UCLA School of Nursing

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Medical Aid Initiative supports nursing students

Thanks to a collaboration with the Medical Aid Initiative, the School of Nursing's Skills and Simulation Lab is using many supplies that are no longer usable or needed by UCLA hospitals and clinics.
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Giving back to the community

In partnership with UCLA Health, School of Nursing faculty & students provided health screenings and nutritional education to hundreds of Taste of Soul LA attendees.
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UCLA launches new strategic plan

The five-year project aims to deepen the university’s impact — on campus, in the broader community and around the globe.
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More than 70 years of Legacy

The history of the UCLA School of Nursing is fascinating and inspiring. It is the story of the pursuit of innovation, leadership, and excellence as well as challenges, crises, and perseverance.
70th Anniversary Story
Advancing New Knowledge

UCLA Nursing has grown its funded research portfolio by nearly 60% in just three years.
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The Power of Scholarship

External aid helps bolster School of Nursing funding & gives students, like Aracely Orozco, breathing room. Orozco was recently awarded a $25,000 external scholarship to support her graduate studies.
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Student Success is Our Purpose

The UCLA School of Nursing prepares students to excel in patient care, research, education, and leadership. Its six academic programs are taught by nationally recognized faculty and...

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Bachelor of Science

The four-year undergraduate program prepares students to enter the nursing field – after passing the Registered Nurse licensing exam – or pursue graduate studies.

BS

Master of Science - Entry

The two-year Master of Science in Nursing program prepares those with undergraduate degrees in other subjects for a career as a Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Leader or Public Health Nurse.

MECN

Master of Science - APRN

The two-year Master of Science in Nursing program prepares registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree in nursing to specialize in Adult/Gerontology, Family, or Pediatric nursing.

APRN

Doctor of Philosophy

The four-year, research-focused program prepares graduate level nurses to develop new knowledge through scientific research, educate future nurses, and improve healthcare delivery and policy.

PhD

Doctor of Nursing Practice

The two-year, practice-focused hybrid program prepares working professional nurses for careers in nursing leadership and administration. DNPs use evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes on a systems level.

DNP

Post-Master's Certificate - Psych. Mental Health

The predominantly remote, one-year certification program trains nurses to provide mental health care, alleviating the hardships caused by a statewide shortage of psychiatrists.

PMHNP

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Research

Advancing new knowledge and improving health outcomes through research is a priority of the UCLA School of Nursing.

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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

UCLA and the School of Nursing are committed to the core values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. The School attracts a vibrant student body and faculty of many ethnicities...

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World-Class Faculty

School of Nursing faculty continually earn accolades and awards for their leadership, scholarship, and teaching. Fifteen are Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing. Faculty members have received major grants...

Our People

UCLA Nursing News

Dr. Nancy Pike receives mentorship award

UCLA School of Nursing Professor Dr. Nancy Pike, PhD, RN, CPNP-AC/PC, FAHA, FAAN, has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the Western Institute of Nursing’s (WIN) Anna M. Shannon...