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Nursing Education

Be prepared to train nurses and make an impact on the future of healthcare.

Utilize your nursing knowledge, experience, and MSN degree to pursue additional nursing credentials that will allow you to progress in your career. Move forward on your career path with the help of a post-master's degree certificate in nursing that opens the doors to new opportunities.

As a nurse educator, you will demonstrate a professional presence by helping nursing students acquire the knowledge and skills to work effectively in inter-professional teams across a variety of academic and healthcare settings.

Don't have an MSN? No problem! Check out the RN-to-MSN or the BSN-to-MSN nursing education degree programs offered by WGU. You can also compare post-master's certifications to MSN programs .

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The program consists of 16 credits and is paced to be completed in two six-month terms.

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Nurse Educator Courses

This program consists of 8 courses

At WGU, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical—all to help you show that you know your stuff.

The Nursing Education courses in this program were derived from the National League for Nursing Nurse Educator standards and the Master’s Essentials for Professional Nursing practice. The nurse educator specialization will cover topics such as curriculum development, learning styles, assessment, and more.

Demonstrating mastery is how you pass a course, so learning what it takes to be outstanding in your career is at the heart of WGU’s Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing–Education curriculum. That means the things you master at WGU are often directly applicable the next day at work—and it means what you’re doing at work frequently informs the work you’re doing in your courses. It’s all about real-world applicability so every moment spent studying is time well spent.

The Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing – Education consists of the courses listed below. You will typically complete one at a time as you make your way through your program, working with your Program Mentor each term to build your personalized Certificate Plan. You’ll work through each course as quickly as you can study and learn the material. As soon as you’re ready, you'll take your assessment, and once you pass, you'll complete the course and move on. This means you can finish as many courses as you're able in a term at no additional cost.

Evolving Roles of Nurse Educators in Diverse Environments examines the multidimensional roles of a contemporary academic nurse educator. This course explores the roles and responsibilities of the nurse educator as a teacher, leader, change agent, and curriculum innovator. Students will also examine the importance of personal and professional development by developing strategies that promote academic integrity, cultural sensitivity, social justice, and ethical/legal values in diverse environments. The course emphasizes the responsibility of nurse educators to utilize communication, collaboration, and leadership in mitigating challenges in academic nursing education.

Facilitation of Context-Based Student-Centered Learning explores how the nurse educator will incorporate authentic experiences into the creation of course plans that facilitate scholarly inquiry, collaboration, and knowledge acquisition in varied educational environments. Emphasis is placed on innovative, transformational, and experiential teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student development of professional, context-based nursing principles, knowledge, skills, and behavior. Evolving Roles of Nurse Educators in Diverse Environments is a prerequisite to this course.

Contemporary Curriculum Design and Development in Nursing Education analyzes the concepts of creating curriculum based on national nursing accreditation standards and instructional design best practices. Nurse educator students will create course content that supports learning in diverse, real-world environments where nurse educators facilitate learning. Instructional design strategies for delivering course content will reflect the mission of academic institution programs, contemporary trends in nursing education, and the needs of key stakeholders in nursing education and practice. Facilitation of Context-Based Student-Centered Learning is a prerequisite to this course.

Assessment and Evaluation Strategies for Measuring Student Learning addresses the academic nurse educator's role in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of student achievement outcomes in nursing education programs. This course requires students to integrate best practices from nursing theory and theories of learning to assess student learning in diverse educational settings. Topics include validity, reliability, and practicality of assessments, interpreting item difficulty and discrimination test results, and analyzing student achievement and learning outcomes data. This course has no prerequisites.

Emerging Trends and Challenges in 21st Century Nursing Education analyzes the emerging trends, technologies, and challenges that academic nurse educators encounter when facilitating learning in diverse healthcare settings. Students will focus on the necessity of interprofessional collaboration and the barriers and facilitators to overcoming the challenges associated with teaching and learning in nursing. Topics include the impact of emerging technology, challenges in nursing practice, and the role of the academic nurse educator as a scholar and a nursing education policy advocate. This course has no prerequisites.

The Nursing Education Field Experience provides the academic nurse educator student an opportunity to work collaboratively with academic mentors and interprofessional stakeholders to analyze the need-gap for a curriculum change, innovation, or improvement. Based on the identified need-gap, the graduate student will design and develop a course that reflects evidence-based instructional design and assessment principles and practices. This course prepares students for the role of an Academic Nurse Educator, as an agent for change and quality improvement in nursing education.

The Nursing Education Capstone course provides the Nurse Educator student an opportunity to apply previous course work towards the completion of an evidence-based curriculum proposal project. During this course students will build on previous work during their Nursing Education Field Experience course by planning the implementation and evaluation phases of their proposed curriculum change. The capstone project represents a synthesis of competencies across the Master of Science in Nursing—Nursing Education degree program, which prepares them to lead, manage, and transform nursing education in diverse and complex settings. This course is eligible for an in-progress grade. Please see the grading scale policy for more information.

The learner will explore professional communication by applying the principles of academic writing to their discipline. Learners will incorporate these skills into the development of an evidence-based scholarly paper in their specialty area. As learners develop a scholarly paper, they will acquire a deeper understanding of the research topic selected and analyze whether initiatives and interventions have been effective or ineffective.

Program consists of 8 courses

At WGU, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical—all to help you show that you know your stuff.

Field Experiences

Special requirements for this program

While most of your coursework will be completed online, your nursing program includes some requirements—including field experiences—that must be completed in a facility near you. And while most of your courses can be accelerated based on your prior knowledge and hard work, some nursing programs begin with a cohort-based course that must be completed via five scheduled webcam sessions with faculty and fellow students.

Skills For Your Résumé

As part of this program, you will develop a range of valuable skills that employers are looking for.

Curriculum Development: Successfully implemented instruction using a variety of instructional strategies to support and expand learning, enhancing student engagement and academic growth.
Lesson Planning: Effectively implemented ongoing assessment methods to determine the effectiveness of instruction and student learning.
Research: Successfully collected comprehensive and relevant information on research topics from multiple sources, ensuring a well-informed and comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
Educational Technologies: Identified and utilized technologies that facilitated the delivery of educational instruction, optimizing learning experiences.
Change Management: Expertly determined the most effective change management techniques for implementation in a given situation, ensuring smooth transitions and maximizing positive outcomes.
Business Process: Led transformative change in an organization's culture.

“Enrollment was perfectly easy for me. I was able to submit online and somebody called me within a day to start the whole process. Within two or three weeks I was ready to go for my first term.”

—Bryon Denton M.S. Nursing – Education

Top accreditations mean that your certificate is respected by employers and peers. You will get a quality education that is valuable in the industry with this nursing leadership program.

On Your Schedule

You can continue working at your full-time job or maintaining your responsibilities while earning your nursing leadership post-master's credential. You don't have to log in to classes and there aren't due dates. You are in charge of your program.

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An Affordable Nursing Education Certificate

By charging per term rather than per credit—and empowering students to accelerate through material they know well or learn quickly—WGU helps students control the ultimate cost of their programs. The faster you complete your program, the less you pay for your degree.

A Nursing Certificate Is Within Reach

There is help available to make paying for school possible for you:

The average student loan debt of WGU graduates in 2022 (among those who borrowed) was less than half* the national average.

Most WGU students qualify for financial aid, and WGU is approved for federal financial aid and U.S. veterans benefits.

Many scholarship opportunities are available. Find out what you might be eligible for.

* WGU undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (2022).

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE

A Certificate in Nursing Education Designed to Be Earned on a Nurse's Schedule

Our unique education model puts working nurses in the driver’s seat of their education. As a busy nurse, you need a certificate program that's more than simply online—you need one that truly reflects the realities of your work life and experience. At WGU, your progress is driven by your ability to prove what you’ve learned. How quickly is largely up to you. Once you’ve mastered the material, you prove what you know through tests, papers, projects, or other assessments. Demonstrating mastery is how you pass a course, so learning what it takes to be outstanding in your career is at the heart of WGU’s curriculum.

Other online certificate programs may give you the convenience of distance learning; WGU's online programs take that flexibility further—many steps further!

"WGU is a great option for nurses who are looking to advance their careers but need further education and flexibility to do so.”

—Kathryn Kosmides M.S. Nursing – Education (RN to MSN)

CAREER OUTLOOK

Real Results for Your Career in Nursing Education

Once you have completed your Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing–Education you will have the knowledge and skills to be an outstanding nurse educator. You'll be in demand, because you'll be prepared to translate your extensive nursing knowledge into learning opportunities for other nurses.

Nurse educators teach and train nurses, nursing students, schoolchildren, community groups, workers, patients, and consumers. A post-master's certificate can prepare you to make a difference in a wide variety of settings, including:

Community agencies.
Industry and businesses.
Nursing programs.

Return on Your Investment

On average, wgu graduates see an increase in income post-graduation.

Average income increase from all degrees in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary. Source: 2022 Harris Poll Survey of 1,542 WGU graduates.

Survey was sent to a representative sample of WGU graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one WGU degree since 2017.

Nursing instructors at colleges, universities, or professional schools make over $84,000 on average, according to recent statistics.

—U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Nursing Education Leaders Are Thriving in Diverse Careers

Given the growing nurse educator shortage, earning your certificate in nursing education is both a rewarding decision and a solid career move. Once you master subjects like curriculum development, instruction and evaluation, and current technology in nursing education, your role in nursing can take on a whole new dimension. Our 3,000-plus nursing education alumni have great jobs and satisfying careers:

Director of nursing
Chief nursing officer
Quality director
Clinical nurse leader
Project manager

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WGU Grads Hold Positions With Top Employers

Hospitals and clinics around the country know the benefit of a degree from WGU, so your healthcare degree is valuable.

Admissions Requirements Unique to This Program

To be considered for this post-master's certificate program in nursing, you must:

Possess an M.S. in Nursing from an accredited institution or state board of nursing approved program.
Possess an active, unencumbered RN license in your state of residence, or your state of employment. (Some license holders may be granted a waiver if they are not licensed in their state of residence or employment.) You must be licensed in the state in which you will complete your clinical experience.

Safety Notice: WGU and the College of Health Professions (CHP) are committed to the health, safety, and well-being of all patients, community members, and key stakeholders that interact with WGU students at various clinical/host sites. Interactions might include direct patient interaction, observation experiences, laboratory experiences, project development, or conducting research. Standard compliance verification for students in applicable CHP programs is required to protect the public, meet CHP program expectations, reasonably assure compliance with state regulatory board requirements, meet WGU’s contractual and legal obligations with clinical partners, and support WGU’s mission to prepare students who will be qualified to enter their desired field. Compliance items may include, but are not limited to, background checks, immunizations, and drug screens as needed.

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Who is eligible for the post-master's certificate in nursing programs?

In order to be eligible for this certificate program, you must be a registered nurse with an active, unencumbered RN license and hold a MSN degree from an accredited program.

Can I get a scholarship for this program?

Yes! WGU does offer scholarship opportunities for students in post-master's certificate programs.

How does WGU keep its tuition so low?

As a nonprofit university, WGU doesn’t need to benefit shareholders. Our students are our only focus. We also try to keep our operating costs low. And since we’re an exclusively online university, we don’t need to maintain expensive classroom buildings, a campus, or other nonacademic programs.

Why should I get a post-master's certificate?

A post-master's certificate in nursing is a great option for MSN graduates who are looking to change the trajectory of their careers. For example, MSN-educated nurses who want to become a clinical instructor can benefit from a post-master's certificate in nursing education.

Does WGU offer financial aid?

WGU is approved to offer federal student aid . You will need to apply using the FAFSA, which is used to determine your eligibility for aid. WGU’s FAFSA school code is 033394.

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WGU's tuition is a flat rate that is charged every six months. You can take as many courses as you are able in that six-month term—with no extra cost. You simply pay for the term and do as much work as you can or want to during that time. This means that finishing faster helps you save money—a major benefit you won't find at most other schools.

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Reasons to Become a Nurse

Learn how to become a nurse in this step-by-step guide, including requirements, specialties, and advanced nursing careers.

Your nursing journey will differ depending on your educational background, goals, and priorities. Luckily, the diverse field of nursing will almost certainly have a path that suits your needs.

In the following sections, we'll explore how to become a nurse your way, no matter what that looks like. Read on to learn more.

How Do I Become a Nurse: A Step-By-Step Guide

Whether you attend a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or start with baby steps as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), there are four basic steps to becoming a nurse:

Attend an Accredited Nursing Program: Accredited programs set you up for success in the job market and future educational endeavors. Read our nursing school accreditation guide to learn more.
Become Licensed: All types of nurses need a license to practice, including licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses (RNs), and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). For LPNs and RNs, you must pass the NCLEX-PN or NCLEX-RN , respectively, to earn your licensure.
Earn Additional Certifications: Certain specialty areas of nursing require certifications. If you pursue a specialization, you may need to earn these additional credentials.
Continue Your Nursing Education Journey: Each state has different nursing continuing education units (CEUs) that nurses must complete regularly to maintain licensure. Additionally, if you want to climb the career and salary ladder, you must return to school to earn higher degrees.

Every nurse's journey begins with attending a nursing program. The following section explores how to become a nurse at every level, including major requirements, programs, and certifications.

Infographic of how to become every type of nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Requirements: Accredited CNA Program and Certification/Licensure
Program Length: 4-12 weeks
Annual Salary: $36,220, via the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ( BLS )

Certified nursing assistants are entry-level healthcare professionals who work under the direct supervision of an RN. Starting as a CNA is not necessary, but a great way to quickly enter the nursing field and learn whether it's right for you. CNA requirements include attending an accredited program and earning a certification or license, depending on the state.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Requirements: Accredited LPN/LVN program and NCLEX-PN
Program Length: 1-2 years
Annual Salary: $54,620 ( BLS )

LPNs and LVNs are entry-level nurses who provide essential care to patients and assist RNs and doctors. Becoming an LPN requires attending an accredited program and passing the NCLEX-PN exam. LPN programs are easy to get into and affordable, making them ideal for waitlisted students and aspiring nurses on a budget.

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - RN

Requirements: Accredited ADN program and NCLEX-RN
Program Length: 2-3 years
Annual Salary: $80,321 ( ZipRecruiter )

Earning an ADN is the fastest way to become a registered nurse . Most ADN programs last just two years and are available at community and technical colleges. At the end of the program, you take the same NCLEX-RN exam as those who complete a bachelor's education. Since some hospitals pay for RNs to earn a BSN , many nurses earn an ADN first to quickly enter the workforce and save money.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - RN

Requirements: Accredited BSN program and NCLEX-RN
Program Length: 4 years
Annual Salary: $102,263 ( ZipRecruiter )

A BSN is the gold standard in nursing degrees, allowing you to become a registered nurse in four years. Typically found at universities, BSN programs prepare students to take the NCLEX-RN exam and enter the workforce. Employers at coveted hospitals tend to prefer BSNs over ADNs, and the degree sets you up to easily advance your education later.

Second-Degree Registered Nurse

Requirements: Accredited ABSN program and NCLEX-RN

Attending an accelerated BSN (ABSN) program allows you to quickly and affordably change careers and become a nurse. Designed for students with non-nursing bachelor's degrees, ABSN programs qualify you to enter the nursing field in as little as one year.

>> Related: Top Online Nursing Programs for Non-Nurses

Choosing a Nursing Speciality

Your professional goals will largely influence which nursing specialty, if any, you'll select. For example, aspiring nurse-midwives will need obstetrics experience before attending a graduate program.

Some common specialty areas for new graduates include the following:

Ambulatory care
Cardiac care
Dermatology
Emergency room
Home health
Medical-surgical
Occupational health
Operating room
Orthopedics
Pulmonology

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Advancing Your Nursing Education

Continuing your nursing education allows you to expand your scope of practice, take on leadership roles, and earn higher salaries.

Program Requirements: Active & Unencumbered RN License

As an ADN-RN, you can take the skills and experience you already have and use them in an accelerated RN-to-BSN program. Some RN to BSN programs don't include clinical hours, and you may complete them entirely online.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Program Requirements: BSN & 2 years clinical experience
Annual Salary: $125,900 ( BLS )

MSN degrees open advanced opportunities in clinical, education, information, and administrative fields. While traditional MSN programs require a BSN, you may also attend an RN-to-MSN program or, if you have a bachelor's in another field, a direct-entry MSN .

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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Requirements: ADN, BSN or MSN & 2 years clinical experience
Program Length: 2-6 years (Previous education dependent)

A DNP is a terminal nursing degree for APRNs. DNP graduates are leaders in advanced nursing practice who bring evidence-based knowledge to clinical and academic settings. While many DNP degrees require a BSN or MSN, RN-DNP programs exist for qualified ADN-RNs.

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Why Should You Become a Nurse?

Why do you want to become a nurse? Many aspiring nurses are driven by a desire to help others and make the world a better place. But there are several other reasons why becoming a nurse is a practical and exciting career move:

High Demand: Nurses and APRNs are some of the most in-demand careers nationwide. The BLS predicts RN jobs will grow by 6% over the next decade, and APRNs will grow by 38% .
Recession-Proof: When the nation faces mass layoffs and recessions, healthcare and nursing jobs remain due to their necessity and demand.
Good Money: The BLS reports that all RNs earn a median annual salary of $81,220 or $39.05 per hour. This figure reflects a higher-than-average annual income compared to all other professions.
Diverse Opportunities: You'll never get bored working as a nurse because there are so many lateral and advancement opportunities in the field. Check out this list of all the types of nurses to learn about different nursing paths.

How to Become a Nurse FAQs

How long does it take to become a nurse.

Becoming a nurse takes two to four years , depending on whether you attend an ADN or BSN program. However, this timeline may change depending on your ability to attend classes full-time and prior education.

What is the job outlook for nurses?

The BLS predicts RN jobs will grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, while APRN jobs will grow by 38% in that time. These predictions are much faster than the average growth of all other professions.

What are the most popular nursing specialties?

The most popular nursing specialties include maternity, neonatal intensive care nursing, cardiac catheterization lab, pediatrics, and post-anesthesia care nursing.

Where do nurses work?

Most commonly, nurses work in hospitals. However, they can also work in outpatient care centers, surgery centers, academia, nursing care facilities, home healthcare, and nontraditional nursing settings .

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An online master of science (MSN) in nursing education combines clinical experiences and teaching fundamentals. Graduates can pursue nurse educator roles in academic or patient care settings. Learn about the best online MSN nursing education programs and what to consider when choosing the right one for you.

We use a data-driven methodology to rank the best ADN-to-MSN (RN to NP) bridge programs, making it easier for you to find a program that works for you. Our methodology is based on metrics that we believe matter most to students, including: Academic quality, affordability, reputation, and program offerings.

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Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.

Why Is Online MSN in Nursing Education Accreditation Important?

The following reasons highlight the importance of attending an accredited nursing program :

Accreditation ensures the high quality of the program.
The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing accredits programs that appropriately prepare students for their role as nurses.
Graduates from accredited programs are more attractive to employers, leading to more employment opportunities and a higher earning potential.
Students enrolled in unaccredited programs may not be eligible for federal financial aid.
Doctoral programs expect applicants to have a degree from an accredited program.
Accredited programs may not accept transfer credits from unaccredited ones.

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Campus + Online
In-State $8,395
Out-of-state $36,849
Retention Rate 94%
Acceptance Rate 63%
Students Enrolled 70,418
Institution Type Public
Percent Online Enrollment 33%
Accreditation Yes

Western Governors University

In-State $6,380
Out-of-state $6,380
Retention Rate 75%
Acceptance Rate 0%
Students Enrolled 147,866
Institution Type Private
Percent Online Enrollment 0%

Stony Brook University

In-State $7,070
Out-of-state $24,740
Retention Rate 90%
Acceptance Rate 49%
Students Enrolled 26,782
Percent Online Enrollment 90%

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

In-State $7,233
Out-of-state $17,049
Retention Rate 81%
Acceptance Rate 82%
Students Enrolled 32,441
Percent Online Enrollment 97%

The University of West Florida

In-State $3,735
Out-of-state $16,004
Retention Rate 84%
Acceptance Rate 58%
Students Enrolled 13,061

Cedarville University

In-State $32,364
Out-of-state $32,364
Retention Rate 88%
Acceptance Rate 59%
Students Enrolled 4,461
Percent Online Enrollment 41%

Texas Christian University

In-State $51,570
Out-of-state $51,570
Retention Rate 92%
Acceptance Rate 48%
Students Enrolled 11,379
Percent Online Enrollment 95%

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

In-State $29,386
Out-of-state $29,386
Retention Rate 79%
Acceptance Rate 54%
Students Enrolled 2,011
Percent Online Enrollment 61%

Duquesne University

In-State $41,892
Out-of-state $41,892
Retention Rate 86%
Acceptance Rate 77%
Students Enrolled 8,830
Percent Online Enrollment 82%

Union University

In-State $22,080
Out-of-state $22,080
Retention Rate 87%
Students Enrolled 3,071
Percent Online Enrollment 46%

How Online MSNs in Nursing Education Work

When compared to in-person programs , online programs can be completed entirely online or with minimal campus visits. On-campus requirements may include meeting with instructors, attending lectures, or completing labs.

Online courses are either synchronous or asynchronous. Synchronous courses happen in real-time with students and instructors interacting at a scheduled time. Asynchronous courses contain lessons that students complete on their time through the use of videos, podcasts, and other online tools.

While you might not have to complete any courses on campus, depending on your program, your teaching practicum will be in person. Practicums allow for the practical application of what you learned in your courses to a real-life educational setting under the supervision of an instructor or mentor.

Using Our Rankings: What to Look For in an Online MSN in Nursing Education

When deciding on an online MSN program, it’s important to consider several key characteristics. Knowing a program’s admission requirements, accreditation, length, and format lets you determine if the school is the right fit. You can then avoid applying to programs that don’t meet your academic and professional needs.

Admission Requirements

Although nursing schools may have similar admission requirements, some want applicants to meet specific criteria for previous academic, clinical, and professional experiences. You do not want to waste time applying to programs with prerequisites you do not meet.

Program Curriculum

When focusing on a specific specialization such as nursing education, most programs will follow a similar curriculum. However, certain schools may offer students a variety of courses to choose from. Look for a program with courses that align with your professional goals.

Clinical Experience

Most nursing education programs require students to complete a teaching practicum designed to give them experience teaching under the supervision of a mentor. Schools typically assist with placement for a teaching practicum. You want to know when and how long these practicums are to make sure they fit your schedule.

Accreditation

Accreditation indicates that the program meets the highest education and training standards. Choosing a program that is not accredited can limit professional and academic opportunities.

Program Length

Knowing the program’s length helps you determine if the time commitment works for you. Most online programs offer part- and full-time options. Full-time students complete the program faster, but it limits their ability to simultaneously hold a job. Part-time students can stay employed, but it will extend the length of the program.

School Graduation Rate

A nursing school’s graduation rates are based on the percentage of students who complete their program within a certain timeframe. Higher graduation rates are an indication of a high-quality program.

Online Learning Format and Requirements

Some programs are completely online, while others require certain on-campus requirements. All schools will require students to complete their practicum in person. Decide what works best for you by determining if you can meet any on-campus requirements, if your schedule allows you to attend in-person practicums, and if the delivery format fits your needs as a student.

Applying to an Online MSN in Nursing Education

Before applying to an online MSN program for nursing education, you want to make sure you meet the conditions for acceptance. Graduate nursing programs look for candidates with the right academic and experiential backgrounds.

While admission is highly competitive and schools may look for specific prerequisites, many programs seek applicants who meet the following conditions:

Admission Materials

Gpa requirement, paying for an online msn in nursing education.

One of the most important contributing factors in choosing a program is the cost. The cost of operating buildings, maintaining on-site faculty and staff, and providing health-related services is often subsidized with tuition and fees. Because online students do not use all of these resources, schools may offer lower costs for remote programs.

To help pay for their nursing degrees , students have access to various financial aid options. They can apply for scholarships , grants, or loans to help reduce the financial burden. Scholarships and grants provide funds based on merit, need, or academic performance, while loans are borrowed money that must be paid back after the program’s completion.

What Can You Do as a Nurse Educator?

A nurse educator’s primary responsibility is preparing future generations of nurses for employment. Nurse educators typically work in healthcare facilities or educational institutions, including universities, community colleges, technical schools, and vocational schools.

Those who work in healthcare facilities are responsible for helping nursing staff develop and maintain skills, keeping up to date on new regulations, advising nursing staff on best practices, evaluating nursing students, and interacting with patients, families, and coworkers.

Nurse educators who work in academic settings develop curricula, teach classes through lectures and discussions, assess student performance, evaluate educational programs, and conduct research on best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions About Online MSNs in Nursing Education

Is an msn in nursing education worth it.

Determining if an MSN in nursing education is worth it depends on the individual. Nurse educators often benefit from high job satisfaction knowing they are preparing future generations of nurses. They can work in various settings, including academic and patient care. Working in nursing education can also be less stressful than clinical nursing.

However, nurse educators, compared to all other MSN jobs, are the lowest paid, especially in academic institutions. According to the Payscale, nurse educators earn an average salary of $78,910 as of October 2022.

How long does it take to become a nurse educator?

It can take 8-10 years to become a nurse educator from start to finish. This includes the four years needed to earn a BSN, two years of clinical experience, and 2-4 years to complete an MSN program.

What do nurse educators do?

Nurse educators work in nursing schools, hospitals, and community health settings preparing the next generation of nurses and ensuring ongoing education for experienced nurses. They can also work in academic settings. Their main responsibilities include developing lesson plans, providing direct instruction, and assessing and evaluating learning outcomes.

Can I become a nurse educator online?

Yes, you can become a nurse educator online. However, students must complete a teaching practicum in person. Some schools may also require a certain number of on-campus visits throughout the program.

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Your Guide to a Career in Nursing Informatics

Nursing informatics is a growing component of the health care field that combines patient care with data and technology. Learn how nursing informatics works to improve patient care and outcomes through the analysis of data and innovative technologies.

[Featured image] A nursing informatics specialist in maroon scrubs accesses a patient database at a standing workstation in a hospital.

Because nursing informatics is a specialized nursing field, you can enter it with a nursing degree and licensure as an RN. Certification and graduate degrees are common and highly sought after, but they are not always required.

The job outlook and annual earnings for this profession continue to rise and are projected to grow with increased demand for medical professionals and technological advances in health care. Read on to learn more about this interesting arm of the nursing profession.

What is nursing informatics?

Nursing informatics is the practice of using data and technology to improve patient experience and outcomes within health care. Nursing informatics analysts (sometimes called specialists) analyze and collect data and use the findings to build and create new technology or improve existing systems to improve patient care and safety. Nursing informatics also includes developing new health care policies based on data to benefit patients and the community. Nursing informatics analysts might also educate and train clinical staff members on new policies, informational systems, or software changes.

Why is nursing informatics important?

Nursing informatics allows technological innovation in the field of nursing in a way that advocates for and promotes patient care beyond one-on-one clinical nursing. Nursing informatics harnesses information technology and health care to provide evidence-based approaches and methodologies to nursing and general health care.

Nursing informatics objectively and statistically examines data that can be hard to quantify. Patient care is subjective in many ways, but the hope is that using data-driven approaches to nursing will improve patient care meaningfully and enhance the clinical experience for providers and patients. It’s truly the future as more health care systems and facilities move to software, hardware, and cloud-based storage.

What are the primary duties and responsibilities of a nursing informatics role?

A nursing informatics role's primary duties and responsibilities are to correctly and accurately collect and analyze data and use it to improve patient care. A nursing informatics analyst focuses on creating solutions, implementing new systems to achieve these goals, and disseminating that information to health care providers and other stakeholders.

Communicating the process

As a nursing informatics analyst, you will implement processes you monitor and manage. For example, you might decide how to properly enter data into an organization's electronic health record (EHR) system. Correct and accurate information is critical to data collection and, more importantly, patient safety. A nursing informatics analyst communicates processes for systems like data collection and educates clinical staff members on the importance of these processes.

At this point, the clinical and technological sides of things come together. Health care providers need a data entry process that is mindful of their needs. Since nursing informatics specialists have a nursing background and clinical experience, they can bridge that gap and communicate processes so that health care providers can understand and appreciate.

Implementing new technology

Analyzing data and implementing change based on those outcomes is key to the work of a nursing informatics professional. Results from the 2020 HIMSS Nursing Informatics Workforce Survey found that the top three responsibilities of nursing informatics are systems implementation (44 per cent), utilization/optimization (41 per cent), and systems development (34 per cent) [ 1 ]. An example of new technology could be an EHR or point-of-care data management system.

Validating data

Like putting together the puzzle pieces, an essential part of a nursing informatics role is assessing the validity of available data and making something of it. A clinical background with computer science and information technology training comes in handy while sifting through copious amounts of data, pulling it all together in a useful, meaningful way. A nursing informatics analyst understands the data and uses it to develop systems for implementing policy changes.

What qualifications and certifications are required to work in nursing informatics?

To become a nursing informatics analyst, you must first become an RN. In most cases, that requires a bachelor’s degree in nursing, obtaining a license to work as an RN and several years of professional clinical experience. After, a diploma or postgraduate course may be required to begin working in nurse informatics. For some positions, a master’s degree in nursing informatics, computer science, or a related field may be a requirement, with many nursing informatics analysts earning their master’s after gaining clinical experience as an RN.

You can find online or in-person programs to study nurse informatics. A few examples of coursework expected as part of a nursing informatics program include:

Information technology management

User-training strategies

Information systems in health care

Leadership and management techniques

Information technology project management

If you already hold a master’s degree in nursing, you can earn additional post-master’s certificates specific to nursing informatics.

In partnership with HIMSS, Digital Health Canada offers a Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems – Canada (CPHIMS-CA) certification for nurses to demonstrate they have informatics skills. While these credentials are not always required to begin working in nursing informatics, they will open additional opportunities for you.

Do I need a license to practice nursing informatics?

The only license you need to practice nursing informatics is a registered nurse (RN) license. To work as a registered nurse, you must maintain licensure through the regulating agency for the province where you wish to work. All territories and provinces of Canada require licensure.

Where can I work once I’m qualified in nursing informatics?

Nursing informatics analysts are eligible to work in various facilities in many industries, including health care facilities, academia, technology companies, research companies, the military, ambulatory care centers, and consulting firms.

Any industry or organization developing health care technology or handling healthcare-related data may hire a nursing informatics professional. However, it seems most nursing informatics analysts—68 per cent—still work in hospitals and other health care facilities [ 1 ].

What do nursing informatics professionals earn?

Nursing informatics specialists earn an average base pay of $86,226 a year, as reported by Glassdoor [ 2 ]. This does not include any bonuses or profit-sharing you may receive. Your years of experience, certification, education level, and your employer could all affect annual earnings.

Career progression

Several pathways in nursing informatics allow for progress into upper-level, higher-paying positions. A few roles you may be eligible for as a nursing informatics specialist include the following:

Chief nursing informatics officer (CNIO): You can move into this position after working as an entry-level nursing informatics specialist, gaining certification, and earning an advanced degree. In this role, you oversee and manage other informatics professionals. Since this is a senior-level position, professional experience is a must.

Nurse executive: This role involves a shift from pure informatics to health care administration, another widely growing field in health care management and information technology. Nurse executives also work with patients indirectly, improving patient care similarly to a nursing informatics job role.

Nursing informatics educator: In this role, you create systems with other nursing informatics analysts, but you also lead training and create training materials and methods for other nurses and professionals. You may work in academia or a health care facility. Experience and certification as a nurse are requirements. A graduate degree is recommended.

Nursing informatics consultant: Once you have worked in nursing informatics for several years, you may be ready to move into an upper-level position like this one. In this role, you might train staff on information systems, manage projects, and even help to develop software systems and other solutions for industries like ambulatory care centers, hospitals, nursing homes, government health facilities, and more.

Get started

Whether you’re just graduating high school or on to a second career, you can choose one of many pathways to work in nursing informatics. The demand for this position is high and growing with more advances in health care technology. Health care is a vast field with a lot of data—and the need for data analysis is vast.

To learn more about positions within nursing informatics, consider enrolling in a course like Nursing Informatics Training and Education on Coursera. This series of courses provides a deeper understanding of the skills and tools you’ll need to be an effective leader in nursing informatics.

Article sources

HIMSS. “ HIMSS 2020 Nursing Informatics Workforce Survey Executive Summary , https://www.himss.org/sites/hde/files/media/file/2020/11/19/nursinginformaticsworkforcesurveyexectivesummary-2-final.pdf.” Accessed April 12, 2024.

Glassdoor. “ Nursing Informatics Salaries in Canada https://www.glassdoor.ca/Salaries/canada-nursing-informatics-salary-SRCH_IL.0,6_IN3_KO7,26.htm?clickSource=careerNav.” Accessed April 12, 2024.

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Gain the education and training you need to play a critical role in providing treatment, support and education to both patients and their family members. You will learn legal and ethical aspects of the profession; use case studies to analyze and establish information related to patient care; work in hospitals, long-term care and community-based facilities; and use outcome measures to critically assess situations and develop treatment plans. As a student of the College’s Nursing program, you will enjoy many benefits, from an innovative curriculum to supportive faculty; state-of-the-art equipment; hands-on learning; supervised time in hospitals, geriatric settings and community-based agencies; and preparation to take the national licensure exam for credentials accepted throughout the United States.

The Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (formerly known as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission) and is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Community College of Philadelphia's Nursing program is one of 15 in the country to be chosen as a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing. The program is recognized for “Enhancing the Professional Development of Students." This is the College's fourth consecutive designation as a Center of Excellence.

Program Options

Traditional option . For this option, students may be first-time college students or have had previous college experience.

Post Baccalaureate Accelerated option . This option is limited to only those students who have a bachelor’s degree or higher in a non-nursing major and have met additional prerequisites. In addition to nursing courses, students must show evidence of completion of all other program courses. Biology 109, Biology 110, Biology 241 and Diet 111 must be completed or in progress at time of application.

Advanced Placement option . Starting with a course that bridges the information between the role of the Licensed Practical Nurse and the Registered Nurse, students then join the final courses of the traditional program option. Priority is given to LPNs and military medics for admission, and all applicants must have grades for Biology 109, English 101, Diet 111, Math 118 and Chemistry 110 on their student data sheet.

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High school diploma or GED
Biology 106 (or one year of high school biology)*
Chemistry 110 (or one year of high school chemistry)*
Two years of college preparatory math with a C or better
Placement in FNMT 118
Placement in ENGL 101
GPA of 2.75 or higher

*Science courses must be less than 10 years old. For applicants holding a high school diploma, the 10-year requirement is calculated from the date of graduation. For all other applicants, the date is calculated from the semester and year the course was successfully completed.

STS 101 (there is only one course) may be substituted for BIOL 106 and CHEM 110 .

Applicants must be 18 years of age on or before the first day of the semester in which they begin the Nursing designated courses.

Admission Process:

Access program information via website and download application
Submit application by January 31
All prerequisite courses must be completed and posted by January 31.
All transfer credits must be posted to the students Community College of Philadelphia record by January 31.
Take the Kaplan Pre Nursing test.
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Requirements Upon Admission:

Admission is considered conditional until all health and background information is received and reviewed.

Nursing Health Requirement:

A record of complete physical examination including required laboratory test results and immunizations must be uploaded into CastleBranch and approved prior to beginning the Nursing program. A physical examination is also required of students prior to the beginning of the second year of the program. Immunizations may be supplemented with additional immunizations as clinical agencies require, such as but not limited to seasonal flu vaccinations. Health requirements must be documented in English by a U.S. health care provider. During College nursing skills laboratory and clinical agency experiences, physical activity is required. Standing and walking are required during the entire workday (6 to 12 hours). Students should be able to have full range of motion, push, pull, twist, lift and bend. Health problems that could interfere with the applicant's ability to meet program objectives will be considered individually. Students will be asked to complete the Essential Functions document. Students who are registered with the Center on Disability must inform the instructor by the end of the first week of class if special accommodations are required. An accommodation is an adjustment in how a task is achieved, without compromising the objective, integrity, or essential nature of the course of the program. Students who require accommodations beyond extended time and quiet environment must inform the Department Head for Nursing at least one month prior to the beginning of classes.

Background Checks:

Clinical experience in the Nursing program includes contact with children and older adults. This experience could be in hospitals, schools or other community agencies. In order to participate in these experiences, students must obtain a criminal record check and child abuse history clearance prior to entrance into the Nursing program. This Nursing program requirement is mandated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania per 24 P.S. 1-111 of the Pennsylvania Public School Code and 23 Pennsylvania C.S.A. 6355 of the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law. Any official change or the initiation of any governmental proceeding affecting the information revealed by the required criminal or child abuse background check must be reported immediately to the head of the Nursing program.

The Professional Nursing law permits the Nursing Board to consider the "moral character of any nursing candidate." The Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing makes the final determination concerning an applicant's eligibility for R.N. licensure. The Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing considers any and all prior convictions, including guilty plea, plea of nolo contendere, receiving probation without verdict, accelerated rehabilitative disposition (ARD), or any other disposition (excluding acquittal or dismissal) of any criminal charges, felony or misdemeanor, including DUI/DWI, drug law violations, pending and/or unresolved charges and expunged and juvenile records, when determining whether to allow an applicant to apply for R.N. licensure. The Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing reserves the right to deny a license to any candidate who has been convicted of any felonious act. Conviction includes a judgment, an admission of guilt or a plea of nolo contendere, probation without verdict, or incomplete ARD. Further, the board shall not issue a license to any applicant who has been:

convicted of a felonious act prohibited by the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L. 233, No. 64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act; or

convicted of a felony relating to a controlled substance in a court of law of the United States or any other state, territory or country unless:

at least 10 years have elapsed from the date of the conviction;
the applicant satisfactorily demonstrates to the board significant progress in personal rehabilitation since the conviction such that licensure should not create a substantial risk of further violations; and
the applicant otherwise satisfies the qualifications contained in this act.

The College, in its admissions process, will consider information regarding criminal convictions and/or crimes of moral turpitude. Admission is conditional pending receipt and evaluation of a Pennsylvania State Police and F.B.I. criminal background check, child abuse check and drug screening test. A positive result in any of these areas may bar the student from being admitted into the Nursing program. The following guidelines are used for making decisions about an applicant's criminal and child abuse background:

Child Abuse Clearance:

Any record results in denial of admission into the Nursing program.

Criminal Background Checks:

Any felony conviction within the past ten years results in denial of admission to the Nursing program.
Any felony conviction more than 10 years old will be evaluated based on the nature of the offense, length of time since the offense, and any explanatory letters/materials submitted by the applicant or student.
Any misdemeanor will be evaluated based on the nature of the offense, length of time since the offense, and explanatory letter/materials submitted by the applicant or student. (Any punishment over one year indicates a felony according to federal sentencing guidelines.)

Drug Screening Clearance:

The Nursing program requires participation in clinical education. Clinical affiliates of the Nursing program require evidence of a negative drug screening test in order for a student to participate in the clinical education part of the nursing program at their facility. Therefore any student with a positive drug screening test cannot be admitted into the Nursing program.

Additional Requirements:

CPR Certification - health care provider
Health Insurance
Professional Liability insurance
Transportation to clinical facilities
Purchase of uniforms and supplies
Meet essential functions requirements
Acknowledgment of the Nursing Education Verification documentation requirements. In order for graduates to sit for the nursing licensure examination, the nursing program administrator

Reconsideration:

An applicant who believes that an error of fact has been made in terms of the information provided to the decision-making committee can request reconsideration by the committee. This request must be made in writing within 10 days from the date of the letter notifying the applicant of the decision. The reconsideration should address what the applicant considers to be errors of fact. Following reconsideration by the decision-making committee, the applicant can appeal the committee's decision to the vice president for Academic and Student Success, whose decision is final.

Disciplinary Action:

Involvement in any incident which resulted in disciplinary action against a student at the Community College of Philadelphia or any postsecondary institution is considered in the admissions process. The Nursing program reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant who has a documented history of violating College rules and regulations or who has been previously suspended or expelled from the College or any other post-secondary educational institution.

Progression:

To remain in the Nursing curriculum, students must maintain a grade of C or better in all nursing and required pre- and corequisite courses. During all clinical laboratory experiences, students must maintain client safety. Violation of safety may result in an immediate clinical failure, an administrative withdrawal and a grade of "F" for the course. Students whose attitudes and behavior are viewed as inconsistent with professional standards may be dropped from the curriculum pending the results of a departmental hearing. A nursing student must inform the Head of the Department of Nursing immediately if there is a change in the student's criminal background or child abuse clearance while the student is enrolled in the nursing program. If changes occur in the student's criminal background or child abuse clearance during enrollment in the nursing program, the student's situation will be reevaluated and this may lead to termination from the Nursing program.

Readmission:

Students requesting readmission to the Nursing program must meet program entry requirements and conditions for acceptance. Students requesting readmission are selected on a competitive basis as space permits. The program must be completed within four years of initial enrollment. Students who were dropped from the program for unprofessional conduct or violation of patient safety issues may not be considered for readmission.

Students applying for readmission must have a college GPA of 2.75 by July 1 for September enrollment or by September 1 for January enrollment. Additional requirements apply. Applicants for readmission are encouraged to speak with the Department Head for Nursing. Applications are available on the website or in W1-1.

Post Baccalaureate Associate Degree Nursing Option

Post Baccalaureate Associate Degree in Nursing offers qualified applicants an opportunity to finish their degree in Nursing in less than two calendar years. The four nursing courses are offered in Summer/Fall/Spring/Summer spanning a 14 month time period. Students who successfully complete the Nursing option's four-course cycle will be eligible to take the NCLEX licensing exam for their R.N.

Applicants for the Post Baccalaureate Associate Degree Option must meet all of the requirements for the traditional program. All policies and procedures related to the traditional option apply to students in the accelerated option.

Exceptions are noted below .

To be eligible for this option, students must have completed all co-requisite courses (BIOL 109, BIOL 110, BIOL 241 and NUTR 111) prior to the beginning of the Summer term, All transfer courses must appear on data sheet by end of Spring semester prior to admission to the program. Applicants must also meet the requirements for admission to the traditional program including a GPA of at least 2.75.

Advanced Placement Option

Licensed practical nurses, corpsmen, and candidates who have had one year of successful previous nursing school experience in the U.S. may apply for advanced placement through Credit by Prior Learning Assessment for Nursing 101. Advanced placement candidates must complete all admission requirements for consideration by the department. Successful completion of Health B9026, the noncredit transition course, is required before advanced placement is granted. Students who meet these criteria are admitted on a space-available basis. Applications are due by May 15. Application does not ensure admission. Preference is given to licensed practical nurses seeking this career ladder option.

All Advanced Placement Option applicants must complete the following courses, with a "C" or better, by May 31 prior to the anticipated September transition course and January enrollment. Transfer credits must be posted on the student record by May 31.

CHEM 110 (or high school equivalent less than 10 years old)

Documentation of Prior Learning is required. LPNs must submit a current, active LPN license in good standing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a transcript from the LPN school. Medics/corpsmen must submit evidence of honorable discharge from a branch of the U.S. military indicating training and service as a medic/corpsman.

Students who plan to transfer from another school of nursing in the United States must provide a transcript showing a GPA of 2.75 or higher, at least one year of clinical courses with satisfactory performance (provide course descriptions) and a letter of reference from the school.

To qualify for the A.A.S. degree in Nursing, students must complete 64 credit hours as prescribed, attain a grade point average of 2.0 or better and no grade below "C" in any course. All students must complete the nursing course sequence within four academic years of the date of admission to the first nursing course.

All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal , and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms , click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College's general education requirements is also available.

The Department of Nursing offers three options for students applying to the nursing program.

Traditional Admission: Students are admitted once a year in September. This option offers the four nursing courses over two academic years – Fall/Spring, Fall/Spring. There are no nursing courses in the summer in this option. Students may be first-time college students or have had previous college experience.

Post Baccalaureate Accelerated Associate Degree Option: Students are admitted once a year in May (summer session). The four nursing courses are offered in Summer/Fall/Spring/Summer spanning a 14 month time period. This option is limited to only those students who have a bachelor's degree or higher in a non-nursing major and have met additional prerequisites.

Advanced Placement Option : Students are admitted once a year beginning with a noncredit transition course in the fall semester. The course focuses on bridging the information between the role of the Licensed Practical Nursing and the Registered Nurse. Students then join the Nursing 132 course in the spring semester and complete the sequence of three courses as stated in the Traditional option. Priority is given to LPN's and military medics for admission. Upon successful completion, students receive credit for Prior Learning for Nursing 101.

The Nursing curriculum prepares students for beginning staff nurse positions in acute, long-term care and community-based facilities. Staff nurses plan, provide and evaluate nursing care for individual health maintenance or health promotion needs. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, students receive an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree and are eligible to sit for the state licensure examination to become a registered nurse (R.N.).

Nursing students attend classes at the College. Selected clinical laboratory learning experiences under the guidance of nursing faculty are provided at a variety of health care agencies in Philadelphia. These experiences provide students with the opportunity to apply classroom learning in client care situations. The availability of learning experiences may necessitate evening or weekend clinical laboratory assignments for students.

The Nursing curriculum is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 3390 Peachtree Road, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326, 404-975-5000, www.acenursing.org and is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

The Department of Nursing is recognized by the National League for Nursing as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education in the category of Enhancing the Professional Development of Students. This fourth designation is from 2016-2021.

The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing requires the disclosure of licensure pass rates for a 3 year period of time.

National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination Pass Rates for CCP First Time Test Takers

Upon completion of this program graduates will be able to:

Integrate theories and concepts from science and liberal arts in the practice of nursing.
Collaborate with nurses and other members of the health care team to provide safe, culturally sensitive, effective nursing care to clients in a variety of settings.
Practice within the legal and ethical framework of nursing.

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Nurse Practitioners– est. salary $122,786
Nurse Midwife – est. salary $114,657
Registered Nurse – est. salary $90,906*

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Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management.

Starting Pay: $59,736

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Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse

Perform physical exams and health histories
Provide health promotion, counseling and education
Administer medications, wound care, and numerous other personalized interventions
Interpret patient information and make critical decisions about needed actions
Coordinate care, in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals
Direct and supervise care delivered by other healthcare personnel like LPNs and nurse aides
Conduct research in support of improved practice and patient outcomes

RNs practice in all healthcare settings: hospitals, nursing homes, medical offices, ambulatory care centers, community health centers, schools, and retail clinics. They also provide health care in more surprising locations such as camps, homeless shelters, prisons, sporting events and tourist destinations.

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Best Nursing Schools: State-by-State Guide 2024

Posted: March 4, 2024 | Last updated: March 4, 2024

<p>Choosing the right school is crucial if you embark on a nursing career. Our comprehensive guide spotlights the top nursing school in each U.S. state for 2024. From prestigious programs to hidden gems, discover where you can pursue excellence in nursing education and kickstart a rewarding healthcare career.</p>

Choosing the right school is crucial if you embark on a nursing career. Our comprehensive guide spotlights the top nursing school in each U.S. state for 2024. From prestigious programs to hidden gems, discover where you can pursue excellence in nursing education and kickstart a rewarding healthcare career.

<p>A pioneer in nursing education, research, and patient care, the UAB School of Nursing provides diverse programs from BSN to DNP and PhD. Specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Informatics, it fosters nurse leaders through cutting-edge facilities and extensive clinical collaborations in Birmingham and beyond.</p>

Alabama: University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Nursing

A pioneer in nursing education, research, and patient care, the UAB School of Nursing provides diverse programs from BSN to DNP and PhD. Specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Informatics, it fosters nurse leaders through cutting-edge facilities and extensive clinical collaborations in Birmingham and beyond.

<p>University of Alaska Anchorage’s School of Nursing excels in training nurses for Alaska’s distinct healthcare demands, particularly in rural and underserved regions. ADN, BSN, and MSN programs, including remote learning, prioritizes cultural proficiency and evidence-based methods. Graduates are equipped to thrive in varied healthcare settings across the state.</p>

Alaska: University of Alaska Anchorage School of Nursing

University of Alaska Anchorage’s School of Nursing excels in training nurses for Alaska’s distinct healthcare demands, particularly in rural and underserved regions. ADN, BSN, and MSN programs, including remote learning, prioritizes cultural proficiency and evidence-based methods. Graduates are equipped to thrive in varied healthcare settings across the state.

<p>In Tucson, the University of Arizona College of Nursing has varied nursing programs, from BSN to PhD. Renowned for pioneering research in cancer prevention, health disparities, and chronic illness management, it emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care. Its cutting-edge simulation labs and extensive clinical collaborations train students to serve a heterogeneous population. </p>

Arizona: University of Arizona College of Nursing, Tucson

In Tucson, the University of Arizona College of Nursing has varied nursing programs, from BSN to PhD. Renowned for pioneering research in cancer prevention, health disparities, and chronic illness management, it emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care. Its cutting-edge simulation labs and extensive clinical collaborations train students to serve a heterogeneous population.

<p>Arkansas State University’s Jonesboro School of Nursing provides multiple nursing programs, spanning BSN to DNP degrees. Emphasizing critical thinking and compassionate care prepares students for successful nursing careers. It tackles Arkansas Delta’s unique healthcare challenges with a rural health focus, fostering graduates esteemed for clinical excellence in varied healthcare settings.</p>

Arkansas: Arkansas State University School of Nursing, Jonesboro

Arkansas State University’s Jonesboro School of Nursing provides multiple nursing programs, spanning BSN to DNP degrees. Emphasizing critical thinking and compassionate care prepares students for successful nursing careers. It tackles Arkansas Delta’s unique healthcare challenges with a rural health focus, fostering graduates esteemed for clinical excellence in varied healthcare settings.

<p>UCSF School of Nursing stands out for its research, education, and clinical practice excellence. With advanced programs like Master’s, PhD, and DNP degrees, it specializes in Family Health, Pediatrics, and Psychiatric/Mental Health. Led by expert faculty, students access extensive clinical training and research opportunities within UCSF’s renowned health system.</p>

California: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Nursing

UCSF School of Nursing stands out for its research, education, and clinical practice excellence. With advanced programs like Master’s, PhD, and DNP degrees, it specializes in Family Health, Pediatrics, and Psychiatric/Mental Health. Led by expert faculty, students access extensive clinical training and research opportunities within UCSF’s renowned health system.

<p>Situated on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, the University of Colorado College of Nursing offers a comprehensive range of programs, from BSN to DNP and Ph.D., including innovative pathways like VBSN – the Veteran to Bachelor of Science in Nursing. It has topline research initiatives and clinical practice opportunities.</p>

Colorado: University of Colorado College of Nursing

Situated on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, the University of Colorado College of Nursing offers a comprehensive range of programs, from BSN to DNP and Ph.D., including innovative pathways like VBSN – the Veteran to Bachelor of Science in Nursing. It has topline research initiatives and clinical practice opportunities.

<p>Renowned for excellence in education, research, and clinical practice, Yale School of Nursing provides MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. Integrating nursing with public health and primary care equips graduates to tackle healthcare challenges holistically. Rich in social justice and health equity, its curriculum fosters nurses devoted to enhancing community well-being.</p>

Connecticut: Yale School of Nursing, Yale University

Renowned for excellence in education, research, and clinical practice, Yale School of Nursing provides MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. Integrating nursing with public health and primary care equips graduates to tackle healthcare challenges holistically. Rich in social justice and health equity, its curriculum fosters nurses devoted to enhancing community well-being.

<p>BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD degrees at the School of Nursing at the University of Delaware incorporate evidence-based practice and interprofessional education into its curriculum. Located in Newark, its research initiatives address critical societal healthcare issues. The students gain clinical experiences in diverse settings, from urban hospitals to community health centers.</p>

Delaware: University of Delaware School of Nursing

BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD degrees at the School of Nursing at the University of Delaware incorporate evidence-based practice and interprofessional education into its curriculum. Located in Newark, its research initiatives address critical societal healthcare issues. The students gain clinical experiences in diverse settings, from urban hospitals to community health centers.

<p>In Coral Gables, the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies provides nursing programs spanning BSN to DNP and PhD degrees. Well-known for pioneering research in health disparities, HIV/AIDS, and family health, it guarantees its students advanced clinical simulations and global health experiences. </p>

Florida: University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies, Coral Gables

In Coral Gables, the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies provides nursing programs spanning BSN to DNP and PhD degrees. Well-known for pioneering research in health disparities, HIV/AIDS, and family health, it guarantees its students advanced clinical simulations and global health experiences.

<p>In Atlanta, Emory’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is a top-notch institution for nursing education. The school is recognized for its commitment to addressing health disparities and promoting patient-centered care. Students can engage in clinical practice and research in a city with some of the nation’s leading healthcare facilities.</p>

Georgia: Emory University Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

In Atlanta, Emory’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is a top-notch institution for nursing education. The school is recognized for its commitment to addressing health disparities and promoting patient-centered care. Students can engage in clinical practice and research in a city with some of the nation’s leading healthcare facilities.

<p>University of Hawaii’s School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene at Manoa gives students a unique perspective on health care in diverse and multicultural communities. All its programs, from the undergraduate to doctoral level, thrive on the integration of traditional and holistic health practices.</p>

Hawaii: University of Hawaii at Manoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene

University of Hawaii’s School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene at Manoa gives students a unique perspective on health care in diverse and multicultural communities. All its programs, from the undergraduate to doctoral level, thrive on the integration of traditional and holistic health practices.

<p>Boise State University’s School of Nursing addresses the rising need for proficient nursing practitioners. Prioritizing innovative healthcare approaches, leadership, and patient-focused services, the school blends clinical training, research, and community involvement. Students gain distinct clinical exposure through extensive collaborations with healthcare entities statewide, particularly in rural areas.</p>

Idaho: Boise State University School of Nursing

Boise State University’s School of Nursing addresses the rising need for proficient nursing practitioners. Prioritizing innovative healthcare approaches, leadership, and patient-focused services, the school blends clinical training, research, and community involvement. Students gain distinct clinical exposure through extensive collaborations with healthcare entities statewide, particularly in rural areas.

<p>The College of Nursing at the University of Illinois at Chicago excels in research and teaching. Offering various programs from essential to advanced degrees, it addresses urban health issues like unequal health and long-term sickness. Students gain valuable experience in the city environment, preparing them for various healthcare roles.</p>

Illinois: Chicago College of Nursing, University of Illinois

The College of Nursing at the University of Illinois at Chicago excels in research and teaching. Offering various programs from essential to advanced degrees, it addresses urban health issues like unequal health and long-term sickness. Students gain valuable experience in the city environment, preparing them for various healthcare roles.

<p>Purdue University’s School of Nursing in West Lafayette’s BSN, MSN, and DNP programs optimize science and evidence-based practice. Known for its research in rural health, chronic disease management, and health promotion, it equips students with critical thinking skills and clinical expertise. Nursing students benefit from high-tech labs and varied clinical experiences statewide.</p>

Indiana: Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette

Purdue University’s School of Nursing in West Lafayette’s BSN, MSN, and DNP programs optimize science and evidence-based practice. Known for its research in rural health, chronic disease management, and health promotion, it equips students with critical thinking skills and clinical expertise. Nursing students benefit from high-tech labs and varied clinical experiences statewide.

<p>Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids provides CCNE-accredited nursing programs, with options for new nurses and R.N.s pursuing career advancement. Acclaimed for holistic patient care, leadership, and community health focus, small class sizes ensure individualized attention. Ethical practice and compassionate service are core, supported by robust clinical partnerships that deliver diverse healthcare experiences.</p>

Iowa: Mount Mercy University, Cedar Rapids

Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids provides CCNE-accredited nursing programs, with options for new nurses and R.N.s pursuing career advancement. Acclaimed for holistic patient care, leadership, and community health focus, small class sizes ensure individualized attention. Ethical practice and compassionate service are core, supported by robust clinical partnerships that deliver diverse healthcare experiences.

<p>Baker University in Baldwin City offers BSN degrees through a nursing program with traditional and accelerated options. It highlights clinical proficiency, patient advocacy, leadership, and lifelong learning and integrates liberal arts, critical thinking, and faith into nursing practice. Clinical experiences across healthcare settings prepare students thoroughly for the nursing profession.</p>

Kansas: Baker University, Baldwin City

Baker University in Baldwin City offers BSN degrees through a nursing program with traditional and accelerated options. It highlights clinical proficiency, patient advocacy, leadership, and lifelong learning and integrates liberal arts, critical thinking, and faith into nursing practice. Clinical experiences across healthcare settings prepare students thoroughly for the nursing profession.

<p>Versailles’ Frontier Nursing University is a trailblazer in graduate nursing education, focusing on midwifery and family nursing. Specializing in MSN and DNP programs through distance learning, it trains nurse-midwives and family nurse practitioners for rural care. Combining online classes with local clinical placements, FNU revolutionizes nursing education.</p>

Kentucky: Frontier Nursing University, Versailles

Versailles’ Frontier Nursing University is a trailblazer in graduate nursing education, focusing on midwifery and family nursing. Specializing in MSN and DNP programs through distance learning, it trains nurse-midwives and family nurse practitioners for rural care. Combining online classes with local clinical placements, FNU revolutionizes nursing education.

<p>Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University deliver nursing education (ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP) rooted in Franciscan values – service, compassion, and respect. Its programs focus on holistic care, ethical leadership, and social justice. Students gain practical experience in the affiliated health system, readying them for varied nursing and leadership positions.</p>

Louisiana: Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, Baton Rouge

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University deliver nursing education (ASN, BSN, MSN, DNP) rooted in Franciscan values – service, compassion, and respect. Its programs focus on holistic care, ethical leadership, and social justice. Students gain practical experience in the affiliated health system, readying them for varied nursing and leadership positions.

<p>The School of Nursing at the University of Maine in Orono prepares students for the complexities of modern health care through BSN, MSN, and DNP programs. It has a supportive learning environment with access to cutting-edge simulation labs and clinical experiences in multiple settings across the state.</p>

Maine: University of Maine School of Nursing

The School of Nursing at the University of Maine in Orono prepares students for the complexities of modern health care through BSN, MSN, and DNP programs. It has a supportive learning environment with access to cutting-edge simulation labs and clinical experiences in multiple settings across the state.

<p>Based in Baltimore, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing excels globally in nursing education, research, and practice. Its BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs advocate innovation and global health improvement. Focused on evidence-based and interprofessional education, it prepares students to lead and tackle complex health issues.</p>

Maryland: Johns Hopkins School of Nursing

Based in Baltimore, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing excels globally in nursing education, research, and practice. Its BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs advocate innovation and global health improvement. Focused on evidence-based and interprofessional education, it prepares students to lead and tackle complex health issues.

<p>The educational programs at Boston College’s Connell School of Nursing in Chestnut Hill merge clinical practice with ethics and leadership in nursing. Its emphasis on holistic care in the Jesuit tradition, access to advanced simulation labs, and clinical experiences in Boston’s top health institutions prepare students for complex health challenges.</p>

Massachusetts: Boston College, William F. Connell School of Nursing, Chestnut Hill

The educational programs at Boston College’s Connell School of Nursing in Chestnut Hill merge clinical practice with ethics and leadership in nursing. Its emphasis on holistic care in the Jesuit tradition, access to advanced simulation labs, and clinical experiences in Boston’s top health institutions prepare students for complex health challenges.

<p>The University of Michigan School of Nursing in Ann Arbor delivers BSN to PhD programs, focusing on health promotion, chronic condition management, and health care technology. Supported by top-notch facilities and extensive clinical partnerships throughout Michigan, it’s a game-changer for students wanting to take on industry leadership roles.</p>

Michigan: University of Michigan School of Nursing

The University of Michigan School of Nursing in Ann Arbor delivers BSN to PhD programs, focusing on health promotion, chronic condition management, and health care technology. Supported by top-notch facilities and extensive clinical partnerships throughout Michigan, it’s a game-changer for students wanting to take on industry leadership roles.

<p>St. Catherine University in St. Paul’s BSN, MSN, and DNP degrees focus on women’s health, ethical leadership, and social justice in health care. Integrating liberal arts with professional studies, the university fosters compassionate, skilled nurses. Students gain extensive clinical experiences through partnerships with Twin Cities’ top health organizations.</p>

Minnesota: St. Catherine University, St. Paul

St. Catherine University in St. Paul’s BSN, MSN, and DNP degrees focus on women’s health, ethical leadership, and social justice in health care. Integrating liberal arts with professional studies, the university fosters compassionate, skilled nurses. Students gain extensive clinical experiences through partnerships with Twin Cities’ top health organizations.

<p>The School of Nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson has a range of programs on primary care, health disparities, and rural health. As part of Mississippi’s only academic health science center, the school provides students with extensive clinical training opportunities in competitive settings.</p>

Mississippi: University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing

The School of Nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson has a range of programs on primary care, health disparities, and rural health. As part of Mississippi’s only academic health science center, the school provides students with extensive clinical training opportunities in competitive settings.

<p>Saint Louis University’s School of Nursing in St. Louis is celebrated for prioritizing educational innovation, research, and community service. Emphasizing evidence-based practice, health technology, and interprofessional education, SLU prepares leaders to enhance health care and patient outcomes, supported by a leading simulation center and clinical alliances.</p>

Missouri: Saint Louis University, School of Nursing

Saint Louis University’s School of Nursing in St. Louis is celebrated for prioritizing educational innovation, research, and community service. Emphasizing evidence-based practice, health technology, and interprofessional education, SLU prepares leaders to enhance health care and patient outcomes, supported by a leading simulation center and clinical alliances.

<p>Montana State University’s College of Nursing, with its main campus in Bozeman, offers BSN, MSN, and DNP programs. It is distinguished for addressing rural and frontier communities’ healthcare needs and stresses primary care, mental health, and community health. The college’s multiple campuses across the state facilitate access to nursing education</p>

Montana: Montana State University College of Nursing

Montana State University’s College of Nursing, with its main campus in Bozeman, offers BSN, MSN, and DNP programs. It is distinguished for addressing rural and frontier communities’ healthcare needs and stresses primary care, mental health, and community health. The college’s multiple campuses across the state facilitate access to nursing education

<p>With its BSN and MSN programs, Bryan College of Health Sciences in Lincoln is known for its hands-on learning approach, small class sizes, and individualized student support. Its nursing programs emphasize critical thinking, patient-centered care, and community health. Their high-tech simulation labs ensure the graduates are well-prepared for professional nursing practice.</p>

Nebraska: Bryan College of Health Sciences, School of Nursing, Lincoln

With its BSN and MSN programs, Bryan College of Health Sciences in Lincoln is known for its hands-on learning approach, small class sizes, and individualized student support. Its nursing programs emphasize critical thinking, patient-centered care, and community health. Their high-tech simulation labs ensure the graduates are well-prepared for professional nursing practice.

<p>The School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with its BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, stands out for its focus on community health, nursing education, and managing chronic conditions. UNLV’s nursing school is committed to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge research.</p>

Nevada: University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Nursing

The School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with its BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, stands out for its focus on community health, nursing education, and managing chronic conditions. UNLV’s nursing school is committed to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge research.

<p>The University of New Hampshire in Durham boasts a CCNE-accredited BSN program, an MSN program focused on clinical nurse leaders, and a Direct Entry Master’s in Nursing for non-nurses. UNH supports students through innovative teaching and extensive clinical experiences in New England’s contrasting healthcare settings.</p>

New Hampshire: University of New Hampshire Department of Nursing

The University of New Hampshire in Durham boasts a CCNE-accredited BSN program, an MSN program focused on clinical nurse leaders, and a Direct Entry Master’s in Nursing for non-nurses. UNH supports students through innovative teaching and extensive clinical experiences in New England’s contrasting healthcare settings.

<p>Rutgers School of Nursing, spanning Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, presents BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. It excels in urban health and health disparities research, preparing students for nursing leadership and health policy roles. Strategic clinical partnerships in New Jersey ensure varied practice experiences.</p>

New Jersey: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Nursing

Rutgers School of Nursing, spanning Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, presents BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. It excels in urban health and health disparities research, preparing students for nursing leadership and health policy roles. Strategic clinical partnerships in New Jersey ensure varied practice experiences.

<p>The University of New Mexico College of Nursing in Albuquerque, spanning BSN to DNP and PhD, emphasizes rural health, health disparities, and Native American health. It melds traditional and modern educational approaches and excels in training nurses for New Mexico’s varied urban and rural communities.</p>

New Mexico: University of New Mexico College of Nursing

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing in Albuquerque, spanning BSN to DNP and PhD, emphasizes rural health, health disparities, and Native American health. It melds traditional and modern educational approaches and excels in training nurses for New Mexico’s varied urban and rural communities.

<p>Columbia University’s School of Nursing in New York City leads in innovative education and research, focusing on global health challenges, health equity, and enhanced healthcare access. It provides comprehensive clinical training across advanced nursing fields in New York’s top hospitals, equipping students for excellence in diverse healthcare environments.</p>

New York: Columbia University School of Nursing, New York

Columbia University’s School of Nursing in New York City leads in innovative education and research, focusing on global health challenges, health equity, and enhanced healthcare access. It provides comprehensive clinical training across advanced nursing fields in New York’s top hospitals, equipping students for excellence in diverse healthcare environments.

<p>Duke University School of Nursing in Durham, North Carolina, excels globally in nursing education, research, and practice. Its ABSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs include an innovative curriculum, advanced facilities, and robust clinical partnerships. Focusing on leadership, global health, and evidence-based practice, Duke prioritizes diversity and inclusion.</p>

North Carolina: Duke University School of Nursing, Durham

Duke University School of Nursing in Durham, North Carolina, excels globally in nursing education, research, and practice. Its ABSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs include an innovative curriculum, advanced facilities, and robust clinical partnerships. Focusing on leadership, global health, and evidence-based practice, Duke prioritizes diversity and inclusion.

<p>Mayville State University, located in North Dakota, provides an online BSN completion program for R.N.s with an associate degree or nursing diploma. The program enhances clinical, management, and leadership skills through personalized education. It fosters nurses for advanced healthcare roles by presenting flexible options for working professionals.</p>

North Dakota: Mayville State University

Mayville State University, located in North Dakota, provides an online BSN completion program for R.N.s with an associate degree or nursing diploma. The program enhances clinical, management, and leadership skills through personalized education. It fosters nurses for advanced healthcare roles by presenting flexible options for working professionals.

<p>Ohio State University College of Nursing in Columbus excels in nursing education, providing BSN to DNP and PhD programs. It leads to health promotion, chronic disease, and evidence-based research. Focused on wellness and prevention, OSU equips graduates for leadership in healthcare, academia, and research sectors.</p>

Ohio: Ohio State University College of Nursing

Ohio State University College of Nursing in Columbus excels in nursing education, providing BSN to DNP and PhD programs. It leads to health promotion, chronic disease, and evidence-based research. Focused on wellness and prevention, OSU equips graduates for leadership in healthcare, academia, and research sectors.

<p>Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, provides a BSN program focusing on science, critical thinking, and clinical skills. With an emphasis on cultural competence, community health, and patient-centered care, NSU prepares nurses for diverse populations. Its program includes extensive clinical experiences, ensuring graduates’ readiness for practice.</p>

Oklahoma: Northeastern State University, Tahlequah

Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, provides a BSN program focusing on science, critical thinking, and clinical skills. With an emphasis on cultural competence, community health, and patient-centered care, NSU prepares nurses for diverse populations. Its program includes extensive clinical experiences, ensuring graduates’ readiness for practice.

<p>Bushnell University in Eugene, Oregon, delivers a BSN program that molds compassionate and skilled nurses, emphasizing holistic care, ethics, and leadership. Grounded in Christian values, it merges faith with healthcare, promoting spiritually and culturally sensitive care. The curriculum, rich in clinical experiences, prepares graduates to serve patients and communities empathetically.</p>

Oregon: Bushnell University

Bushnell University in Eugene, Oregon, delivers a BSN program that molds compassionate and skilled nurses, emphasizing holistic care, ethics, and leadership. Grounded in Christian values, it merges faith with healthcare, promoting spiritually and culturally sensitive care. The curriculum, rich in clinical experiences, prepares graduates to serve patients and communities empathetically.

<p>The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, an Ivy League institution in Philadelphia, provides extensive nursing programs from BSN to PhD. Renowned for leadership in education, research, and practice, it specializes in pediatrics, women’s health, and gerontology. Penn Nursing’s focus on innovation and interprofessional education prepares students for healthcare reform leadership.</p>

Pennsylvania: University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing

The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, an Ivy League institution in Philadelphia, provides extensive nursing programs from BSN to PhD. Renowned for leadership in education, research, and practice, it specializes in pediatrics, women’s health, and gerontology. Penn Nursing’s focus on innovation and interprofessional education prepares students for healthcare reform leadership.

<p>Students at the University of Rhode Island College of Nursing in Kingston can pursue BSN to PhD degrees, focusing on gerontology, community health, and health disparities. The program offers a rich mix of evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and interprofessional collaboration, with varying clinical experiences in Rhode Island and beyond.</p>

Rhode Island: University of Rhode Island College of Nursing, Kingston

Students at the University of Rhode Island College of Nursing in Kingston can pursue BSN to PhD degrees, focusing on gerontology, community health, and health disparities. The program offers a rich mix of evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and interprofessional collaboration, with varying clinical experiences in Rhode Island and beyond.

<p>The University of South Carolina College of Nursing in Columbia provides BSN to PhD programs, emphasizing research, leadership, and evidence-based practice. With advanced simulation labs and wide-ranging clinical experiences, the college aims to address South Carolina’s healthcare challenges, focusing on rural health, health disparities, and chronic illness management.</p>

South Carolina: University of South Carolina College of Nursing, Columbia

The University of South Carolina College of Nursing in Columbia provides BSN to PhD programs, emphasizing research, leadership, and evidence-based practice. With advanced simulation labs and wide-ranging clinical experiences, the college aims to address South Carolina’s healthcare challenges, focusing on rural health, health disparities, and chronic illness management.

<p>Mount Marty University in Yankton offers a BSN program prioritizing compassionate care, ethical practice, and leadership. Integrating liberal arts with nursing ensures small class sizes for a personalized education that fosters critical thinking and clinical skills, preparing graduates to serve with faith and commitment, especially in the Midwest.</p>

South Dakota: Mount Marty University Nursing Program, Yankton

Mount Marty University in Yankton offers a BSN program prioritizing compassionate care, ethical practice, and leadership. Integrating liberal arts with nursing ensures small class sizes for a personalized education that fosters critical thinking and clinical skills, preparing graduates to serve with faith and commitment, especially in the Midwest.

<p>Vanderbilt University School of Nursing in Nashville provides MSN, DNP, and PhD programs, focusing on advanced nursing practice, healthcare leadership, and research. Renowned for innovative education and research, it equips students for leadership in healthcare, academia, and policy, offering extensive clinical experience through Vanderbilt University Medical Center.</p>

Tennessee: Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing in Nashville provides MSN, DNP, and PhD programs, focusing on advanced nursing practice, healthcare leadership, and research. Renowned for innovative education and research, it equips students for leadership in healthcare, academia, and policy, offering extensive clinical experience through Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

<p>The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing provides BSN, MSN, and PhD programs centered on healthcare leadership, innovation, and evidence-based practice. Noted for its psychiatric, pediatric, and chronic illness management research, UT Austin trains graduates for advanced healthcare leadership roles, ensuring improved outcomes for diverse communities.</p>

Texas: University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing

The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing provides BSN, MSN, and PhD programs centered on healthcare leadership, innovation, and evidence-based practice. Noted for its psychiatric, pediatric, and chronic illness management research, UT Austin trains graduates for advanced healthcare leadership roles, ensuring improved outcomes for diverse communities.

<p>This Nursing College is known in Provo for integrating spiritual care with nursing excellence. Its BSN program and graduate certificates are designed to nurture skilled and compassionate nurses. Emphasizing the Healer’s art of holistic care, the curriculum includes disparate clinical experiences in Utah and elsewhere.</p>

Utah: Brigham Young University College of Nursing, Provo

This Nursing College is known in Provo for integrating spiritual care with nursing excellence. Its BSN program and graduate certificates are designed to nurture skilled and compassionate nurses. Emphasizing the Healer’s art of holistic care, the curriculum includes disparate clinical experiences in Utah and elsewhere.

<p>Norwich University’s BSN program in Northfield focuses on molding leaders in nursing and healthcare by enhancing critical thinking, communication, and clinical skills for ethical practice. With a commitment to service and innovation, its rigorous curriculum with extensive clinical experiences targets rural and underserved communities in Vermont.</p>

Vermont: Norwich University School of Nursing, Northfield

Norwich University’s BSN program in Northfield focuses on molding leaders in nursing and healthcare by enhancing critical thinking, communication, and clinical skills for ethical practice. With a commitment to service and innovation, its rigorous curriculum with extensive clinical experiences targets rural and underserved communities in Vermont.

<p>The University of Virginia School of Nursing in Charlottesville provides BSN through PhD programs, recognized for clinical excellence, leadership, and research, focusing on health equity and reducing disparities. Students experience a challenging academic setting and gain extensive clinical exposure at the UVA Medical Center, a premier academic institution.</p>

Virginia: University of Virginia School of Nursing

The University of Virginia School of Nursing in Charlottesville provides BSN through PhD programs, recognized for clinical excellence, leadership, and research, focusing on health equity and reducing disparities. Students experience a challenging academic setting and gain extensive clinical exposure at the UVA Medical Center, a premier academic institution.

<p>The University of Washington School of Nursing in Seattle excels in nursing education, research, and practice with BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. It stands out in public health, community health, and health informatics, fostering innovation and excellence. Graduates are equipped to enhance healthcare systems and patient outcomes worldwide.</p>

Washington: University of Washington School of Nursing

The University of Washington School of Nursing in Seattle excels in nursing education, research, and practice with BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. It stands out in public health, community health, and health informatics, fostering innovation and excellence. Graduates are equipped to enhance healthcare systems and patient outcomes worldwide.

<p>West Virginia University School of Nursing, located in Morgantown, Charleston, and Beckley, provides BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, emphasizing rural health, chronic disease, and family health. It aims to equip students with practical experience and research and enhance healthcare access to tackle health challenges in West Virginia and similar areas.</p>

West Virginia: West Virginia University School of Nursing

West Virginia University School of Nursing, located in Morgantown, Charleston, and Beckley, provides BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, emphasizing rural health, chronic disease, and family health. It aims to equip students with practical experience and research and enhance healthcare access to tackle health challenges in West Virginia and similar areas.

<p>Marquette University’s Nursing College in Milwaukee has BSN to PhD programs that uphold innovation, clinical excellence, and social justice. It prepares nurses for health equity advocacy, blending rigorous academics with practical experience, supported by top simulation labs and partnerships for comprehensive practicums and research in healthcare.</p>

Wisconsin: Marquette University College of Nursing, Milwaukee

Marquette University’s Nursing College in Milwaukee has BSN to PhD programs that uphold innovation, clinical excellence, and social justice. It prepares nurses for health equity advocacy, blending rigorous academics with practical experience, supported by top simulation labs and partnerships for comprehensive practicums and research in healthcare.

<p>With its BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, the University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney focuses on rural and frontier health care, including primary care, mental health, and community health. Its curriculum addresses Wyoming’s unique health needs, preparing graduates for impactful roles in rural communities.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://housely.com/best-nursing-schools-state-by-state-guide-2024/">Best Nursing Schools: State-by-State Guide 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://housely.com">Housely</a>.</p>

Wyoming: University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing

With its BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, the University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney focuses on rural and frontier health care, including primary care, mental health, and community health. Its curriculum addresses Wyoming’s unique health needs, preparing graduates for impactful roles in rural communities.

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