School of Nursing
Widener's renowned school for nursing prepares nurses to excel in the ever-expanding health care industry. We educate undergraduate and graduate nurses with the knowledge, skills, and leadership experiences to get good jobs and quickly advance in their careers.
Recognized & Respected as One of the Best Schools for Nursing in Pennsylvania
Located in the Greater Philadelphia region, we offer an array of nursing programs including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in nursing education and nursing practice.
We're one of only six schools recognized by the National League for Nursing (NLN) as a Center of Excellence in Advancing the Science of Nursing Education, and in 2020 we were also designated as a Center of Excellence in a second category in the area of Enhancing Student Learning and Professional Development. That means, you'll be studying at one of the top nursing schools in the country.
With unique powerhouse programs in undergraduate and graduate nursing, two convenient locations in Chester and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and a number of flexible, accelerated program options, you're on your way to carving out a distinguished path to a successful and fulfilling career in the nursing profession.
Explore Nursing Degree Programs
We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in nursing, including accelerated and online options.
Undergraduate
Graduate
Adult & Continuing Studies
Where You Can Study
Chester, PA Campus
Our Chester, PA campus offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral nursing degrees.
Harrisburg, PA Campus
Our Harrisburg, PA campus offers our renowned graduate programs, with the exception of our nutrition ms and nursing science phd degrees.
Online
Widener offers a 100% online RN-BSN-MSN program, as well as many hybrid programs which combine online and in-person coursework.
Recent News
Expanded Partnerships Bring New Opportunities for Widener Student Clinicians
As Widener’s relationships with new and existing clinical partners deepen, so do clinical and field work experiences for students across and beyond health sciences programs.
Foul Balls Beware, Widener is on the Field
Nursing major and softball player Sammy McCarthy, and MacKenzie Lewis, an assistant coach for the Pride, are both serving as Phillies Ballgirls for the 2023 season.
Large Philadelphia-Area Employers Support Widener Students Through Scholarships
Two new grant opportunities demonstrate how Widener’s partnerships with high-profile Philadelphia-area employers benefit students in pursuit of their degrees.
What Makes Widener One of the Best Schools for Nursing?
Our Nursing Programs Offer Hands-On Experience
Our students are immersed in clinical experiences, both on and off campus in the Greater Philadelphia region, applying classroom knowledge to real-world situations, benefiting from dedicated faculty who provide individualized support and guidance, and developing leadership skills that lead to successful, fulfilling careers.
Our Students and Faculty Are Involved in Industry-Shaping Research
Our faculty and graduate students have a passion for innovation and research. Widener nursing research has made significant contributions to the science of nursing, improving health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities and generating a body of evidence to improve outcomes in nursing education.
School of Nursing Highlights
Partnership Hospitals
Students learn from experienced nurses and advanced practice registered nurses across the Delaware Valley. Clinical experiences at partner institutions offer students the opportunity to get real-world experience at these institutions, preparing them to be practice-ready when they graduate.
- Crozer-Chester Medical Center
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- A.I. Dupont Hospital for Children
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
- Temple University Hospital
- Cooper Medical Center
Upcoming Events
Join us to learn more about the Widener Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about curriculum, speak with program faculty and ask questions with admissions staff. All attendees will be offered an application fee waiver!
More School of Nursing Highlights
Faculty Who Invest in Your Success
In a recent survey, the majority of nursing graduates credit faculty as the best part of their experience at Widener. Here, faculty are more than just teachers. Students learn from full-time faculty (not just TAs) who guide and genuinely care about each student's success.
State-of-the-Art Facilities and Technology
We give students the opportunity to learn in an environment that simulates realistic clinical experiences that prepare them for real-world situations. The simulation labs allow students to learn hands-on skills, giving them opportunities to make mistakes without harming anyone, strengthening critical thinking, teamwork, and decision-making abilities.
Gaining Experience While Serving the Community
In partnership with Cityteam, we operate a community nursing clinic in Chester, Pennsylvania that provides free health care to those without insurance. Our undergraduate and graduate nurse practitioner students gain hands-on experience while serving those in need.
Global Experiences
Undergraduate nursing students have the opportunity to experience health from a global perspective with study abroad experiences in Spain, Peru, and Honduras.
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Additional Resources
School of Nursing Dean's Office
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Founders Hall, 1st Floor
- 610-499-4213
- school.nursing@widener.edu
School of Nursing Harrisburg Campus Office
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3800 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9742
- 717-541-1947
- krsheikh@widener.edu