The BSN program at Unitek College in Concord, California, is structured as a three-year program for direct-entry students without prior nursing licensure or transferable nursing coursework. Students who qualify for advanced placement through transfer credits may complete the program in a shorter timeframe. An Admissions Advisor can evaluate your transcripts and outline your individualized timeline.
Tuition varies depending on prior coursework and transfer credits. Contact admissions for a personalized estimate and financial aid options.
Yes, Concord graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN and apply for licensure as registered nurses. The program is designed to thoroughly prepare students for success on the exam and for entry into professional nursing practice.
Licensed Vocational Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses can enroll in an LVN-to-BSN pathway at Unitek. This would allow LVNs who have completed certain General Education courses to apply for “Advanced Placement” status and potentially skip the first three semesters of the BSN program. Please speak with an admissions representative to learn more.
The Concord campus serves Contra Costa County, the East Bay, and surrounding areas, including Walnut Creek, Moraga, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Orinda, and beyond.
Concord students have access to comprehensive academic and non-academic support services throughout the nursing program. Faculty provide coaching in core subjects such as Fundamentals, Pharmacology, Pediatrics, Community Health, Nutrition, and Leadership, while tutoring services and faculty-staffed writing and math labs support general education success. Student Professional Services (SPS) offers guidance on study strategies, time management, and program expectations, and Wellness Coaches assist with social and emotional well-being. The Financial Aid team supports students with FAFSA guidance, funding questions, and payment planning, and the Registrar assists with course registration, enrollment updates, and transcript services, ensuring well-rounded academic and personal support.