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Admissions

How to Apply to Calby's Nursing Program.

Applying is straightforward. Pay the $20 admission fee through our secure Stripe link, complete the short application form, and our admissions team will reach out within 5 business days to confirm your eligibility and match you with a partner college near you.

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Step by step

The admissions process.

  1. Step 1 · Today

    Pay the $20 application fee

    Submit your $20 admission fee through our secure Stripe payment link. This covers your full admissions review. Tuition is completely separate and fully sponsored by Calby.

  2. Step 2 · Immediately after payment

    Complete the application form

    You'll be redirected to a short form after payment. Tell us your name, contact details, which program you want (RN or LVN/LPN), and your general location so we can match you with a nearby partner college.

  3. Step 3 · Within 5 business days

    Admissions review

    Our team reviews your application, confirms your eligibility, and reaches out by email and phone with next steps, your matched partner college, and program start information.

  4. Step 4 · Program start

    Begin your 48-week training

    Start your online coursework with your assigned partner college. All instruction is online except six intensive weeks of in-person clinicals at your matched location.

What you need to apply

Admissions requirements.

Calby's program is designed to remove barriers, not add them.

What is required

  • $20 admission application fee
  • Valid government-issued ID
  • US residency
  • Reliable internet access for online coursework
  • Ability to attend six weeks of in-person clinicals at your matched partner college

What is NOT required

  • Prior college credits or a degree
  • Healthcare work experience
  • Prerequisite courses
  • College transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
Ready to apply?

Start your application for $20 today.

Tuition is fully sponsored by Calby. You'll hear back within 5 business days. Choose RN or LVN/LPN when you fill out the form.

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Still have questions? Read our FAQ or compare RN vs LVN.