Explore UA's Nursing Programs
Do you have a passion for caring for others? We offer a number of career-focused degree options so that you can transform lives and shape the future of health care delivery.
Undergraduate & nurse practitioner programs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Second-degree Bachelor of Nursing (Accelerated BSN)
LPN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN)
RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Online option
- Classroom/distance learning option
How to apply
- Admission requirements for nursing students
- Apply for admissions to The University of Akron
Graduate degree options
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
We offer advanced practice options in adult/gerontology nursing, child and adolescent health nursing (three options) and family psychiatric/mental health nursing.
How to apply
Certificates
- Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Certificate
- Child and Adolescent Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate
- Child and Adolescent Health Nurse Acute Care Certificate
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate for Certified Adult/Gerontological NPs
- Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (Please call 330-972-7555 for more information)
How to apply
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master's degree program in nursing/Doctor of Nursing Practice program/ and post-graduate APRN certificate program at The University of Akron is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
To use the online payment option for credit-by-exam for 8200:211 after completion of 8200:216, follow the Cashnet link below.
For more information about our undergraduate programs, fill out this form, or call 330-972-6061 during normal business hours.