Walden University Nursing Degree Programs
Walden University was founded in 1970 by teachers, Bernie and Rita Turner whose objective was to advance individuals already in the workforce by providing working professionals with the opportunity of a higher education. Bernie and Rita believed that by offering higher education they would improve upon society as a whole. Their dream for Walden University still plays an integral role in how the university operates today, making them a leader in campus-based and online nursing degree programs. Walden still holds true to the high standards that Bernie and Rita Turner committed too in the beginning.
On May 4, 2010, Jonathan Kaplan, President of Walden University spoke on Capitol Hill at the US House Committee in Washington DC, about the importance of quality teachers and leaders and the advantages of an online education. Kaplan enthusiastically stressed that Walden takes their role as educators very seriously knowing that the success their students receive after graduation is a reflection upon Walden University itself.
Walden University acknowledges by their continued advancement in offering new online degree programs, that they recognize the needs of today’s society. As of 2009 Walden University added three new nursing programs which are instructional design and technology, and management leadership with the addition of its Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BS in Instructional Design and Technology, and M.S. in Leadership programs. These new undergraduate and graduate degrees will prepare students for leadership roles, instructional design and technology and nursing. Working professional nurses with a desire for higher education should explore the online options that Walden has to offer.
Walden University School of Nursing
Nurses seeking to extend their nursing careers and obtain a higher education will find it difficult to beat what Walden has to offer. Such programs as the online RN to BSN completion and the RN to MSN degree online have been a chosen path for many nurses, and has a proven track record of providing outstanding education and expanding the career opportunities of graduates.
Through Walden University’s School of Nursing, students can enter an accredited and reputable nursing degree program that offers an evidence based experience for students to obtain bachelor, master, or even a PhD in nursing. Being part of the nursing program at Walden offers students the unique opportunity to interact with nurses around the world, as well as share ideas and discuss practices through the Walden University International Nursing Honor Society.
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Some of the available nursing degree programs at Walden are:
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RN to BSN Completion |
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RN to MSN |
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RN to MSN - Education |
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RN to MSN - Leadership and Management |
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RN to MSN - Informatics |
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M.S. in Nursing (BSN to MSN) |
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M.S. in Nursing - Education |
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Master's in Nursing - Nursing Informatics |
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Post-Masters Cert - Nursing Education |
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Post-Masters Cert - Nursing Informatics |
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Financing Your Nursing Education
Financing your nursing degree can sometimes be overwhelming but Walden University endeavors to simplify the process and to alleviate the stress from their students. There are several options you can look into such as, Federal Financial Aid, Student loans, Scholarships, Tuition-Reduction Opportunities, Veteran Benefits, Higher Education Professional Development Program and International Student Payment Plan. Throughout this process Walden will help and guide you through it, by working with its nursing students to find a solution to their financial needs.
Students entering any type of formal education should also be aware of the many scholarships that may be available. By applying for scholarships, students may be able to gain valuable funding for their education and sharply reduce the amount they pay for their education. Some of the scholarships available to students are:
- Ann Tunky’ Riley Excellence in Education
- Commitment to Social Change Scholarship
- Dave Palmer Military Scholarship
- Laureate International Universities Network Graduate Scholarship
- National Public Service Scholarship
- Presidential Scholarship
Walden University is Accreditation By:
Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
