Admissions and Aid
We’re excited that you’re considering advancing your education and proud to show you why the UR School of Nursing should be your top choice for a rewarding and successful health care career. Whether you are brand new to nursing or pursuing an advanced degree, our academic programs are some of the best in the country and backed by expert faculty. See yourself here!
A look inside the University of Rochester School of Nursing.
Our partnership with a leading academic medical center offers world-class clinical facilities with an intimate classroom setting right across the street for vibrant student-to-student and student-to-faculty interaction. Immerse yourself by clicking on A Look Inside: UR Nursing.
Please note: Applicants and those interested in applying to the University of Rochester School of Nursing may reference our COVID-19 website for updated information related to COVID-19 safety procedures and requirements, academic planning, and FAQs specific to applying to the School of Nursing for upcoming semesters.
Our vision
The University of Rochester School of Nursing employs a holistic application review process to identify curious, capable, and engaged students from across the globe.
We seek to understand each applicant’s academic strengths, life experiences, and ethical character to determine their potential to contribute to diverse learning environments and improve the health of individuals and communities.
We are a school that values equality of opportunity, diversity, inclusivity, and honest, respectful examination of ideas. We seek applicants who will champion these values as future clinicians, leaders, educators, and scholars, joining us in making the world ever better. Meliora!
Take a course
Students are often interested in trying courses to get a feel for UR Nursing's programs or to complete coursework before applying to a degree program. Registering as a non-matriculated student gives you the opportunity to enroll in courses without being formally admitted to the UR School of Nursing. See recommended courses and our upcoming course schedule:
Learn more about applying
If you need more information about common application questions or how to start your application, see:
Connect with us
We host events throughout the year to help you learn more about our programs and how to apply. Explore our calendar to select and register for an upcoming event or schedule a 1:1 visit with an admissions counselor:
We believe every student should have access to a UR School of Nursing education. We provide scholarships, grants, and other aid opportunities to serve a diverse student population from all backgrounds. These include:
This 50 percent scholarship is currently being offered to students living or working in the Finger Lakes region who apply to the Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or RN to BS program.
The Dean's Diversity Scholarships help support the mission of the School to diversify the nursing workforce.
The School of Nursing is partnering with the University of Rochester Medical Center to cover the full cost of tuition for UR employees regardless of tuition benefit eligibility for the RN to BS program and select master's programs.
The University of Rochester thanks our veterans for your service to our country and values your contributions to our campus community.
Work at a URMC affiliate organization? Receive 55 percent in tuition support for the RN to BS and select master's programs.
For more information about additional types of aid, including Federal Direct Loans, Federal Parent PLUS Loans, Federal Graduate PLUS Loans, State Educational Loans, and Alternative Educational Loans.
Program |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
| Accelerated Bachelor’s (ABPNN) | March 1 | July 1 | Nov. 1 |
| RN to BS | July 1 | Nov. 1 | March 1 |
| Accelerated Master’s (AMPNN) | July 1 | Nov. 1 | |
| RN to BS to MS | April 15 | Sept. 15 | Jan. 15 (N/A for NP-Master's programs) |
| Master's | |||
| Post-Master's Certificate | |||
| DNP | |||
| International student deadline for all programs | |||
| PhD, MS-PhD | Feb. 1 / Apr. 15* | ||
| Online Prerequisite Courses | Course Starts Sept. 10 Last day to register: Dec. 1 | Course starts Jan. 10. Last day— to register: April 1. | Course starts June 10. Last day to register: Aug. 1 |
| RNFA | July 15 | Nov. 15 | April 15 |
| Legal Nurse Consultant | Sept. 1 | -- | -- |
| Non-Matriculated Courses | Enroll any time before the course start date. Check our calendar for course start dates | ||
| Care Management Education Program | Rolling admissions | ||
| Medical Terminology Course | Rolling admissions | ||