The College of Nursing has a long history of excellence in nursing education. In 1916 it became the first baccalaureate program in nursing in the United States. The College prepares beginning and advanced practitioners of professional nursing to function in a variety of settings with diverse populations.
Opportunities abound for practicing nurses to maintain, improve, and expand their competencies.
The College is fully accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and holds preliminary approval from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The College is an integral part of the University and its Medical Center. Cooperative relations among the units of the University, myriad health-care settings, and the diversity of the greater Cincinnati community facilitate creative approaches for leadership and excellence in nursing. Some of the College's unique endeavors include a Family Health Center in the Cincinnati Public Schools and a nursing clinic that provides comprehensive services for underserved populations. In addition, the College is a World Health Organization Collaborating Center Affiliate.