Joe C. Wen School of Nursing

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Where Nursing Education Shapes the Future of Healthcare

We prepare the leaders redefining health through discovery, innovation, & care.

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Student Success is Our Purpose

The UCLA Joe C. Wen School of Nursing prepares students to excel in patient care, research, education, and leadership.

Why choose UCLA?

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

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

Doctor of Philosophy

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

PhD

Doctor of Nursing Practice

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program is designed to prepare registered nurses to become experts and leaders in advanced practice while completing a doctoral degree in nursing.

DNP

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Research

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

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World-Class Faculty

School of Nursing faculty continually earn accolades and awards for their leadership, scholarship, and teaching.

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