College of Nursing
Address: Nursing Administration Building
Phone: (314) 516-6066
E-Mail Address: nursing@umsl.edu
Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/divisions/nursing
Students in the College of Nursing at the University of Missouri - St. Louis receive the personal attention usually associated only with private institutions, yet they enjoy the amenities of a large university. The College's students benefit from strong clinical and scholarship support from St. Louis' world class medical centers.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) emphasizes theory, clinical practice in a range of settings, and a strong liberal arts component, preparing graduates to meet the challenges of the nursing profession. The College of Nursing offers three Pre-Licensure BSN Options (Traditional, Accelerated and Part-Time Evening/Weekend), as well as a BSN Completion Option for students who possess a valid RN license but no BSN degree.
Post-BSN graduate preparation in nursing may be completed as part of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, which is designed to provide advanced skill and knowledge in advanced practice roles as Nurse Practitioners or as Nurse Educators.
The highest academic preparation in nursing is the doctoral degree. The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) prepares nurses to pursue theoretical inquiry and conduct original research for the purpose of extending our knowledge, while the Doctor of Nursing (DNP) prepares nurses for the highest level of clinical and translational analysis for improved practice outcomes.
Academic Advising: Students who have been admitted to the College of Nursing -- or who plant to pursue admission to the College of Nursing in the future -- are advised through Office of Student Services. Call (314)516-6066 to schedule an appointment.
Academic Support Services: The College of Nursing has a dedicated Retention Coordinator to provide academic support services to its students. These services include advising on study habits, time management strategies, test taking strategies, and critical thinking skills. The Retention Coordinator also contacts students regarding academic alerts for nursing classes.
