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The future of nursing starts here.

Preparing nurses at the forefront of health care through innovative education, practice, and research.

Dean Lisa Kitko in front of Helen Wood Hall

Welcome!


What an honor it is to serve as Dean of this wonderful school! Whether you are advancing your practice as a clinical nurse, pursuing a career change to nursing, researching ways to improve health care, or interested in educating future nurse leaders, the University of Rochester School of Nursing offers unique opportunities to grow personally and professionally.


Message from Dean Kitko

Nursing at the University of Rochester

The School of Nursing at the University of Rochester is a national leader in the discipline of nursing. We seek to build on our pioneering tradition of unifying nursing education, research, and practice as we pursue excellence in clinical and scientific learning, discovery, and nursing care within an environment of diversity and inclusion.

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ACTIVELY PRACTICING FACULTY

UR Nursing faculty maintain an active practice in clinical settings across the region and are leaders in their field.

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BEST MASTER's PROGRAMS

UR Nursing ranks among the nation’s best master’s nursing programs at No. 21, according to U.S. News and World Report.

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BEST DNP PROGRAM

UR Nursing ranks among the nation’s best Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at No. 27, according to U.S. News and World Report.

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RESEARCH FUNDING

UR Nursing ranks among the top nursing schools in research funding from the National Institutes of Health.

Why UR Nursing?

A built-in support system.

Connect with a network of peers and faculty at every stage of your journey.

Student Support about A built-in support system.
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A high-tech, hands-on education.

Enhance your clinical skills and knowledge in a state-of-the-art learning environment.

Experiential Learning about A high-tech, hands-on education.

A commitment to quality care.

Join leaders in nursing who actively work to improve patient care at the bedside and across health care systems.

Faculty & Staff about A commitment to quality care.
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Innovative academic programs.

A wide-range of degree and certificate programs prepare nurses at every level to provide quality care for people everywhere.

Accelerated Nursing Programs

Online Nursing Prerequisites

RN to BS Online Program

Master's Programs

Doctoral Programs

Advanced Certificate Programs

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