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College of Graduate Nursing

We educate and inspire outstanding and compassionate entry-level through advanced-level nurses and nurse leaders.

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Masters & Doctoral Level Programs

Launching New RN to DNP Program Fall 2024

The College of Graduate Nursing, the first in the nation to offer distance-based nurse practitioner education, continues to innovate and lead nurse practitioner education. Beginning in Fall 2024, the College will launch its new RN to DNP program with options available for either a Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. The College will continue to offer two post-graduate certificate offerings (Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner). Be sure to watch our website for coming information about program requirements, the application, and the many opportunities to become a nurse practitioner. Regardless of your RN educational preparation, we have a program that will meet your needs.

College of Graduate Nursing (CGN) is among the best in the nation and the state according to U.S. News & World Report

Best Grad Schools U.S. News & World Report

For the 2nd consecutive year, the College of Graduate Nursing (CGN) is among the best in the nation and the state according to U.S. News & World Report. CGN was named as a Best Nursing School: Masters 2023-2024. WesternU also earned the following distinctions: Best Medical School: Research, Most Diverse, Most Graduates Practicing in Medically Underserved Areas, and Most Graduates Practicing in Rural Areas.
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WesternU College of Graduate Nursing Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) proegram students get hands-in training during an ENP procedural skills day

Begin & Advance Your Nursing Career

WesternU’s College of Graduate Nursing programs are flexible and convenient – online/hybrid or in-person – designed for entry-level through advanced-level nurses who wish to continue working in their profession, keep family commitments, and live in the same community while pursuing a graduate education. This benefit is especially convenient for students living in rural areas, small communities, or on active military duty.

WesternU is founded upon a foundation of caring, science, and humanism. The College of Graduate Nursing builds upon that foundation with innovation, care for vulnerable populations, and leadership.

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Commitment TO DIVERSITY

The WesternU College of Graduate Nursing is committed to creating an academic environment that celebrates diversity and the value that multicultural perspectives add to the quality of the educational experience.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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Help us continue to help our graduate nursing students succeed as health care providers dedicated to a scientific and humanistic approach to healing. We will all benefit by having healthier communities around us.
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TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Your journey to an exciting career in health care is just getting started. Please review the program admissions requirement or request more information and we’ll reach out to you. You may also consider scheduling a virtual advising appointment. We look forward to meeting you and discussing your goals!

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WesternU College of Graduate Nursing awarding $1.3 million in financial assistance to students

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WesternU College of Graduate Nursing celebrates STAND Scholars

WesternU celebrates more than 900 graduates at five Commencement ceremonies

National Academies of Practice inducts three WesternU faculty as Distinguished Fellows

WesternU shows support for its ‘First Five’ Board of Trustees Scholars

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WesternU receives $4 million HRSA grant to address nursing shortage