North-West College, West Covina

Learn about North-West College’s nursing programs, offering critical thinking and patient-centered care training for success in diverse healthcare settings.

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West Covina, California

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North-West College, West Covina is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of , hybrid, and on-campus programs—including ADN/ASN, LPN/LVN, MA, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

Student Demographics

  • 26 Average Age
  • 16% Men
  • 84% Women
  • 1% Veterans
  • 50% White
  • 51% Hispanic
  • 3% Black
  • 14% Asian

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Nursing Programs

  • $24,846 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*

*Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

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Founded in 1966, Marcha Fuerst North-West College (NWC) is operated by Mitchell Fuerst, continuing the Fuerst family's involvement in allied health since the early 1950s. NWC prepares students for career growth through professional and short-term courses. The college features clean, well-equipped facilities designed to create a welcoming environment. Admission is based on the student's potential for success, regardless of race, color, or creed. The School of Nursing at the West Covina campus, named after Marcha Fuerst, is renowned for its Bachelor of Nursing and Vocational Nursing programs.

Nursing Programs at NWC

  • Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN)
  • Associate of Arts in Nursing (ADN)
  • ADN RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 

Hands-On Learning Experience

The nursing programs provide comprehensive training with a focus on critical thinking and integrating nursing knowledge. Students design patient-centered care to meet the needs of individuals, families, and populations across the health continuum. Emphasizing patient safety and high-quality care, these programs prepare students for success in both institutional and community-based settings. Through a rigorous curriculum, experienced instructors, and practical learning experiences, the school equips students with the knowledge and confidence needed to become successful nurses.

Nursing Program Locations

The RN to BSN program is available at the Northwest College campus. The Vocational Nursing and Associate of Arts in Nursing programs are offered at other campuses: Anaheim, Long Beach, Pomona, Riverside, San Diego, Van Nuys, and West Covina, as well as at Glendale Career College in Glendale, CA.

NCLEX Pass Rates

The Marcha Fuerst School of Nursing students reached a noteworthy milestone in 2023 when they passed the NCLEX licensing examination with a pass rate of 70%. 

Admissions

Admission to the Nursing programs is highly competitive. The institution aims to curate a small, close-knit class that encourages an environment of excellence and high achievement.

Accreditation

  • The  Vocational Nursing Program is accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).
  • The Associate of Arts in Nursing program is available at the following campuses, which are accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
  • The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accredited the Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing offered through the Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing at Glendale Career College.

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