Seattle University College of Nursing is one of the oldest nursing programs in the state of Washington. The college has a long history of outstanding baccalaureate education in nursing and tradition of community outreach and service. The aim of the College of Nursing is to provide students with the critical thinking tools and educational preparation necessary for professional practice, combined with an emphasis on values and service to others derived from the Jesuit tradition.
The master of science in nursing (MSN) program at Seattle University is grounded in the Jesuit ideals of teaching, service, education for values, and growth of persons. The curriculum focus on care of vulnerable clients actualizes the Jesuit commitment to social justice. Values-based education emphasizes the ethical, moral, and spiritual dimensions of nursing care. Attention to individual student strengths and needs produces graduates who are knowledgeable, skilled and confident in their ability to effect change.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a post master's program that prepares advanced practice nurses to meet the demands of complex healthcare systems, the rapidly expanding scientific knowledge needed for practice, and increasing opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership. Graduates will provide leadership for just and humane health care policies and access to high quality, culturally competent health care for individuals, families, communities and populations through regional, national and global engagement.