School of Nursing

Unforgettable Impact

About the School of Nursing

The ��о�� School of Nursing is known for educating some of the most sought-after health care professionals. From day one, our exceptional faculty will inspire and challenge you to achieve your goal of becoming a nurse or advancing your nursing career. But it's more than your academic journey – it's about you becoming a caring, compassionate, well-rounded person making a difference in the world.

Paul Smith, Dean of the School of Nursing, in his regalia

Educating tomorrow's leaders

Message from the dean

We develop life-long learners with the ability to think critically and creatively, communicate effectively and lead others in complex, diverse environments. We educate nurses who embrace disruptive technologies and demonstrate leadership and curiosity during change.

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Join the School of Nursing at ��о��

Admission to our Nursing Program

We offer three options for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Which program is right for you? Take the next step toward becoming a ��о�� nurse.

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School of Nursing

Programs of Study

Online degree

RN to BSN

Creating community leaders, the RN to BSN is ��о��’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree completion program designed for working nurses.

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Bachelor of Science

Nursing

Nursing is both an in-demand profession and a calling to care for people of all ages and from all walks of life.

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Earn your master's degree

Master's Entry into Professional Nursing (MEPN)

If you have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in a different field but are interested in nursing, this prelicensure program is built for you.

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Beyond the classroom

Our rigorous and innovative curriculum requires all hands on deck. Passionate faculty and staff can’t wait to invest their time and energy in you – in and out of the traditional classroom setting.

Experiential Learning Center (ELC)

Utilizing the latest advancements in technology, our experiential learning center is equipped with a robust family of life-like manikins to simulate hands-on care to patients of all ages.

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Clubs & Organizations

��о�� is a place where acceptance is an unbreakable promise. Engage in the Portland campus community through a variety of meaningful ways with a lot of meaningful people.

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Gratitude and goal setting

Drawing inspiration from his family, Anson Agapay is focusing on a career of service in the medical field.

Meet Anson

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Finding an outlet through crafts

Thanks to the Cats Getting Crafty Club, students at the ��о�� School of Nursing are also adding candle-making, painting and more.

Meet the club

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Leading the next generation of nurses

Leadership is a fundamental component of a ��о�� education. For nursing students like Miguel Olide Gomez ‘24 and Carson Overstreet ‘24, it is an essential part of their professional training.

Meet Miguel and Carson

ASLU-PC President Brielle Brick, left, and Vice President Violet Strange, right, stand back-to-back on the Portland campus.

ASLU-PC’s new leadership

Discover how Brielle Brick and Violet Strange are transforming student leadership at ��о��-Portland Campus. Learn about their journey, vision and commitment to enhancing student involvement and fostering a strong sense of community among nursing students.

Meet Brielle Brick ’25 and Violet Strange ’25

Called to Lead

Discover the transformative journey of Bella Miranda-Goeller, from a directionless freshman to a passionate nursing student and inspiring leader at ASLU-Portland Campus. In this profile, Bella shares her ‘Aha!’ moment that ignited her nursing career, her dynamic role as campus president and the invaluable lessons learned in leadership. Delve into her story to uncover how a quest for purpose led to a life of service and academic fervor at ��о��.

Meet Bella

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Powered by Determination

Read about Roya Al Hakani ’24 and her transformative journey at ��о��'s MEPN program, where her passion for nursing and a diverse educational background converge. From the challenges of balancing family life and intensive studies to the joys of building connections within a diverse cohort, Roya's story is a beacon of inspiration. Discover how ��о��'s unique program and supportive community are shaping her future in women's health.

Meet Roya Al Hakani ‘24

Maggie Kelley on the starting block for a swim race!

Accomplishing the Unthinkable

After completing two years on the ��о�� McMinnville Campus, Maggie Kelley '24 transferred to the School of Nursing on the Portland campus to finish her nursing degree while remaining on the swim team back in McMinnville.

Meet Maggie

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Portrait of Sydney Winters in her nursing scrubs.

A Transformative Journey

Sydney Winters '24 is a dedicated ��о�� nursing student who has long aspired to work in the medical field. “The nurturing aspect of nursing really resonates with me.”

Meet Sydney