College of Nursing

Learn more about how innovation is part of the College of Nursing’s heritage and how it drives our future.

College of Nursing Programs and Admissions

Whether you are new to nursing or want to advance your current practice with a doctorate, a Rush nursing degree prepares you to be a leader.

College of Nursing Departments

Our nursing college faculty are nationally and internationally known for their expertise across our departments, encompassing the full spectrum of nursing.

Researcher Monique Reed in the community.

College of Nursing Research

Our nurse researchers lead a range of multidisciplinary studies targeting the prevention and treatment of health problems at the bedside and in the community.

College of Nursing Rankings

We’re ranked #1 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for four programs, and ranked top ten in five other categories. Read more about our reputation as one of the best nursing colleges in the country.

Upcoming Events

20 Jun

Pediatric and Neonatal Online Information Session

1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

5 Jul

Transformative Leadership: Systems DNP Online Information Session

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

7 Jul

Chat With a Nursing Student Online

10:00 am to 11:00 am

Want to learn more about what Rush graduates are doing now?

Browse our Nursing in Action stories or read the magazine.

College of Nursing News

Play It Forward: Rush Students Build Playground as Global Health Efforts Expand

Students from the University’s four colleges built the playground for more than 50 children being cared for at an orphanage in a post-earthquake resettlement community in Haiti.

Here’s to Your Future, and Good Health

On April 28, 2018, more than 800 students took the next step in their health care careers, as Rush University celebrated its 46th Commencement.

When Great Talent Meets Great Attitude

A Q&A with Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, the honorary speaker at Rush University’s 2018 commencement ceremony.

U.S. News Ranks Rush University Programs Among Nation’s Best

In the 2019 U.S. News & World Report’s ”Best Graduate Schools” rankings, eight Rush University College of Nursing programs and one College of Health Sciences program ranked in the top five in the country.

MLK Day 2018 Day of Service

Students from each of Rush University’s four colleges will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday by performing health screenings and vaccinations, providing meals and education and collecting toiletries for military veterans.

Rush’s College of Nursing Ranked 14th in U.S. News & World Report Online Rankings

Another strong showing from the college highlights its commitment to distance learning for the nurses of tomorrow.