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I am currently into the fifth quarter at ITT (AKA Breckinridge School of Nursing). Out of the 30 people I started with we've lost six from our cohort. They are all retaking nursing classes that they weren't able to pass with an 80%. I barely passed the last nursing class with an 80.5%. I would tend to recommend people consider other nursing programs if possible. If you are thinking of signing up for this program, here are a few things to consider: Nursing classes are only 3 1/2 hours per week. There is no way to cover the material in that amount of time so students are left to learn from the book and given very little help. You must pass each class with an 80% or you reatke the class. Some of these classes are 8 credits so the cost is over $4K to retake. Failing to get an 80% twice in any class results in termination from the program. ITT is still not accredited. There are very few schools that accept ITT credits to further your education (they do offer a BSN program now online) Here are a few positives: Less time in class offers a good schedule for working people (if you can get through all the homework that is). The Instructors at my school are all outstanding nurses with years of experience to offer students. (all have masters degrees in nursing) ITT offers more clinical time than most other schools. The entire program is 27 months. I chose ITT because I didn't want to wait 2-3 years for a nursing program. If you decide to sign on with ITT be aware that they have the right to change the rules of the program at ANY time they so choose. Also be prepared to learn most of the material at home by yourself or in study groups w/other students (if available). They do offer microbiology- I am currently taking the class.