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College of Nursing

Answer the call to join the nation’s most trusted profession with the accredited and nationally recognized programs at UCF’s College of Nursing. You’ll learn from leading experts in the field, gain real clinical experience and strengthen your skills in a world-class simulation center here in Orlando where we’re building the College of Nursing for the future.

You’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a skilled provider, compassionate caregiver, expert educator, or innovative researcher and scientist — helping you unleash your potential to make vital contributions in nursing and the health of our communities.

#10
Online Nursing

Graduate Program, ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

203,000
RN Jobs Open

Annually across the United States.

Source: U.S. Department of Labor

5+
Degree Programs

The College of Nursing is a 21st century leader in nursing education, research and patient care. Visit nursing.ucf.edu to learn more.

“UCF Knight nurse graduates have a shared commitment to improving lives in … Florida.”

— Mary Lou Sole, College of Nursing dean

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Expert Faculty

Our faculty and researchers are focused on solving the biggest problems facing humanity.

Simulation is crucial component of nursing education. UCF is leading the way in this innovative field where students learn critical thinking, clinical skills and cultural congruence from global experts like Desiree Díaz to make a real difference in patients’ lives.

UCF Associate Professor Desiree Díaz

The Future of Nursing

Desiree Díaz, professor of nursing, is one of the world’s leading healthcare simulation education experts.

Kaitlyn Yu

Attending UCF has been an incredible experience both in my professional and personal development.”

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Eunice Oladepe Ojo

Eunice Oladepe Ojo ’21DNP

Doctorate in nursing practice

Doctorate in nursing

“I believe I could make more of an impact by obtaining a Ph.D. in nursing. … I also believe my teaching and research experience [will] encourage [people to become] future nurses — especially [those] who are currently underrepresented in the nursing workforce.”

Ojo is a McKnight Doctoral fellow who is researching fall prevention and aims to become a nurse scientist and faculty.

Kimberly Emery Rathbun

Kimberly Emery Rathbun ’17BSN ’22PhD

Bachelor’s in nursing

“UCF’s College of Nursing provides and creates opportunities to promote scholarly knowledge and growth and ensure student success. I feel well prepared moving forward in my career as a nurse scientist.”

Emery is the first graduate of UCF’s B.S.N. to Ph.D. program and has received recognition from the National Institutes of Health for her research.

College of Nursing Degrees

There are many benefits to taking a more proactive approach to choosing a career. The College of Nursing has curriculum and programs to help you land your next opportunity.

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

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Colleges & Campus
UCF Ranks Among Nation’s Top 5 Most Innovative Public Universities
U.S. News & World Report‘s 2025 Best Colleges list recognizes UCF for its excellence in innovation, student success and undergraduate education.
Health & Medicine
Nemours Children’s Health to Invest $5M in UCF Nursing, Interdisciplinary Research
The investment includes $2.5 million for a real-life pediatric nursing training unit at UCF’s Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion and $2.5 million for an interdisciplinary research…
Colleges & Campus
Martin Andersen-Gracia Andersen Foundation Gift to Support Study Cafe in New UCF Nursing Building
The Martin Andersen-Gracia Andersen Foundation Study Cafe will support a space to foster student success and self-care for UCF nursing students in the Dr. Phillips…


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