Duke School of Nursing offers diverse nursing academic programs tailored to meet the evolving demands of today’s health care landscape. From undergraduate to doctoral levels, our nursing courses and programs emphasize rigorous training, evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration.
As a Duke nursing school student, you’ll engage in hands-on clinical experiences, cutting-edge research and outreach initiatives to prepare for a successful and rewarding career.
Student Stories
From overcoming challenges to achieving academic and professional success, these stories showcase the resilience, dedication, and passion of Duke University School of Nursing students.
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Reflecting on my academic and career path today, I can confidently say that becoming a nurse and, subsequently, a nurse practitioner, has been the right decision. This rewarding journey has allowed me to fulfill my calling and make a positive impact on the lives of those I care for, bringing me immense satisfaction and a sense of purpose.
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Duke University School of Nursing was my first option when I decided to pursue my PhD in Nursing, mostly because of the prestige of the school. I was initially skeptical about applying because I felt I wasn’t good enough to gain admission into such a prestigious school, but my initial conversations with some of the professors in the school changed my mind. The availability of the funding also provided an added incentive especially for an international student.
Research
Research is an essential component in many of our nursing programs. Our Center for Nursing Research provides resources that nursing school faculty, students and Duke University Health System practicing nurses and researchers need to advance nursing and interdisciplinary science, including:
Multilevel Nurse-Led Models of Care: Empowering nurses to lead in comprehensive patient care.
Historically Marginalized and Underserved Populations: Amplifying voices and improving care for the overlooked.
Data Science and Digital Health: Harnessing data to revolutionize health care delivery.
Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health: Leveling the playing field for health access and outcomes.
Biobehavioral and Omics: Unlocking the intersection of genes, behavior and health.
Health Ecosystems: Urban, Rural, Global Health, Climate Change: Adapting health care for diverse environments and a changing planet.
Global & Community Connections
Duke University School of Nursing prepares global citizens and empowers students, clinicians, scholars and partners to promote health equity in our local community and worldwide.
In addition to the work of nursing school alumni, faculty and students here at home, students have access to global clinical/cultural immersion experiences that expand their worldviews and deepen their knowledge of community health and wellness issues.
Impact Across the Globe
Improving the Health of Communitiies
Clinical Practice & Partnerships
Unparalleled clinical experiences complement our comprehensive nursing courses.
Through diverse partnerships, our students and faculty actively engage in clinical settings across the lifespan of care.
As part of the Duke University Health Care System , Duke School of Nursing gives students the opportunity to learn from providers at the #1 ranked hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Faculty Spotlight
Duke University School of Nursing is committed to ending health inequities through transformative excellence in education, clinical practice, and nursing science.
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I am hoping to influence the next generation of nurses through my teaching and through leading by example.
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It’s important that we recognize and support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts because of who we are as a country.
