Why major in Nursing?
If you want to make a difference in patients' lives and have a rewarding and meaningful career with opportunities for career advancement, then a nursing major may be your path toward a fulfilling future. A nursing degree prepares you to provide nursing care in varied settings, including hospitals, private practice, long-term care, clinics, and other healthcare and community agencies. The opportunities are extensive, and the rewards are limitless.
Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is proud to offer our award-winning nursing programs at Penn State Altoona.
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Options
- Four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program for students pursuing their initial degree.
- Second Degree BSN program for individuals who already have a bachelor’s degree in another field.
- LPN to BSN Paths for Licensed Practical Nurse applicants who are deemed eligible for admission to the Baccalaureate Program in Nursing
Why a Penn State nursing degree?
At Penn State Altoona, you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art simulation learning lab and exceptional clinical sites at local healthcare institutions and community agencies. Our nursing faculty have varied and extensive clinical expertise and are committed to helping you achieve your goals and success. In addition, our NCLEX rates are consistently above the national average, and all of our programs are delivered by the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing. The college’s nursing programs are accredited by the PA State Board of Nursing and the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education.
Nursing Degree Contacts
Contact one of the individuals listed below, or reach out to any of our Nursing faculty and staff.
- Suzanne K. Kuhn, PhD, RN, CNE, CNEcl
Teaching Professor of Nursing and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Director of Undergraduate Nursing at Penn State Altoona - Catherine E. Kozak
Academic Adviser in Nursing - Ryan Costanzo
Academic Adviser in Nursing
