Minnesota Nursing Schools and Programs

Minnesota is full of fun with festivals, scenic drives, and has an abundance of every outdoor activity you may dream. Minnesota's true historical roots lie in the diversity of its people. With deep roots and a large population of Ojibwe and Dakota Native American traditions, the state is also a melting pot for Scandinavian traditions. Home to The Lost Forty in the Chippewa National Forest is one of the oldest preserved forests in the country where 300-400 year old red and white pines stand undisturbed. Minnesota also has low crime rates and a small town welcome for everyone, especially nursing students!

Minnesota has very prestigious nursing and healthcare programs that stand neck to neck with some of America’s top-notch universities. Due to the rapidly expanding and evolving nature of the health care system, careers in nursing are expected to continue to grow significantly each year. As of 2008, Minnesota is short near 7,000 nurses. Minnesota has many nursing programs to choose from which are all very friendly to your specific needs. Four-year colleges and universities offer comprehensive nursing programs; while technical schools and community colleges can help you get specific certifications. In addition, the role of the professional nurse is expanding to include an emphasis on leadership, management, and education. Many programs require students to complete clinical studies, either at the university's public clinic or at area clinics, hospitals, and other resident care centers. This valuable experience will help prepare nursing students and gives them important networking opportunities.

Nurses in hospitals, community health centers, group practices, long term care facilities, and elsewhere in the health care community, are being called upon to lead and manage departments within their organizations. In addition, they are being asked to as become educators, not only for the patients, but for the future nurses of their communities. For those interested in pursuing or advancing a career in the field of nursing, this is an excellent time. Many universities offer weekend, evening, online and campus based programs. Online nursing programs have become increasingly popular over the past several years. They are meant to provide a convenient and flexible option for working registered nurses or other health care professionals. Most schools allow you to complete coursework at your own pace. Browse a wide variety of accredited nursing schools to learn more about the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you.

Degree Programs:

Disaster, EMT, Education, Forensics, HIV/AIDS, Joint Degree MSN/MPH, Laboratory Testing, Neurosurgery, Nursing Law, OB/GYN, Oncology, Orthopedics, Prenatal, Thoracic Surgery, Transplantation, Urology

Largest Cities:

Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Buffalo, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Duluth, Eagan, Hutchinson, Mankato, Marshall, Minneapolis, New Ulm, Plymouth, Rochester, St. Paul

Additional Resources:

Minnesota Nursing Board: Home
http://www.nursingboard.state.mn.us

Minnesota Nurses Association
http://www.mnnurses.org

Hospital Directory of Minnesota
http://www.minnesota.uscity.net/Hospital

Travel Guide to Minnesota
http://www.minnesotabeautiful.com

ONLINE PROGRAMS WITHOUT WAITING LISTS

Drexel University

Drexel University offers accredited online nursing degree programs, the same high quality on-campus degrees, in an easy and convenient format. Designed for the professional who wants to complete their education without compromising quality for convenience.
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Liberty University

Liberty has become the world's largest evangelical university and has never lost sight of its mission - to equip men and women with a Christ-centered education to impact their world and workplace. Liberty is the World's Largest Christian University.

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Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University is a regionally accredited Catholic institution in Fairfield, Connecticut, dedicated to preparing students for meaningful, rewarding, and thriving careers.

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Walden University

Walden U. is for the working professional who desires an advanced degree while maintaining career & personal commitments. Walden's flexible, student-centered education allows you to earn a master's or Ph.D. from the convenience of your home or workplace.

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Indiana State University

Indiana State University has partnered with The College Network to offer two dynamic new programs that enable LPNs and RNs to complete all upper-level nursing courses and earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing entirely online.

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CAMPUS BASED PROGRAMS
School Enrollment Type Accredited Online Program Degrees Find Scholarship
Anoka-Hennepin Technical College 0 Public Yes No LPN scholarships
Anoka-Ramsey Community College 4,400 Public Yes No Associate scholarships
Augsburg College 3,800 Private Yes No RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN scholarships
Bemidji State University 5,000 Public Yes No BS/BSN, RN-to-BSN scholarships
Bethel College 6,000 Private Yes No BS/BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN scholarships
Central Lakes College 4,000 Public No No Associate, LPN, LPN-to-RN scholarships
Century College 4,000 Public No No Associate, LPN-to-RN scholarships
Concordia College 2,800 Private No No BS/BSN, Accelerated BSN scholarships
Gustavus Adolphus College 2,600 Private Yes No BS/BSN scholarships
Hibbing Community College 3,100 Public No No Associate scholarships
Inver Hills Community College 4,300 Public Yes No Associate scholarships
Lake Superior College 2,800 Public No No Associate scholarships
Mayo School of Health Sciences 0 Private No No Nurse Anesthetist scholarships
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 6,300 Public Yes No Associate, LPN scholarships
Minnesota State Community and Technical College - Fergus Falls 6,095 Public Yes No Associate, LPN, LPN-to-RN scholarships
Minnesota State Community and Technical College - Moorhead 6,095 Public Yes No Associate, LPN-to-RN scholarships
Minnesota State University - Mankato 10,400 Public Yes No BS/BSN, Nurse Practitioner scholarships
Normandale Community College 6,500 Public Yes No Associate scholarships
North Hennepin Community College 5,300 Public Yes No Associate scholarships
Northland Community and Technical College 1,900 Public No No Associate scholarships
Northwest Technical College 180 Public No No Associate scholarships
Rasmussen College - Brooklyn Park Campus 0 Private No No Associate, LPN scholarships
Rasmussen College - Mankato Campus 0 Private No No Diploma, LPN scholarships
Ridgewater College 3,100 Public Yes No Associate, LPN scholarships
Riverland Community College 3,200 Public Yes No Associate scholarships
Rochester Community and Technical College 4,400 Public Yes No Associate, LPN scholarships
Saint Cloud Technical College 0 Public No No LPN scholarships
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 0 Private No No Nurse Anesthetist scholarships
St. Olaf College 3,000 Private Yes No BS/BSN scholarships
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Campus 31,800 Public Yes No BS/BSN, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner, PhD (Doctoral) scholarships
Winona State University 6,700 Public Yes No BS/BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, RN-to-MSN, Nurse Practitioner scholarships