Leading the next century of nursing excellence.
Advancing the future of nursing with bold innovation in education, practice, and research.
Celebrating a Century, Inspiring the Next
Since 1925, the University of Rochester School of Nursing has been at the forefront of education, research, and practice — preparing nurses to lead, innovate, and care with compassion. As we celebrate our Centennial, join us in honoring our past, celebrating our present, and shaping our future together.
News & Stories
Charting New Waters
How a nurse-driven workplace wellness program is changing lives and reducing risks
A nurse-led workplace wellness program is changing the way we think about preventative care. Founded and operated at the University of Rochester School of Nursing, the UR Medicine Center for Employee Wellness is now celebrating 10 years of delivering life-changing programs to Western New York communities. From comprehensive biometric screenings to lifestyle coaching and chronic condition management, recent research shows that Employee Wellness' programs are helping individuals reduce their health risks — and the cost of treating them.
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.
91%
ACTIVELY PRACTICING FACULTY
UR Nursing faculty maintain an active practice in clinical settings across the region and are leaders in their field.
No. 1
RANKED IN UPSTATE NY
UR Nursing ranks among the nation’s best master’s nursing programs, and No. 1 in Upstate New York, 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.
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.
Innovative Academic Programs
Our programs feature a wide range of degree, post-degree, and certificate options to meet the needs of a diverse and broad spectrum of nursing and health care professionals.
