Nursing Department

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Nursing Department

Nursing is the fastest-growing occupation in the U.S. today.

Anoka-Ramsey’s Nursing program is the second largest in the state of Minnesota, and consistently ranks at the top of Minnesota’s Nursing programs.

Who We Are

Our accredited Nursing program is ranked among the best in the state and boasts a board pass rate of 90+%. We also offer the state’s lowest tuition rate.

Course Descriptions starting Fall 2024
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Admissions | 763-433-1300
Dean Sandra Kohler | 763-433-1603
Assoc. Dean Dr. Gwen O'Brien | 763-433-1839

Meet Fernande (Fern) Deno

Meet Fernande (Fern) Deno
Instructor of Nursing
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Meet Abigail Krause

Abby Krause
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Nursing program
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Degrees & Certificates We Offer

The Nursing Department offers two academic tracks for an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Nursing: a traditional Nursing program and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program. Four-year bachelor degrees are also offered at each campus.

Meet Our Students and Alumni

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  1. Meet Makya NeVilles-Sorell
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    Makya NeVilles-Sorell
    Arts & Communication
    AFA Creative Writing
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    "Anoka-Ramsey is close to where I live and it has a great reputation."

  2. Meet Patty Koljonen
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    Patty Koljonen
    Allied Health & Nursing
    Integrative Health and Healing
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    "The best aspect of Anoka-Ramsey Community College is the people. They simply make the learning experience enjoyable."

  3. Meet Dylan Herbst
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    Dylan Herbst
    Allied Health & Nursing
    Nursing AS
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    "I was quite nervous during the transition from high-school to college. The faculty here worked with me and the process was very smooth. I was sitting in class working toward my future aspirations in no time."

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