College of Nursing

Equity first. Quality and innovation always.

At SUNY Downstate, we are committed to innovation and excellence in nursing education. As you learn in one of the world's largest, most diverse cities, your educational experience with us will prepare you to provide safe, quality, and evidence-based care across the continuum of clinical and community based settings.

Baccalaureate Program Master's Programs Doctoral Program Advanced Certificate Programs

The Power of Six

Our College of Nursing is one of six schools in our academic health center, and you will have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students across disciplines.

8 Number of bays in our simulation lab.

Our state-of-the-art simulation lab offers experiential and hands-on learning opportunities. The lab includes a labor and delivery room, isolation room, and step-down and critical care beds.

70% Nursing students belong to minority groups.

We are committed to increasing diversity in the nursing workforce.

#45 Best Nursing Schools: Graduate Nursing

US News and World Report recognizes SUNY Downstate's College of Nursing Master's program for its excellence.

Nursing Schools Almanac

Here is a summary of Downstate’s placement in their rankings:
#4 overall in New York
#4 overall in the New York City metropolitan area
#84 nursing school in the United States
#46 among public nursing schools
#17 overall in the Mid-Atlantic region

Nursing School Almanac’s rankings

Schools of Nursing in New York rankings

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SUNY Downstate College of Nursing: RN-BS Program

Learn more about SUNY Downstate College of Nursing highly ranked RN-BS Program--where you earn your RN-BS in 3 semesters at an affordable cost, with devoted & nurturing faculty.

Equity first. Quality and innovation always.

The Power of Six

Nursing Schools Almanac

SUNY Downstate College of Nursing: RN-BS Program

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