University of Central Arkansas

At the University of Central Arkansas, the School of Nursing has been shaping healthcare leaders since 1967, emphasizing leadership, cultural competence, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through a commitment to excellence, the faculty guide students in developing essential skills and knowledge for successful nursing careers.

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Conway, Arkansas

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University of Central Arkansas is a 4 year or higher State Institution. It is a public and non-profit institution. The institution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, NP, and Post Grad Certificate degrees. Programs are accredited by the CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. University of Central Arkansas graduates 45% of its students.

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Quick Overview

  • $37,815 Undergraduate Tuition
  • $24,196 Graduate Tuition
  • Doctoral/Professional University
  • 7,563 Undergraduate Enrolled
    *Certificate and degree-seeking students
  • 1,919 Graduate Students Enrolled
  • 45% Graduation Rate

Student Demographics

  • 21 Average Age
  • 38% Men
  • 62% Women
  • 0% Veterans
  • 80% White
  • 3% Hispanic
  • 17% Black
  • 1% Asian

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Nursing Programs

  • Family Nurse Practitioner FNP

  • Online BSN to DNP Program
  • $38,398 In-State Tuition
  • 73 Credits
  • 48 Months
  • 3.00 GPA Required
  • 1125 Clincal Hours
  • 4.2 Program Score

  • Family Nurse Practitioner FNP

  • Online MSN to DNP Program
  • $17,884 In-State Tuition
  • 34 Credits
  • 24 Months
  • 3.00 GPA Required
  • 360 Clincal Hours
  • 4.4 Program Score

  • Nurse Educator

  • Online BSN to MSN Program
  • $16,306 In-State Tuition
  • 31 Credits
  • 20 Months
  • 2.70 GPA Required
  • 361 Clincal Hours
  • 4.4 Program Score

  • RN to BSN

  • Online BSN Program
  • $19,229 In-State Tuition
  • 41 Credits
  • 12 Months
  • 2.50 GPA Required
  • 4.2 Program Score

  • Traditional BSN

  • On-Campus BSN Program
  • $56,400 In-State Tuition
  • 120 Credits
  • 48 Months
  • 2.75 GPA Required
  • 4.3 Program Score

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Since 1967, the University of Central Arkansas's School of Nursing has been committed to educating students as leaders in quality healthcare and advancing the nursing profession. The faculty serve as role models, guiding students to develop leadership, accountability, cultural competence, safe and ethical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while fostering a deep understanding of the nursing discipline.

Nursing Programs at the University of Central Arkansas

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 
  • RN to BSN 
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Educator 
  • Post Graduate Certificatetre 
    • Nurse Educator 
    • Family Nurse Practitioner (for MSN APRN-prepared nurses only)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) 
    • BSN to DNP Family Nurse Practitioner 
    • Post-MSN to DNP 

University of Central Arkansas's School of Nursing 

The School of Nursing at the University of Central Arkansas is dedicated to excellence in nursing education. This commitment is reflected in the faculty's dedication to teaching, learning, student success, scholarship, and community service. The school fosters lifelong learning that encourages intellectual and personal growth through critical thinking, active inquiry, and creative endeavors.

The Nabholz Center for Healthcare Simulation includes rooms designed to replicate clinical settings, enhancing students' communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and ethical skills. Students work with advanced simulation manikins that can simulate breathing, heart sounds, convulsions, and other real-life conditions, allowing them to observe births, check vital signs, practice bathing, and more. These manikins are controlled from a separate room, ensuring a realistic and immersive learning experience. Additionally, the center's technology enables simulations to be broadcast live to other areas on campus via portable sim-view, expanding the reach and impact of these educational experiences.

Nursing Program Accreditation 

All nursing programs at the Central Arkansas School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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