CARE, LEAD, INSPIRE

The UF College of Nursing is driven to transform health through innovative practice, preeminent research and exceptional academic programs.

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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.

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DNP

Our DNP program is a practice-focused doctorate designed to prepare expert nurses in specialized advanced practice roles.

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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.

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College of Nursing news

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.

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College of nursing dean search

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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.

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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

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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!

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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.

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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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SUPPORT THE FUTURE OF NURSING

Generosity That Inspires and Transforms

Private support can assist the college with the recruitment and retention of much-needed faculty to teach the best and brightest students, to conduct innovative research and provide the most advanced clinical training for our future nurses.

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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.