Nursing Programs
PA 4-Year College List
Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Main Campus
Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Main Campus is a researched-based public university
in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees are offered through the
Department of Nursing and Allied Health Professionals. The BSN may be completed in 4 or 5
years, with the first 2 semesters devoted to liberal arts courses and the rest of the program
focused on clinical experiences. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) students may choose to
specialize in administration or education. A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing is also
available for those who wish to focus on nursing research and education.
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Programs Offered: Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
Master of Science in Nursing,
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees (2012-2013): $8,672 in-state; $19,480 out-of-state*
School Type & Setting: 4-year, public; distant town
Pennsylvania State University - Main Campus
Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is a public university in University Park. The
School of Nursing has been in operation since 1964 and is accredited by the Pennsylvania
State Board of Nursing. A variety of undergraduate and graduate programs are available. The
BSN program trains students to work in a variety of clinical settings. Current RNs may enroll in
the post-licensure track to work toward their undergraduate degree, while graduates with a
bachelor's degree in another major can pursue the pre-licensure track. An associate's degree
is also available.
Students in the MSN program choose from 4 advanced practice options: family nurse
practitioner, adult gerontology primary care nurse practitioner, adult gerontology acute nurse
practitioner or clinical nurse specialist. Alternatively, they may choose an advanced role
option, including nurse educator or nurse administrator, offered through distance learning. The
PhD program is geared towards potential scholars and educators.
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Programs Offered: Associate of Science in Nursing,
Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
RN to BSN,
Master of Science in Nursing,
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing,
BSN to PhD
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees (2012-2013): $16,444 in-state; $28,746 out-of-state*
School Type & Setting: 4-year, public; small city
University of Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, PA (#22 in the country)
The DNP program works to prepare nurses for either a clinical or systems (administration) focus.
For nurses interested in entering academics, there are tracks that will allow students to work from
both the BSN and MSN degrees up through a PhD. The school is also accredited as a provider of
continuing nursing education for professional nurses in the local area who want to keep up their
credentials and stay abreast of current learning. Academic rigor, research innovation and ongoing
recognition of the value of nurses all contribute to the enriching environment of University of
Pittsburgh School of Nursing.
Degree Programs: BS/BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN-to-BSN, RN-to-MSN, MSN, Nurse Anesthetist,
Nurse Practitioner, PhD (Doctoral)
www.nursing.pitt.edu
St. Francis University
Location: Loretto, PA
Student Enrollment: 2,000
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: BS/BSN, RN-to-BSN
www.francis.edu
Duquesne University
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Student Enrollment: 10,300
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: Yes
Degree Programs: BS/BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN-to-BSN, RN-to-MSN, MSN, Nurse Educator,
Nurse Practitioner, PhD (Doctoral), DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice)
La Roche College
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Student Enrollment: 1,800
Type of School: Public
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: Associate, RN-to-BSN, BS/BSN, Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner
www.website.edu
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Location: Edinboro, PA
Student Enrollment: 7,670
Type of School: Public
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: BS/BSN, LPN-to-BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, Nurse Educator,
Nurse Practitioner
www.edinboro.edu
Waynesburg College
Location: Waynesburg, PA
Student Enrollment: 1,400
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: BS/BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN
www.waynesburg.edu
Carlow University
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Student Enrollment: 2,200
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: RN-to-BSN, BS/BSN, RN-to-MSN, MSN, Nurse Practitioner
www.carlow.edu
Mount Aloysius College
Location: Cresson, PA
Student Enrollment: 1,300
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: Associate, RN-to-BSN
www.mtaloy.edu
Clarion University � Venango Campus
Location: Clarion, PA
Student Enrollment: 7,345
Type of School: Public
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: Yes
Degree Programs: Associate, BS/BSN, LPN-to-RN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, Nurse Educator, Nurse
Practitioner
www.clarion.edu
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Location: Bradford, PA
Student Enrollment: 1,200
Type of School: Public
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: Associate, RN-to-BSN, Nurse Practitioner
www.upb.pitt.edu
Gannon University
Location: Erie, PA
Student Enrollment: 3,815
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: RN-to-BSN, BS/BSN, MSN, Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner
Robert Morris University
Location: Moon Township, PA
Student Enrollment: 5,000
Type of School: Private
College Accredited: Yes
Offers Online Programs: No
Degree Programs: BS/BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN
www.rmu.edu