Otero College
Nursing Department
Otero College is a Public institution with a campus in La Junta, Colorado. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Colorado Board of Nursing. The La Junta, Colorado campus for Otero College is located in a Town setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 972. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $4,576, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $7,286 for the most recent reporting period.
Nursing Programs
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
Visit the Otero College website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Colorado periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Colorado Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Colorado will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.
Tuition Cost And Admissions
| Description | 2024-2025 |
|---|---|
| Student population: | 972 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio: | 14-to-1 |
| In-state tuition & fees: | $4,576 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees: | $7,286 |
| Room and board: | $9,280 |
| Percent on financial aid: | 98% |
| Campus housing: | yes |
| Open admissions policy: | yes |
Student Profile
Ethnicity of Students
Campus Location
Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Otero College. You can also see the Otero College campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.
- Address: 1802 Colorado Avenue, La Junta, Colorado 81050
- Phone Number: 719-384-6800
Otero College students, employees, and website visitors may notify us of a correction using our contact us page. When submitting corrections, please include a website URL where we can verify the nursing school information.
Last updated: September 22, 2025