The Office of Student Affairs at the University of Rochester School of Nursing publishes the following handbooks, policies, and procedures for matriculated students. The School of Nursing reserves the right to change—at any time and without notice—any of its degree requirements, policies, course descriptions, and requirements, and any other information contained in these handbooks. Past handbooks are available upon request; contact the Student Affairs Office for assistance.
Student Handbook
This handbook is published by the School of Nursing and is designed for use by students, staff and faculty. It includes background information about the school, policies and procedures for all students, information on facilities, resources, and services, and general information about individual programs.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Student Handbook
This supplement to the Student Handbook includes information about DNP program learning outcomes, curriculum, program milestones, and project development, as well as resources and support for DNP students to enhance the learning experience.
PhD Student Handbook
This supplement to the Student Handbook includes information about the PhD in Nursing & Health Science curriculum, program milestones, registration procedures and requirements, and completing the PhD dissertation and dissertation defense.
UR Nursing Scholars Handbooks
These handbooks serve as a central resource for students (referred to as Scholars) participating in the University of Rochester Nursing Scholars Program (the URNS Program). They outline and reference policies, procedures, expectations, and responsibilities applicable to Scholars across the full lifecycle of the URNS Program, from enrollment in the academic curriculum through completion of the post-graduation employment commitment.
Technical Standards & Expectations
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is responsible for educating and transitioning competent students into nursing and healthcare professionals who educate, lead, conduct research, care for persons, families, and/or communities using critical thinking and clinical judgment, broad-based knowledge, and well-honed technical skills.