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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.
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.
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.
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 healthcare delivery and policy.
Post BSN-DNP Program
This new three-year, Post Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice (Post BSN-DNP) Program is designed to prepare registered nurses to become experts and leaders in advanced practice while completing a doctoral degree in nursing.
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Meet 4 UC-trained nurses who are solving California’s biggest healthcare challenges
UCLA School of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) student Alexander Kim featured in this UC-wide article.
UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk to deliver keynote address to nursing’s Class of 2025
More than 200 nursing students are preparing to cross the Royce Hall stage at this year’s UCLA School of Nursing Commencement Ceremony, taking place June 14, 2025.
Dr. Charlene Niemi co-authors latest edition of public health nursing textbook
UCLA School of Nursing Associate Adjunct Professor Charlene Niemi, PhD, RN, MSN, PHN, is a co-author of the newly released 11th edition of Rector’s Community and Public Health Nursing: Promoting the Public’s Health, a widely respected textbook used in nursing programs across the country.
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