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Penn State’s Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is one of the largest educators of pre-licensure students in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, with over 2200 undergraduate and graduate students on 13 campuses. Our College is positioned to lead the next generation of nurses and nurse scientists while enhancing the health of all people through quality care and education. To learn more about the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing, check out our printer-friendly fact sheet.

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Nese College of Nursing named a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence

The college achieved this recognition for “creating environments that promote the pedagogical expertise of faculty,” according to the league, exemplifying the college’s investment in its nurse educators and their professional growth.

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Penn State Berks graduates 16 students from practical nursing program (1/7/2026)

Sixteen new Penn State Berks practical nursing program graduates crossed the stage during the Penn State Berks fall commencement on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at the Santander Arena. The students earned their certificates in practical nursing and are eligible for the National Council Licensure Examination-Practical Nurse, or NCLEX-PN.

New Behrend nursing program accelerates path to careers in healthcare (12/16/2025)

A new 16-month degree program at Penn State Behrend will fast-track a career change for college graduates who want to work in nursing. Classes begin in the fall of 2026.

Forum focuses on helping military medics transition into civilian health care (12/16/2025)

Members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, policy staff and representatives from leading health care organizations attended the Veterans’ Solutions Forum hosted by the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State on Dec. 10 at the Pennsylvania State Capitol.

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