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.
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
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.
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 belonging 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.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Virtual information sessions
Sign up for an online information session with program faculty and admissions staff. Attend VUSN for Working Nurses, VUSN for Non-Nurses, Admissions 101 or more. Hear about the DNP program, Vanderbilt's 13 specialties or its MN Prespecialty from program directors and faculty.
Engage with VUSN
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
Bedford Falls Foundation awards Vanderbilt Innovation Grant
Vanderbilt School of Nursing has received a $250,000 Innovation Grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation for a pilot program to equip nursing students and registered nurses with tools that increase their job satisfaction so that they remain vitally needed members of the nursing workforce.