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School of Nursing

The University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing is a leader and innovator in nursing education with sites in Jackson and Oxford. As part of the state's only academic health science center, we prepare nurses who lead with confidence, skill and compassion.

Our students gain early hands-on clinical training in a variety of settings and collaborate with future health professionals across disciplines, modeling the interprofessional approach that defines the future of health care.

Our programs, spanning undergraduate through doctoral levels, are led by faculty who mentor, challenge and support each student with a personal investment that drives success. Whether online or in the classroom, our programs are designed for flexibility and excellence, empowering students to balance work, life and learning while achieving their professional goals.

At UMMC, we do not just teach nursing – we transform lives by developing exceptional nurses prepared to improve health outcomes and shape the future of health care.

In the News

Traditional BSN students Valerie Camargo, left, and Audrey Ezell practice clinical skills.

‘Truly life-changing’: Bedford Falls Foundation – DAF’s $2M grant opens door to UMMC School of Nursing for students in need

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

 New Radiological Sciences student Michelle Zhang, receives her white coat from Dr. Lee Brown, left and SHRP Dean Jay Garner, during orientation week at the school.

Photos: Students get a touch of class as school year begins

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

 Celebrating the completion of renovations at the South Oxford Center are, from left, Rep. Josh Hawkins; Sen. Daniel Sparks; Dr. Kristi Reece, assistant dean for the UMMC School of Nursing Oxford instructional site; nursing student Jack Taylor of Corinth; Dr. Tina Martin, dean of the UMMC School of Nursing; Dr. Glenn Boyce, chancellor of the University of Mississippi; Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor of health affairs; Dr. Alan Jones, associate vice chancellor for health affairs; and Dr. Natalie Gaughf, assistant vice chancellor for academic affairs.

Ribbon cut on renovations at UMMC School of Nursing in Oxford

Published on Monday, July 14, 2025

 Nursing faculty and UMMC leaders applaud the lifting of the beam to the top of the new School of Nursing, which is set to open next year.

Photos: New School of Nursing reaches pinnacle

Published on Monday, July 14, 2025

 Recipients of the 2025 Guyton Professorships are, from left, Dr. Michael Garrett, Dr. Babbette LaMarca, Dr. Gailen Marshall, Dr. David Stec and Dr. Lei Zhang.

Faculty members awarded honor named for medical school legend

Published on Monday, June 30, 2025

 Doctor of Medicine graduate Boris Kuyeb.

Photos: UMMC Commencement 2025

Published on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Dean's Welcome

Our mission – To develop nursing leaders and improve health within and beyond Mississippi through excellence in education, research, practice and service - guides our actions as the School of Nursing at Mississippi's only academic health science center.

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Tina Martin, Dean of the School of Nursing
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Bachelor Programs

Embark on a life-changing journey toward a long and rewarding career. Whether you are interested in pediatrics, women’s health, adult nursing, intensive care or another area of nursing, the Traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN and RN-BSN programs at the nationally ranked University of Mississippi School of Nursing are the right choice for you.

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Master Programs

Propel your nursing education to the next level by becoming a nursing practitioner, educator, or administrator. With a total of eight-specialized tracks within the RN-MSN, MSN and Post-Master’s certificate programs at the University of Mississippi School of Nursing you will find the perfect path for you.

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Doctoral Programs

Culminate your education at the pinnacle of the nursing profession. The Doctor of Nursing Practice and PhD in Nursing programs at the University of Mississippi School of Nursing prepare expert nurses to practice at the highest level of professional practice and research. Doctorally-prepared nurses serve as leaders, contribute research and educate future nurses to improve health care systems.

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"I chose UMMC for several reasons. The first is for its reputation as the only academic medical center in Mississippi. I knew I would be receiving a quality education from here. Being a student here makes me feel like I am part of something special. I love coming to class on campus to interact with my peers from various backgrounds and nursing specialties."

—Raghib Dennis, BSN to DNP Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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