Accelerated Programs
Monday, May 19, 2025
‘A Calling to Serve Others’: UR Nursing Class of 2025 Celebrates Next Steps
UR Nursing honored more than 250 current and future nurses and healthcare professionals across its bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs Friday, May 16, as they turned their tassels.
‘A Calling to Serve Others’: UR Nursing Class of 2025 Celebrates Next Steps
UR Nursing honored more than 250 current and future nurses and healthcare professionals across its bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs Friday, May 16, as they turned their tassels.
Thursday, May 8, 2025
NYS Program Offers Funded Pathway to New Nursing Career
Aspiring nurses across New York State may now be eligible to attend the University of Rochester School of Nursing’s Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing (ABSN) program with funding from the New York State Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program — a statewide initiative to strengthen the health workforce in communities with limited access to care.
NYS Program Offers Funded Pathway to New Nursing Career
Aspiring nurses across New York State may now be eligible to attend the University of Rochester School of Nursing’s Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing (ABSN) program with funding from the New York State Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program — a statewide initiative to strengthen the health workforce in communities with limited access to care.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Nurses Week: Q&A with Accelerated Bachelor's Alumnus Diyor Mukhammadov
Roles as a medical assistant, home health aide, and translator led Mukhammadov to pursue an accelerated bachelor’s in nursing at the University of Rochester and become a nurse at Wilmot Cancer Institute.
Nurses Week: Q&A with Accelerated Bachelor's Alumnus Diyor Mukhammadov
Roles as a medical assistant, home health aide, and translator led Mukhammadov to pursue an accelerated bachelor’s in nursing at the University of Rochester and become a nurse at Wilmot Cancer Institute.
Thursday, Apr 24, 2025
Student Speaker Profile: Sarah Mullen, Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing Program
For as long as she can remember, nursing has been in the back of Sarah Mullen's mind — a quiet, persistent calling. But it wasn’t until after her son's birth that the calling became a clear conviction.
Student Speaker Profile: Sarah Mullen, Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing Program
For as long as she can remember, nursing has been in the back of Sarah Mullen's mind — a quiet, persistent calling. But it wasn’t until after her son's birth that the calling became a clear conviction.
Monday, Mar 17, 2025
CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N
Alumnus and URMC Acute Medicine nurse Matt Ramos hopes to expand his impact in nursing and public health as he prepares to graduate from the Clinical Nurse Leader program.
CNL Student Spotlight: Matt Ramos '21N
Alumnus and URMC Acute Medicine nurse Matt Ramos hopes to expand his impact in nursing and public health as he prepares to graduate from the Clinical Nurse Leader program.
Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025
Faculty Receive International Credential in Simulation Education
Two University of Rochester nursing faculty members and alumni are now among just 103 individuals across the world to hold advanced certifications as healthcare simulation educators, or CHSE-A.
Faculty Receive International Credential in Simulation Education
Two University of Rochester nursing faculty members and alumni are now among just 103 individuals across the world to hold advanced certifications as healthcare simulation educators, or CHSE-A.
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024
UR Nursing Launches Master’s Direct Entry Program
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is excited to announce the launch of its new Master’s Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MDE) program, providing an accelerated pathway for non-nursing college graduates to earn a Master of Science in Nursing degree.
UR Nursing Launches Master’s Direct Entry Program
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is excited to announce the launch of its new Master’s Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MDE) program, providing an accelerated pathway for non-nursing college graduates to earn a Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Monday, Nov 11, 2024
Veterans Day 2024: Nate Schacher Shares Journey from Marine Corps to Medicine
Family NP student Nate Schacher ’23N is passionate about sports medicine and veteran health. He shares his career journey for Veterans Day 2024.
Veterans Day 2024: Nate Schacher Shares Journey from Marine Corps to Medicine
Family NP student Nate Schacher ’23N is passionate about sports medicine and veteran health. He shares his career journey for Veterans Day 2024.
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024
How to Succeed in an Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing (ABSN) Program
Accelerated nursing programs prepare you for a swift transition into the nursing workforce but the rigorous nature of the program can feel overwhelming at times. By following these tips, you’ll be prepared to tackle the challenges of the program and emerge as a skilled nursing professional.
How to Succeed in an Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing (ABSN) Program
Accelerated nursing programs prepare you for a swift transition into the nursing workforce but the rigorous nature of the program can feel overwhelming at times. By following these tips, you’ll be prepared to tackle the challenges of the program and emerge as a skilled nursing professional.
Thursday, Sep 26, 2024
Alumni Profile: Nursing Scholar Brana Dubajic ’24N Finds Strength in a Fresh Start
A former assistant district attorney and recent graduate of the UR Nursing Scholars program, Dubajic found out law and medicine have a lot in common.
Alumni Profile: Nursing Scholar Brana Dubajic ’24N Finds Strength in a Fresh Start
A former assistant district attorney and recent graduate of the UR Nursing Scholars program, Dubajic found out law and medicine have a lot in common.
Wednesday, Sep 25, 2024
Should I Pursue the 12-Month or 24-Month ABSN at UR School of Nursing?
Are you considering a career in nursing but unsure which accelerated program is right for you? The University of Rochester School of Nursing offers two distinct pathways—on a 12-month or 24-month timeline.
Should I Pursue the 12-Month or 24-Month ABSN at UR School of Nursing?
Are you considering a career in nursing but unsure which accelerated program is right for you? The University of Rochester School of Nursing offers two distinct pathways—on a 12-month or 24-month timeline.
Tuesday, Sep 24, 2024
Alumni Profile: Arline Villa Rubio ’24N Advocates for Underserved Populations
An inaugural graduate of the UR Nursing Scholars program, Villa Rubio is passionate about public health and supporting underserved populations.
Alumni Profile: Arline Villa Rubio ’24N Advocates for Underserved Populations
An inaugural graduate of the UR Nursing Scholars program, Villa Rubio is passionate about public health and supporting underserved populations.
Monday, Sep 9, 2024
UR Nursing Earns Renewal of Apple Distinguished School Recognition
An Apple Distinguished School since 2021, UR Nursing was noted for its use of Apple technology to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning.
UR Nursing Earns Renewal of Apple Distinguished School Recognition
An Apple Distinguished School since 2021, UR Nursing was noted for its use of Apple technology to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning.
Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024
Pinning Ceremony Honors Summer 2024 Nursing Graduates
The School of Nursing recognized more than 80 graduates of the accelerated bachelor's and RN to BS programs.
Pinning Ceremony Honors Summer 2024 Nursing Graduates
The School of Nursing recognized more than 80 graduates of the accelerated bachelor's and RN to BS programs.
Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024
UR Nursing Celebrates Fall Convocation, Recognizes Top Scholars
The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.
UR Nursing Celebrates Fall Convocation, Recognizes Top Scholars
The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.
Tuesday, Jun 25, 2024
UR Medicine Extends Tuition-Free UR Nursing Scholars Program Through 2027
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and the School of Nursing are thrilled to announce the extension of the groundbreaking UR Nursing Scholars program for an additional three years, committing to preparing new nurses through Summer 2027.
UR Medicine Extends Tuition-Free UR Nursing Scholars Program Through 2027
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and the School of Nursing are thrilled to announce the extension of the groundbreaking UR Nursing Scholars program for an additional three years, committing to preparing new nurses through Summer 2027.
Monday, May 20, 2024
UR Nursing Achieves Historic 100% Pass Rate on Next Generation NCLEX
The University of Rochester School of Nursing proudly announces that its graduates from the Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing program have achieved a remarkable 100 percent pass rate on the Next Generation NCLEX exam.
UR Nursing Achieves Historic 100% Pass Rate on Next Generation NCLEX
The University of Rochester School of Nursing proudly announces that its graduates from the Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing program have achieved a remarkable 100 percent pass rate on the Next Generation NCLEX exam.
Monday, Apr 8, 2024
UR Nursing Lands at No. 21 in National Ranking of Master’s Programs
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 21 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2024-25 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.
UR Nursing Lands at No. 21 in National Ranking of Master’s Programs
The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 21 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2024-25 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.
Wednesday, Mar 6, 2024
Student Spotlight: Hylin Smith Pursues Lifelong Dream in 24-Month Bachelor's Program
Smith's path to nursing started in health care administration, working alongside patients, families, and care teams on a Patient Relations team.
Student Spotlight: Hylin Smith Pursues Lifelong Dream in 24-Month Bachelor's Program
Smith's path to nursing started in health care administration, working alongside patients, families, and care teams on a Patient Relations team.
Monday, Dec 18, 2023
December Pinning Ceremony Celebrates Newest Bachelor's-Prepared Nurses
The School of Nursing celebrated 60 of its newest bachelor's prepared nurses.
December Pinning Ceremony Celebrates Newest Bachelor's-Prepared Nurses
The School of Nursing celebrated 60 of its newest bachelor's prepared nurses.
Tuesday, Nov 21, 2023
‘It was meant to be:’ Through nursing, Thaw Htoo sees a way to support Rochester refugees
Htoo arrived at the Children's School as a refugee at age 11. By coincidence, he returned as a soon-to-be nurse for his final-semester community health clinicals.
‘It was meant to be:’ Through nursing, Thaw Htoo sees a way to support Rochester refugees
Htoo arrived at the Children's School as a refugee at age 11. By coincidence, he returned as a soon-to-be nurse for his final-semester community health clinicals.
Friday, Nov 10, 2023
UR Nursing Recognized by AACN as Leader in Educational Innovation
The University of Rochester School of Nursing was named a recipient of the American Associate of Colleges of Nursing’s (AACN) 2023 Innovations in Professional Nursing Education award.
UR Nursing Recognized by AACN as Leader in Educational Innovation
The University of Rochester School of Nursing was named a recipient of the American Associate of Colleges of Nursing’s (AACN) 2023 Innovations in Professional Nursing Education award.
Monday, Sep 18, 2023
US News & World Report Ranks UR Nursing Undergraduate Programs # 23 in the Nation
The University of Rochester School of Nursing’s bachelor’s-level programs are number 23 in the nation according to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.
US News & World Report Ranks UR Nursing Undergraduate Programs # 23 in the Nation
The University of Rochester School of Nursing’s bachelor’s-level programs are number 23 in the nation according to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.
Wednesday, Sep 6, 2023
Convocation Welcomes New Students, Celebrates Award Winners
The annual ceremony celebrated new and returning students, and marked major milestones for the School of Nursing.
Convocation Welcomes New Students, Celebrates Award Winners
The annual ceremony celebrated new and returning students, and marked major milestones for the School of Nursing.
Friday, Jul 21, 2023
From Classroom to Clinical: Embracing Technology to Prepare Tomorrow’s Nurses
The School of Nursing has revamped its education approach to prepare nurses for a future marked by disruption.
From Classroom to Clinical: Embracing Technology to Prepare Tomorrow’s Nurses
The School of Nursing has revamped its education approach to prepare nurses for a future marked by disruption.
Tuesday, Jul 11, 2023
Student Spotlight: Natalie Lewis is Making an Impact in Mental Health
Natalie Lewis is using her UR Nursing education to improve access to mental health services in Rochester.
Student Spotlight: Natalie Lewis is Making an Impact in Mental Health
Natalie Lewis is using her UR Nursing education to improve access to mental health services in Rochester.
Tuesday, Jun 6, 2023
UR Medicine Admits First Cohort, Expands Tuition-Free Nursing Scholars Program
To combat the rising nursing shortage in the region, the University of Rochester Medical Center and School of Nursing have announced an expansion of their pioneering UR Nursing Scholars Program.
UR Medicine Admits First Cohort, Expands Tuition-Free Nursing Scholars Program
To combat the rising nursing shortage in the region, the University of Rochester Medical Center and School of Nursing have announced an expansion of their pioneering UR Nursing Scholars Program.
Thursday, Jan 12, 2023
UR Medicine Launches Tuition-Free Nursing Education Program
To combat the region’s nursing shortage, the University of Rochester Medical Center and School of Nursing today announced an innovative program to provide a tuition-free nursing education for 33 students per year, with the first cohort expected to enroll in Fall 2023.
UR Medicine Launches Tuition-Free Nursing Education Program
To combat the region’s nursing shortage, the University of Rochester Medical Center and School of Nursing today announced an innovative program to provide a tuition-free nursing education for 33 students per year, with the first cohort expected to enroll in Fall 2023.
Wednesday, Dec 7, 2022
School of Nursing Offers 24-Month Pathway for Accelerated Nursing Program
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is now accepting applications for a new 24-month option in the Accelerated Bachelor’s Program for Non-Nurses. The degree pathway allows aspiring nurses to complete the program in six consecutive semesters to earn a second bachelor’s degree in nursing.
School of Nursing Offers 24-Month Pathway for Accelerated Nursing Program
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is now accepting applications for a new 24-month option in the Accelerated Bachelor’s Program for Non-Nurses. The degree pathway allows aspiring nurses to complete the program in six consecutive semesters to earn a second bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Wednesday, Jul 6, 2022
A Worthy Faux: Simulation Events Create Powerful Learning Environment
"So far, it’s the most realistic education we’ve gotten in the program,” Sean Goonan, RN, BS, OCN, a 2021 adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner graduate, said after participating in his first Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). “In my opinion, it’s almost the equivalent of walking into a real patient’s room for the first time.”
A Worthy Faux: Simulation Events Create Powerful Learning Environment
"So far, it’s the most realistic education we’ve gotten in the program,” Sean Goonan, RN, BS, OCN, a 2021 adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner graduate, said after participating in his first Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). “In my opinion, it’s almost the equivalent of walking into a real patient’s room for the first time.”
Friday, Feb 11, 2022
A Family Affair: Fate (and a global pandemic) bring sisters and mother to UR School of Nursing at same time
Three members of the same household attending the same school at the same time may seem like an intentional family bonding experience, but in reality, it was more like a happy accident.
A Family Affair: Fate (and a global pandemic) bring sisters and mother to UR School of Nursing at same time
Three members of the same household attending the same school at the same time may seem like an intentional family bonding experience, but in reality, it was more like a happy accident.
Friday, Oct 6, 2017
Coming Full Circle
Raleigh Galbraith smiles down at three-week-old Ava as her professor shows her how to best listen to the preemie’s tiny heart. He sanitizes his hands one more time, grabs the miniature stethoscope from the side of the crib, and gently adjusts the 4-pound baby’s onesie.
Coming Full Circle
Raleigh Galbraith smiles down at three-week-old Ava as her professor shows her how to best listen to the preemie’s tiny heart. He sanitizes his hands one more time, grabs the miniature stethoscope from the side of the crib, and gently adjusts the 4-pound baby’s onesie.
Wednesday, Dec 30, 2015
Emotions ride high during APNN graduation ceremony | University of Rochester School of Nursing
One by one, they paraded across the stage accompanied by tears and laughter. Awaiting them at the other end was a diploma, a pin and the beginning of a new life.
Emotions ride high during APNN graduation ceremony | University of Rochester School of Nursing
One by one, they paraded across the stage accompanied by tears and laughter. Awaiting them at the other end was a diploma, a pin and the beginning of a new life.