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 over 130 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.
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
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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.
Four-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.
RN-to-BS Program
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The baccalaureate program for R.N.'s 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. R.N.'s with associate's
degrees may transfer up to 72 credits from associate's degree
programs. R.N.'s with a nursing diploma may receive 18 to 21
credits toward their baccalaureate degree, provided they complete
the appropriate Excelsior College examinations.
Dual-Degree B.S./M.S. 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 B.S. For
R.N. students. The Dual-Degree B.S./M.S. 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's and master's degree in nursing.
Dual-Degree M.S./M.S. and M.S./M.P.H. Programs
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The M.S./M.S. program allows graduate students in the Nursing
Administration Program to complete 68 credits and 442 practicum
hours in the NYU College of Nursing. This allows the students to
take courses toward an M.S. degree in management at the NYU
Wagner Graduate 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. This 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 nationwide.
The M.S./M.P.H. 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 (M.P.H.) and one of 10 M.S. degree in Nursing
Programs:
- Adult Primary Care
- Adult Acute Care
- Nursing Informatics
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Administration
- Geriatrics
- Adult Primary Care/Geriatrics
- Midwifery
- Pediatrics
- Mental Health
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 New York State 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 Nurse Practititioner/Holistic
Nurse Practitioner
- Advance Practice Nursing: Adult Nurse Practitioner/Palliative
Care Nurse Practitioner
- Advance Practice Nursing: Geriatrics
- Advance Practice Nursing: Mental Health Nursing
- Advance Practice Nursing: Pediatrics
- Midwifery
- Nursing Administration
- Nursing Administration/Management (MS/MS)
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Informatics
- Pediatrics
The Florence S. Downs PhD Program in Nursing Research and Theory
Development
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The Florence S. 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.