Emory University

Emory University's School of Nursing epitomizes a legacy of growth and success since its humble beginnings in 1905. From its inception in a modest fifty-bed hospital, it has emerged as a top-ten private nursing program in the U.S. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending excellence, innovation, and community involvement to equip students for the dynamic healthcare landscape. At Emory, you will find a rich tapestry of programs tailored to meet the diverse demands of the healthcare sector, promising a rewarding journey towards a fulfilling nursing career.

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Emory University is a public and non-profit National University. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, Entry Level BSN, Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, MSN to DNP, PhD, CRNA, CNM, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACME, ACEN, and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Student Demographics

  • 20 Average Age
  • 43% Men
  • 57% Women
  • 1% Veterans
  • 75% White
  • 7% Hispanic
  • 16% Black
  • 4% Asian

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Nursing Programs

  • $143,352 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
  • $111,078 In-State Graduate Tuition*

*Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

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The Emory University School of Nursing, started in 1905, has evolved from a small training school in a fifty-bed hospital to a school that is now ranked among the top ten private nursing programs in the United States.

Program Options

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Accelerated Programs
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

BSN for High School Students

The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing offers a four-year undergraduate program for high school students. Students are able to be admitted to Emory University as a freshman. The focus is on liberal arts and has a connection to internationally recognized health systems. Students must choose a BSN as their first bachelor's degree to be accepted into the program.

Step one: Admission to Emory College or Oxford College

The first step in admissions is to apply for freshman admission through Emory University's Office of Undergraduate Admission.

Two Campus Options

Emory College offers two campus locations:  Emory College in Atlanta, GA, and Oxford College in Oxford, GA.

Oxford College offered a smaller campus experience, as well as opportunities for leadership. With smaller classes, and personal interaction between students and professors, there are opportunities to get involved throughout the area.

Step two: Prerequisites

The first two years on campus are full of prerequisites, or general education courses. Students are able to apply to the nursing program while completing their prerequisites. All required courses have to be completed before enrolling in the BSN program in the fall semester of junior year.

Step three: Nursing Education

For junior and senior year at Emory's School of Nursing, students will gain nursing knowledge through the classroom and clinical settings.

How log will it take me to complete the program?

This program is designed to be completed over a four-year term, at a full time status.

After graduation, students are eligible to take the NCLEX nursing licensure exam and then apply for state licensure as an RN.

Accelerated BSN

This program is for students who have completed a bachelor's degree in another field and desire to complete their BSN. The BSN degree will be completed in 15 months.

Accelerated BSN+MSN

This program is available for students interested in becoming an advanced practice nurse. Students are able to earn a BSN in 15 months and immediately begin their MSN. This program is designed for those who have a Bachelor's degree in another field and want to continue with a MSN.

Graduate

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

There are more than a dozen MSN program specialties from which to choose that can be completed within four to five semesters at a full-time status.  Part-time is also available.

After the program specialty is completed, graduates are eligible to apply for the appropriate nurse practitioner and/or certified nurse midwife certification examinations. 

Joint Program Options

Dual Degree Program Options

  • Emory University offers an MSN/MPH and MSN/MA program for those interested in expanding their career options with a Dual Master's degree.

Joint Specialty Programs

  • Adult/Gerontology Acute + Primary Care
  • Family Nurse Practitioner + Nurse-Midwifery

Post-graduate Certificate

The post-graduate certificate programs prepare advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) for an additional area of specialty practice resulting in being qualified to sit for the specialty-specific national APRN certification examination. 

MSN Program Options

  • Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult - Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Emergency Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse-Midwifery
  • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

The focus of Emory's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is on clinical leadership. BSN and MSN prepared nurses are eligible for this program. A Post-Bachelor's FNP program and a Post-Master's program are available. Both offer two specialty tracks - health systems leadership and population health.

Post-BSN DNP

A Post-DNP is available for students who want to specialize in an advanced practice field.

Specialties

  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Emergency Nurse Practitioner
  • Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
  • Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Midwife

The Post-BSN DNP program will prepare graduates to sit for the credentialing examinations.

Post-MSN DNP

This program is for students who are available for hybrid learning, both online and face-to-face classes. Each semester, students are required to meet for three on-campus sessions.

Requirements for Admission into Post-Master's DNP (not all inclusive)

  • MSN in Nursing from an accredited College or University
  • Unrestricted RN license in the state(s) in which you will be completing your clinical training/project

Other Admission Requirements (not all inclusive)

  • Completed application
  • A personal statement describing why you want to be a student in the Emory DNP program along with a brief statement of your project interests for practice, process, or systems-based health and healthcare improvement (500 words)
  • Resume or CV
  • Contact information for two professional references

DNP, Nurse Anesthesia

Length of program:  36-month (9 semester), 86-credit hour, full-time program

Graduates will earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a specialty in nurse anesthesia.

Requirements include a minimum of 1-year and preferably 2-3 years of current full-time adult critical care experience in a surgical, medical, cardiac, or neuro intensive care unit (orientation is not included in the 1 year requirement).

The following areas are NOT considered as critical care experience:

  • Telemetry
  • Cardiac Cath Lab
  • Operating Room
  • Postanesthesia Care Unit / Recovery Room (PACU / RR)
  • Emergency Department
  • Neonatal ICU
  • Pediatric ICU

GMAT vs. GRE

Emory will accept the GMAT if it was taken within 5 years of the application deadline.

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)

Admission requirements (not all inclusive):

  • Completed application
  • Submission of a personal statement that describes the applicant's vision for what they want to study, who they want to study with, and why they want to study at Emory
  • 3 recommendations
  • Satisfactory GRE scores within 5 years
  • Satisfactory TOEFL scores (if applicable)
  • World Education Services (WES) report (if applicable)

Rankings

US News & World Report (2019)

  • #5 (tie) Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice for 2019
  • #3 Best Nursing Schools: Master's for 2019
  • #15 for Nurse-Midwifery specialty program
  • #21 in National Universities
  • #19 in Best Value Schools
  • #9 (tie) in Nurse Practitioner: Adult / Gerontology, Acute Care
  • Is ranked in Nurse Practitioner: Adult / Gerontology, Primary Care
  • #7 in Nurse Practitioner: Family
  • #11 in Nursing Administration
  • #71 (tie) Best Global Universities

Forbes (2018)

  • #52 Top Colleges
  • #43 in Private Colleges
  • #32 in Research Universities
  • #9 in the South
  • #41 Best Employers for Women
  • #39 America's Best Employers
  • #56 America's Best Value Colleges

Emory University is listed in Princeton Review's "Best 384 Colleges" (2019).

Emory University is ranked #128 in MONEY's Best Colleges For Your Money (2018).

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Emory University, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The nurse-midwifery program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME).

The DNP Nurse Anesthesia program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

The DNP Nurse Anesthesia program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs (COA).

Emory University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

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