Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield

The three-year BSN program is the sole academic offering, blending classroom lectures, hands-on simulations, and clinical rotations in Detroit-area hospitals. The curriculum is strictly vocational—no liberal arts requirements or electives. Key details:

• NCLEX pass rate: 87% (2024), below the national average of ~90%
• No majors or minors—just a single-track BSN
• Partnership with Oakland Schools Technical Campuses for pipeline recruitment
• Accelerated format: Year-round enrollment with minimal breaks

Student reviews highlight a high workload and mixed opinions on faculty support, with some praising the focused approach while others critique the pace.

Campus life is minimalist and career-focused, with no dorms, Greek life, or athletics. The Southfield location (a Detroit suburb) offers urban healthcare exposure but little traditional college socializing. What exists:

• Tutoring/workshops: Academic support like HESI prep and study skills coaching
• No student housing—commuter-only
• Limited clubs: Mostly nursing-related (e.g., skills labs)
• ADA accommodations available but no broader wellness programs

The vibe is ‘all business’: Facebook posts emphasize ‘proctored exams’ over homecoming games.

69.6% first-year retention rate (below national avg.) and no reported six-year grad rate—unsurprising for an accelerated program. Post-grad stats:

• Median earnings 1 year out: $36,427 (Niche)
• 10-year post-enrollment median: $34,657 (DegreeMath)
• Local RN salary potential: $88,980 median in Detroit (per AZCN)

Graduates land jobs but may start at lower wages than peers from public nursing schools. The $38,786 average net price raises ROI questions given earnings.

Sticker shock: The program costs $100K+ total (per Facebook comparisons), with an average net price of $38,786/year. Financial aid options:

• Federal loans/grants: Primary funding source
• Limited scholarships: Mostly small, one-time awards ($500–$2K)
• No mention of merit aid or institutional grants

The Net Price Calculator warns estimates are ‘averages’—actual costs likely higher for most.

AZCN-Southfield is Michigan’s most accessible BSN program (100% acceptance) but also its riskiest investment: high cost, middling NCLEX rates, and no campus life. It shines for:

• Speed: 3-year BSN with no gen-ed distractions
• Urban clinical access: Detroit hospitals provide intense training
• For-profit flexibility: Rolling admissions, no waitlists

Best for career-changers who’ve done the math—compare against community college ADN routes.