Care, Lead, Inspire
The UF College of Nursing is driven to transform health through innovative practice, preeminent research and exceptional academic programs.
academic programs
academic Programs
BSN
The BSN degree is the critical first step for a career in professional nursing. The UF BSN is offered through three different programs to meet the needs of aspiring nurses.
academic programs
DNP
Our DNP program is ranked #1 in the state and #24 nationally. This practice-focused doctorate is designed to prepare expert nurses in specialized advanced practice roles.
academic programs
PhD
PhD students are actively involved with nursing and interdisciplinary research taking place in one of the most comprehensive academic health care centers in the Southeast.
Spotlight on Archer Family Health Care
Providing Care for the community
Archer Family Health Care
The College of Nursing’s nurse-managed practice provides primary and mental health services to rural residences, who may not otherwise have access to care or the ability to pay.
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College of Nursing news
Reservoir of resilience: UF nursing student…
Megan Colravy never thought Hurricane Michael would go from a Category 2 to a 5, and she never imagined the storm would plunge directly into her…
White Coat Ceremony: Faculty Member Shares…
For many BSN students, the White Coat Ceremony does not only symbolize their commitment to humanistic, patient-centered care. When they receive their…
Nursing Theorist and Living Legend Teaches…
For years, nurses have been studying Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring, pouring over how to keep caring as the essence of nursing. During the…
College of Nursing upcoming Events
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Upcoming Events!
Check out upcoming events at the College of Nursing for students, alumni, friends and faculty!
Celebrating the class of 1969!
UF Grand Guard Reunion
The Grand Guard Society celebrates the rich history of The Gator Nation® and provides meaningful experiences for Gators who have reached the 50th anniversary of their first graduation.
Dorothy M Smith Nursing
Leadership Conference
Save the date for the FREE 2020 Dorothy M. Smith Nursing Leadership Conference, themed “Leadership By Design.”
Meet our faculty
Executive Associate Dean, Thomas M. and Irene B. Kirbo Endowed Chair
Debra Lyon, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, FNAP, FAAN
Dr. Lyon serves as the college’s executive associate dean and the Thomas M. and Irene B. Kirbo Endowed Chair. She recently received a UF Faculty Enhancement Opportunity to enhance her professional career goals and those of the university overall.
COLLEGE OF NURSING MAGAZINE
The Gator Nurse
Catch up on all College of Nursing news, including alumni, faculty and student achievements. Published every spring, summer and fall!
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