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Welcome to the UCSF School of Nursing

Consistently recognized among the best nursing schools, the UCSF School of Nursing's dedicated nurse scientists, clinicians, students and staff share a common drive to make the world a better place. We push the boundaries of nursing science, every day, to improve human health and health care.

Preparing Leaders in Health Care

“I will always be grateful to UCSF and my mentor, Maureen McGrath, for giving me the tools I needed to enable me to give back to my community.”

- Mary Massella

MS '17

“I had access to world class faculty and top notch data technology. The school has been excellent in offering an inclusive environment. Its support and mentorship of students was outstanding.”

- Daniel Linnen

PhD '13

“I can be someone who makes a difference for future nurses of color, especially women.”

- Silvia Arabia

Student, Master's Entry Program in Nursing, Class of 2021

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Doctoral Journey

Creating a life-work-school balance—part two of Victoria Flores' Doctoral Journey. Victoria Flores shares her story as she progresses from our Master’s program to our Doctoral program, highlighting challenges, new experiences, and directions along the way—find out what it’s like to be a part of the UCSF Family.

Introducing the DNP

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program, first in the UC system, offers a flexible online curriculum designed to prepare clinical experts and leaders for roles in complex healthcare environments. Pursue your academic goals and complete your scholarly project while continuing to work.

Science of Caring

Science of Caring is a monthly online publication from UC San Francisco School of Nursing. Our mission is to deliver original, insightful stories about important issues in health care from the perspective of our scientists and clinicians. Discover how we're leading the way in nursing education, practice, and research.

Why We Need a “Radical Investment in SF’s Future”

Sociologist Howard Pinderhughes, PhD, has devoted his career to understanding racism, preventing youth violence, and creating healthy communities...

New University of California Program Will Double Pipeline of Specialized Mental Health Providers in Response to Growing Crisis

UCSF, UC Davis and UCLA Partner to Expand Care to Underserved Communities by Training 300 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, Starting...

Student Spotlight: MEPN Student Kathy Lien's Research Dedication Results in Achievement

Five long years of research examining the potential effects of HIV on certain epithelial cells has yielded Kathy Lien, a student in the School of...

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New UC Program Will Double Pipeline of Psychiatric Mental Health NPs

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School of Nursing Will Host
Bay Area Black Nurses Association 2020 Conference

New Mural Celebrates Diverse Heroes in Nursing

Join Us At A Monthly Info Session

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Preparing Leaders in Health Care

Accelerated Nursing Program

Master's Programs

Tuition + Costs

Doctoral Programs

Doctoral Journey

Introducing the DNP

Science of Caring

Latest News

Why We Need a “Radical Investment in SF’s Future”

New University of California Program Will Double Pipeline of Specialized Mental Health Providers in Response to Growing Crisis

Student Spotlight: MEPN Student Kathy Lien's Research Dedication Results in Achievement

Events

Feb 19, 2020: Loving Dementia Care: Learn the Skills You Need to Succeed at Genentech Hall

Feb 22, 2020: Bay Area Black Nurses Association Annual Conference at Cole Hall Auditorium

Feb 26, 2020: Black History Month 2020 Graphic Art Night at Mission Bay Campus