School of Nursing and Health Studies
P.O. Box 248153
Coral Gables, FL 33124
The University of Miami
A private research university with more than 15,000 students from around the world, the University of Miami is a vibrant and diverse academic community focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond.
In 2009, U.S.News & World Report recognized UM among the top-tier of national universities, ranking it No. 50 in its listings of "America's Best Colleges"
School of Nursing and Health Studies
The School of Nursing and Health Studies has set the standard for quality nursing and health studies in South Florida for more than 50 years. Established in 1948 as the region's first baccalaureate nursing program, the school has educated nurses at the master's level since 1976 and the doctoral level since 1985. In 2005 the school expanded its program offerings to include UM's health science program and changed its name to the School of Nursing and Health Studies. The University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies offers all the resources of a top research university. Our programs include: BSN (Traditional, Accelerated, RN-BSN), BSHS, Masters Programs (anesthesia, acute care, FNP), Education and Doctoral Programs (DNP and PhD).
Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Unlike many other nursing programs nationwide, the University of Miami admits students to the BSN program in the School of Nursing and Health Studies as Freshmen. UM freshmen are guaranteed progression to the upper division of the BSN providing they complete the pre-requisite coursework and maintain the required GPA. Transfer students from accredited 2 year and 4 year institutions may also apply.
The program requires a 4-year course of study for the new high school graduate and a 2-year course of study for the student transferring 60 credit hours.
The first 2 years of the 4-year program focus on general education course work and pre-requisite courses for nursing, particularly the sciences. The last 2 years of the program, for both continuing and transfer students, consists of nursing didactic and clinical course work.
Upon completion of the program, students graduate with a BSN degree and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX).
Accelerated Option (BSN)
(For students with a non-nursing bachelor's degree and no nursing experience. 1-year program)
This streamlined program is designed for individuals who possess an undergraduate degree in a field other than nursing. The 1-year (3-semester), full-time program begins in May and August. Upon completion of the program, students graduate with a BSN degree and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX).
2nd Degree Option (BSN)
(For students with a non-nursing bachelor's degree and no nursing experience. 1-year program)
This program is for individuals who have completed an undergraduate degree in a field other than nursing who prefer to complete their nursing studies over a 2-year period.
RN to BSN Transition
The school's RN-to-BSN program facilitates career advancement and opens a world of new opportunities for the Registered Nurse prepared with an Associate degree or a diploma in nursing.
The program consists of 30 academic credits with 30 additional credits awarded based on the RN license. Didactic coursework is completed on-line to accommodate the schedule of the working RN. Clinical requirements are met through arranged clinical experiences.
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