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New York University – College of Nursing


New York University
College of Nursing
Office of Student Affairs and Admissions
246 Greene Street
New York, NY 10003

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New York University

New York University (NYU), one of the largest private universities in the country, was founded in 1831. NYU draws top students from every state and from 140 countries. The University attracts a world-famous faculty and distinguished student body.

The University includes 14 schools and colleges. In NYU's College of Nursing, students have all the advantages and resources found only at a major research university, yet they are also part of a small college community that shares a commitment to the health and welfare of humanity. Exchanging ideas with scholars in health, education and the arts assists nursing students' growth as professionals and people.

The College of Nursing

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Excellence has placed New York University's College of Nursing among the nation's top nursing programs. The intellectual energies of the faculty and students, the quality of the academic resources, and the rich interaction with a vibrant city provide a learning experience that is unique in its rigor and diversity.

All programs--baccalaureate, master's and doctorate--provide a dynamic balance between nursing theory and practice. These programs prepare graduates for leadership roles in direct care, administration, research or teaching. They reflect the latest advances in knowledge and technology as well as today's modern health care environment. When students graduate, in addition to a wealth of knowledge and skills, they take with them the ability to think analytically--the hallmark of a successful nursing career.

All of the College of Nursing's full-time, tenure-track faculty members are doctorate prepared. Full-time clinical faculty members are all master's- or doctorate-prepared expert practitioners. Part-time faculty members hold at least a master's degree in their clinical specialty area.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

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  • Traditional, 4-year program, includes a special sequence of courses for registered nurses
  • College graduates program, which may be completed in a regular track or 15-month accelerated track
  • Dual-degree BS-to-MS programs

College Transfer Applicants

NYU College of Nursing welcomes applicants interested in transferring from 2- and/or 4-year colleges and universities. Students with at least 1 year or 30 credits of college course work should apply as transfer students.

College Graduate Applicants

College graduates with a non-nursing baccalaureate and/or master's degree who are interested in making a career change to professional nursing may choose from one of the following program tracks:

15-Month Accelerated BS

This option allows highly motivated students to attain their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in 4 semesters. It is a full-time day program that begins in both the fall and spring semesters only.

4-Year BS

Students without the required science and cognate courses may complete the regular Bachelor of Science (BS) track. Applications are accepted for admission to the fall, spring and summer semesters.

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RN-to-BS Program

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The baccalaureate program for RNs is designed to increase your knowledge in the physical and social sciences as well as expand your professional expertise in:

  • Community health
  • Managed care
  • Client advocacy
  • Leadership
  • Management

Faculty advisers work closely with students to devise an individualized program of study based on prior educational experience.

The program enables students to continue working while completing the degree full time or part time. RNs with associate's degrees may transfer up to 72 credits from associate's degree programs. RNs with a nursing diploma may receive 18-21 credits toward their baccalaureate degree provided they complete the appropriate Excelsior College examinations.

Master of Science in Nursing Program

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The Master of Science (MS) programs in advanced education in nursing science prepare students for leadership roles in management, nursing education, informatics and advanced nursing practice.

They are unique programs that subscribe to a philosophy and vision of nursing reflecting a commitment to human values and the advancement of nursing as a profession.

The programs emphasize critical thinking, the development and use of a theoretical base for advance practice, the application of evidence-based practice to further nursing practice knowledge, and the promotion of a professional identity. The 45- to 48-point curricula include a core in nursing theory, clinical advance practice core, an area of concentration, and related cognates and electives.

Graduates of the clinical programs are eligible to sit for ANCC and other certification examinations as nurse practitioners and/or clinical nurse specialists or are eligible for American College of Nurse Midwives certification and licensure as professional midwives in New York State. All advanced practice nursing programs are registered by the state of New York as nurse practitioner programs. The Post-Master's Advance Certificate programs require 12 to 30 points.

NYU College of Nursing offers MS degrees and Post-Master's Certificates in the following specialty areas:

  • Advance Practice Nursing: Adult Acute Care
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Adult Primary Care
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Adult Primary Care/Geriatrics
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Adult Primary Care/Holistic Nursing
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Adult Primary Care/Palliative Care
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Geriatrics
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Mental Health Nursing
  • Advance Practice Nursing: Pediatrics
  • Home Health Nursing
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing Administration
  • Nursing Administration/Management (MS/MS)
  • Nursing Education
  • Nursing Informatics
  • Pediatrics/Children with Special Needs

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Dual Degree BS/MS Program

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The dual degree program allows undergraduate students to earn graduate credit while completing their baccalaureate degree requirements. Students can take 9 credits of graduate-level course work while fulfilling the requirements for their BS.

For RN students, the Dual Degree BS/MS program allows up to 18 credits of graduate course work to be earned while fulfilling baccalaureate degree requirements. These graduate credits count toward both the bachelor and master's degree in nursing.

Dual Degree MS/MS and MS/MPH Programs

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The dual degree Master of Science (MS) in Nursing and Master of Science in Management program allows graduate students in the nursing administration program to complete 68 credits and 442 practicum hours in the NYU College of Nursing and to take courses toward an MS in Management at the NYU Wagner School of Public Service with a major in finance, policy or management.

This innovative advanced study prepares students for executive-level positions in health care organizations. The dual degree program offers an unusual opportunity for students to be mentored by expert faculty who hold or have held executive administration, management and consulting positions, and provides challenging career opportunities available nationwide.

The MS/MPH program is designed for students seeking to combine advanced practice nursing and public health, particularly with a global focus. This dual degree program provides the necessary skill sets for graduating students to pursue professional careers in both nursing and public health and to prepare them for leadership roles in community health care settings, government agencies and nonprofit organizations in the United States and internationally.

Students would be able to pursue concurrently the university master's program in global public health (MPH) and one of ten MS in Nursing programs:

  • Acute primary care
  • Adult acute care
  • Adult primary care/geriatrics
  • Geriatrics
  • Mental health
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing informatics
  • Nursing education
  • Nursing administration
  • Pediatrics

The Florence Downs PhD Program in Nursing Research and Theory Development

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The Florence Downs PhD doctoral program in Research and Theory Development in Nursing Science has graduated leaders in nursing scholarships since 1941. Students are encouraged to develop close ties with faculty mentors who assist them in the realization of their dissertations, and support them in funding proposals and furthering their careers as leaders in nursing science.

Diversity at NYU College of Nursing

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The student body represents most of the 50 states and many other countries. This diversification affords opportunities for rich and lasting relationships. The average student is a mature, self-directed individual who assumes both professional and academic responsibilities, often in addition to family commitments.

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