College of Nursing
Grow your career in the country’s most trusted profession by enrolling in PNW's College of Nursing, a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence.
Kickstart Your Career
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
Graduate
The Highest Standard
PNW’s College of Nursing is a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence. The recognition is given to nursing programs that demonstrate sustained excellence in faculty development, nursing education research, and in student learning and professional development
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Online Programs
Our online nursing programs offer working nurses a high-quality and affordable pathway to your next credential.
How to Apply
No matter where you are in your career, PNW’s College of Nursing has a program to help you move forward.
Virtual Tour
Explore the state-of-the-art Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building, which has entire sections designed to look just like physicians’ offices or acute care facilities.
PNW Nursing Programs Recognized Nationally
PNW’s RN-to-BSN program ranked 57 among Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in U.S. News and World Report’s 2024 annual Best Online Program rankings. At the graduate level, PNW’s MSN degree (Family Nurse Practitioner concentration) ranked No. 87 nationally in the Best Nursing Master’s program category.
News
Important Dates
Oct 23
Fall 2024 Career ExpoA career fair for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.
Oct 28
Spring 2025 Priority Registration BeginsPriority Registration for Spring 2025 begins October 28. Register promptly for the best selection of course days and times.
Nov 08
Last Day to Drop a Fall 2024 ClassLast day to drop Fall 2024 classes ends at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 8.
Accreditation
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted continuing accreditation to the baccalaureate, master’s and post-master’s certificate programs with the next evaluation visit scheduled for fall 2027.
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The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted accreditation to the post-master’s doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program with the next evaluation visit scheduled for Spring 2028.
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