Vanderbilt School of Nursing
The future of health care starts here — where you’ll be both challenged and supported by expert faculty to become a nurse leader impacting communities near and far.
Actively Practicing, Expert Faculty
As innovative experts in their fields, our world-class faculty bring both evidence-based methods and skills and new research and ideas into the classroom.
Collaborative & Challenging Culture
We value inclusion, diverse perspectives and collaboration. Faculty, staff and your fellow students will help ensure your success by sharing their expertise, support, and resources from day one to beyond graduation.
Preparing You for Success
Vanderbilt’s exceptional reputation will precede you when you apply for your dream job. Employers know that Vanderbilt nurses are well-prepared and ready to hit the ground running.
Being part of the VUSN network is priceless. VUSN education and training are revered nationwide and helped me secure a job when I moved out of state.
Our Programs
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Master of Nursing (MN)
Post-Master's Certificate (PMC)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
PhD in Nursing Science
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Professional Development
Academy for Diverse Emerging Nurse Leaders
Join health care leaders, Nov. 18-22, in a 5-day immersive workshop to grow your leadership skills and explore the challenges of being a diverse leader. Applications close mid-October.
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Upcoming Events
Build your network, gain expertise and dive deeper into your chosen field of study by attending one of the School of Nursing’s upcoming events.
Featured Story
VUSN to expand dementia-friendly care with $5 million HRSA GWEP grant
Vanderbilt School of Nursing has been awarded a new five-year, $5 million Health Resources and Services Administration Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program grant to develop and provide training in age-friendly and dementia-friendly care to those who work with older adults across Tennessee.