centennial with Community-Focused Weekend Event

Allen Hospital and Allen College marked a historic milestone with a three-day celebration held October 3–5, 2025, commemorating 100 years of service to the community.

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Allen College is a 2025 Great College to Work For

Allen College has been recognized by ModernThink® and The Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For!

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