Care for People. Advance the Science of Nursing.
The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, offered on the Pitt-Johnstown campus, prepares the highest quality nurses to care for and to develop the science underlying care for individuals, families, and communities across populations.
The program combines nursing theory, hands-on clinical practice, and a holistic approach to patient care. Students build a strong foundation in the biological and behavioral sciences and liberal arts while developing the critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills essential to professional nursing.
Through partnerships with regional healthcare providers, including Memorial Medical Center, Somerset Hospital, Altoona Regional Hospital, and Select Specialty Hospital, students gain valuable real-world experience in diverse clinical settings.
The four-year BSN curriculum also explores community health nursing, research, informatics, and genetics, preparing graduates to meet the evolving needs of patients and the healthcare profession.
The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) through the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, and the University of Pittsburgh's BSN is ranked No. 12 (tie) nationally in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.
Get To Know Our Faculty
Dawn Drahnak DNP RN CCNS CCRN CHSE
Amanda Budzina DNP RN
Mallory B Ferguson DNP RN CHSE
Stephanie Lesosky MSN RN CNL PhD
Patricia McVicker
Dawn Marie O'Roark, MSN, RN, CCRN, CHSE
Wendy Lynn Smith BS MBA RRT
Amy Wadsworth DNP RN
Nursing Degree | Pitt-Johnstown Catalog
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