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Advance your nursing career with one of the nation’s top nursing programs

The University of Nevada Reno’s Orvis School of Nursing

Orvis School of Nursing will help you move up faster with career-focused coursework, experienced faculty and the kind of support working nurses need. You’ll build sharper clinical judgment, stronger leadership skills and the confidence to take on bigger roles, without putting your life on pause.

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The University of Nevada Reno’s Orvis School of Nursing will help you build upon your existing education to advance your career.

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We offer comprehensive preparation in most areas of nursing, with specializations that address today’s most pressing health needs.

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The University of Nevada, Reno is a prestigious Carnegie R1 research institution with the Community Engaged designation—Orvis is a vibrant hub for healthcare innovation, research, and community service.

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Financial aid may be available in the form of scholarships, student loads, grants or federal work-study.  Let’s start the conversation.

A Nursing Degree Program Designed for Flexibility and Affordability

Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree

BSN-to-DNP and other post-Master’s options.  The program consists of core courses, specialty-specific content and a culminating DNP scholarly project.

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Online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program

Choose from eight academic specializations in nursing to advance your career with a flexible online MSN degree.

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Online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program

For already-licensed RNs, our online RN to BSN program allows you to take the next step in your career by earning your bachelor of science in nursing.

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Advanced Nursing Graduate Certificates

Advanced graduate certificates in nursing are for nurses who have completed a master's degree program or higher and want to earn an online certificate in a specialized area of practice.

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Consistently strong board certification success (95%+ pass rates for NP programs)

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Top 10% of nursing programs nationwide

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Nevada’s first and oldest nursing school (founded 1956)

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