Undergraduate Nursing Programs

Our three distinct undergraduate programs prepare future and current nurses to thrive in their career and to confidently provide the highest level of care.

The University at Buffalo School of Nursing baccalaureate programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Our highly competitive programs are designed to prepare students for the expanding role of professional nurses and the challenging work environments of contemporary nurses. 

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High school student Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
College student or have some college credit Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
Current UB undergraduate student Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
College graduate with a bachelor's degree (non-nursing) Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
Accelerated BS
Graduating college senior (non-nursing major) Become a registered nurse Accelerated BS
Registered nurse with an associate degree in nursing Advance my nursing education to the bachelor's level RN to BS

Program Tracks

  • Traditional BS in Nursing Program
    8/21/24
    The Traditional Baccalaureate in Nursing Program consists of a robust curriculum, encompassing biomedical and social sciences, clinical nursing, and university general education courses. This ensures that our students have the professional education and broad skills necessary to assume a range of nursing positions.
  • Accelerated BS in Nursing Program
    8/21/24
    The Accelerated Baccalaureate of Science (ABS) in Nursing Program offers a second degree option for those individuals with a bachelor's or master's degree in another discipline to obtain a bachelor's degree in nursing. This highly competitive program allows students to earn their nursing degree in 12 months.
  • RN to BS Program
    8/21/24
    The RN to BS program builds upon knowledge and experience of registered nurses, preparing them to provide the necessary leadership to advance quality of care, patient safety and health services in an evolving health care system.

Admissions Information

Undergraduate Program Outcomes

  • Provide compassionate, holistic, culturally relevant, evidence-based care related to “wellness, health promotion, illness, injury and disease prevention, disease management and end of life care across the life span."
  • Collaborate with an interprofessional health care team to achieve quality outcomes within integrated health care systems.
  • Demonstrate leadership skills in the management and coordination of patient-centered, safe, effective health care for individuals, families and populations.
  • Use informatics; effective oral, written, and electronic communication; and patient care technology to share information and provide quality health care.
  • Advocate for health care equality using principles of social justice and professional values.
  • Provide population-based nursing care.
  • Practice professional nursing using the Nursing Code of Ethics and engage in lifelong learning.
  • Practice within the framework of legislative, economic, environmental and regulatory processes to influence and improve the provision of health care.

More About our Undergraduate Nursing Program

The University at Buffalo School of Nursing delivers an exceptional value in nursing education, recognized nationally for its excellence. Our undergraduate programs hold accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ensuring the highest standards in nursing education are met. We proudly boast a first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate that surpasses both state and national averages, demonstrating the effectiveness of our curriculum.

Ranked in the top 20% of nursing schools nationwide and as the highest-ranked program within both the SUNY and CUNY systems, our school is a leader in nursing education. Additionally, all our undergraduate students engage in comprehensive training through the Institute of Healthcare Improvement (IHI), covering key areas such as improvement processes, patient safety, leadership, and person- and family-centered care. This prepares our graduates not only to excel in their careers but also to lead in the transformation of healthcare.