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School of Nursing

A caring approach to the most caring of professions.

Since 1926, the DePaul University School of Nursing has been educating nurses to provide quality care to those who need it most. Whether you are a traditional undergraduate, a practicing nurse, or a college graduate who is looking to pursue nursing as a new career, the School of Nursing offers the right degree program - and a caring, personal approach - to help you achieve your goals.

Students tell us it is different here: caring and collaborative, open and welcoming. You will get to know your professors, and they will make it a priority to get to know you. You will benefit from the opportunity to train in a variety of diverse clinical sites throughout the Chicago area.

The School of Nursing offers different options to meet your education needs. Read on to learn which option is best for you.

Impromptu nursing student meeting.
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
For traditional, four-year college students, a program that will prepare you to become registered nurse with a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) degree.
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Undergraduate
BSN Completion
For registered nurses who are looking to advance to leadership positions in nursing administration or nursing education. This option leads directly to our MSN Specialty program.
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Graduate
Master's Entry to Nursing Practice
An accelerated Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree for bachelor's degree holders in non-nursing fields who want to become a registered nurse.
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Graduate
MSN Specialty
A MSN program for students from the BSN Completion program, registered nurses who hold a non-nursing baccalaureate degree, or practicing nurses who have already have a BSN degree.
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Students in Ob-Gyn sim lab.
Graduate
Doctor of Nursing Practice
An advanced nursing practice degree for working nurses, available in several different tracks including family nurse practitioner, adult-gerontological nurse practitioner and nurse anesthesia. Multiple entry points exist to accommodate different credential levels.
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Post-Graduate
Advanced Practice Certificates
Continue to build expertise in your career by completing one or more of our advanced practice certificates.
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We invite you to watch the video below to learn more about the School of Nursing at DePaul University.