Overview
Xavier's College of Nursing prepares exceptional nurses who lead with empathy, expertise and a commitment to holistic patient care. From our BSN to DNP programs and certificates, we offer a strong foundation to build your nursing career.
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Unique Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral Nursing Programs
#6
Undergraduate BSN in Ohio, U.S. News & World Report 2025
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Institutions endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation
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Your Path to Success Starts Here
Get an inside look on how we produce skilled and caring nurses that tend to the whole individual.
Student Spotlight
Lydia Butler (Nursing, ‘27)
Lydia Butler underwent three open-heart surgeries before she turned 4. Today, she's a Xavier nursing student determined to care for others.
Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Find the perfect program to achieve your goals. Explore the undergraduate, master's, doctoral and certificate options offered through the College of Nursing.- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)
- Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA)/ Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Dual Degree (for adult students who have not completed a bachelor's degree)
For those with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree
- MSN - Education (Online)
- MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) (Online)
- MSN - Forensics (Online)
- MSN- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) (Online)
- MSN/MS in Criminal Justice Dual Degree (Online)
For those with an undergraduate degree in a non-nursing field
Post-Master's Certificates
- Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (Online)
- Post-Master’s Forensic Nursing Certificate (Online)
- Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate (Online)
- Post-Master’s Education Certificate (Online)
Doctoral Degree
All the degree programs (BSN, MSN, and DNP) in the College of Nursing at Xavier University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Committed to Holistic Care
Xavier's Nursing program is recognized as one of only 17 institutions in the nation endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC). This distinguished honor underscores our dedication to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that addresses the whole person.
Faculty Spotlights
More Expertise
Our faculty members bring years of experience and a breadth of discipline-specific knowledge to each class, ensuring you receive a well-rounded education from industry experts.
Terri Enslein, EdD, MSN, RNC-OB, CNE
Collin Dadosky, MSN, RN
Angie Collins, DHA, MSN, RN
Jackie Clippinger, MSN, RN
