Registration for Hill College nursing programs is open
Ashlee Ferguson
Thursday, April 30, 2026 8:44 AM
Academics, Enrollment Management
Cleburne, TX
Registration for the 2026–2027 licensed vocational nursing (LVN) and associate degree in nursing (ADN) programs is open.
Over the last three years, the Hill College Nursing Program has maintained an above average pass rate of the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX), which certifies students to enter the professional world of nursing. Graduates have continued to exceed both state and national average pass rates.
Last year, with funds received from the National Shortage Reduction Program grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), the college was able to complete renovations at the Margie Faye Wheat Kennon Health Science Building at the Johnson County Campus, including providing a student lounge area, updating classrooms, purchasing equipment for the skills lab, and provide clinical stipends for adjunct professors.
The program also received a Department of Labor grant allowing the college to hire program specialists and connecting job training to for-credit programs, which allows students to earn college credits by passing exams with existing knowledge from on-the-job experience.
“As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, we look forward to expanding our nursing programs. Ongoing investments in faculty growth and our high-fidelity simulation lab remain central to our commitment to student success across the nursing education continuum,” said Director of Nursing Dr. Dawn Cox.
The ADN Program is a two-year, 60-hour degree plan that prepares students to enter the nursing field as a registered nurse (RN). The LVN Program is a one-year, 47/48 credit-hour degree path that offers quality education and training to students interested in the nursing profession with smaller class sizes, translating to more one-on-one time with instructors.
Accredited by the Board of Nursing for the State of Texas, both the ADN and LVN programs prepare students with the skills and knowledge required to pass the National Council Licensure Examination. The college has maintained and built close relationships with local hospitals and area experts, offering students hands-on experience with highly qualified professionals and an opportunity to create relationships with potential employers.
Hill College also offers a transition program for those who already have an unencumbered Texas LVN license and/or Texas Paramedic certification/licensure for those interested in continuing their career and becoming an RN. The three-semester program is offered as a combination of online classes with in-person exams and clinicals, allowing working students a flexible learning experience.
The registration deadline for both the ADN and LVN programs is July 1, 2026. Registration for the 2027–2028 ADN Transition Program will open this coming fall.
For students who are currently enrolled, no application is needed. Simply register online via the student portal or schedule an appointment with your academic advisor at your local campus by emailing advising@hillcollege.edu. New students should complete an application at https://hillcollege.edu/Admissions_Aid.
Regular advisement hours at all campuses are 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. on Friday. For summer hours, visit hillcollege.com/admissions or email admissions@hillcollege.edu.
Financial aid is available. The upcoming deadline for the fall FASFA applications is July 1, 2026, respectively. Email finaid@hillcollege.edu for more information.
For more information about Hill College, visit https://www.hillcollege.edu or call or email at 254.659.7650, advising@hillcollege.edu.