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.
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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.
College of Nursing news
The Gator Nurse Summer 2019
The summer issue of The Gator Nurse magazine is now online! Read the cover story on the nursing shortage, meet our new faculty, find out how two…
Stacciarini Named Assistant Dean for Diversity…
Jeanne-Marie Stacciarini, PhD, RN, FAAN has been named the College of Nursing’s Assistant Dean for Diversity, Inclusion and Global Affairs…
UF nursing researcher’s findings upend routine…
A new study at the University of Florida has found evidence that may invalidate a routine procedure that has been performed for decades on extremely…
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!
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Alumni Reunion
Register now for the College of Nursing’s 2019 Alumni Reunion, held Sept. 21 in the Harrell Medical Education Building.
Traditional BSN
White Coat Ceremony
On Sept. 24, the junior BSN class will be coated with their white coats, symbolizing humanism and commitment to patient care.
Go Gators!
UF Homecoming
This year, the Gators will take on Auburn for Homecoming. You won’t want to miss all the events surrounded this annual celebration of being a Gator!
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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