
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
Our BSN program is ranked #1 in the state and in the top 25 nationally. 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 a practice-focused doctorate 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.

College of Nursing news
How Swimming with the Sharks Saw Nursing…
Six UF College of Nursing faculty unveiled a few tricks up their sleeve that ensured student success.

UF Nursing researchers explore tactics to combat…
Thanks to new research from the University of Florida College of Nursing, first-year nurses may receive a helping hand.

Recognizing Excellence: UF College of Nursing DNP…
UF College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice program students graduating within the current calendar year were asked to submit a nomination for…

2023 DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS
2023 DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS
Thanks to a collaboration between the University of Florida College of Nursing and UF Health Nursing, nurses have a new opportunity to develop those innovations and address the complex challenges facing the health care system.

College of nursing dean search
care.lead.inspire
UF welcomes applications and nominations for the position of Dean and Chief Academic Officer (Dean) of the College of Nursing.
The UF College of Nursing is driven to transform health through innovative practice, preeminent research and exceptional academic programs.

College Events
june 14 & 15
White Coat Ceremony
The white coat is an important symbol in health care. For nursing, this is the moment when you pledge yourself to patient-centered care.
Gainesville campus White Coat Ceremony: June 14
Jacksonville campus White Coat Ceremony: June 15

Aug. 11
Pinning Ceremony – Summer 2023
The Pinning Ceremony is a professional ceremony specifically for Nursing undergraduates to mark their transition into the Nursing profession. Deadline to RSVP is June 1.

SEPT. 15-16
Reunion Weekend
Join us at the Harrell Medical Education Building for an indoor barbecue tailgate party with food, music, face painting, games and activities before the Florida Gators take on the Tennessee Volunteers in The Swamp! A silent auction, featuring Gator memorabilia, jewelry and unique gifts, will benefit the Alumni Council Book Awards Program! Go Gator Nurses!

Meet our faculty
Leslie Parker, PhD, APRN, NNP-BC, FAAN
Leslie Parker, PhD, APRN, NNP-BC, FAAN, was recently named one of the University of Florida’s 2023 Research Foundation Professors. This prestigious designation is reserved for 34 of the university’s most distinguished faculty and recognizes their exceptional scholarship and achievement as researchers, clinicians, educators and mentors.


The Doctor of Nursing Practice and baccalaureate programs at the University of Florida College of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.