Caring for each spirit.
Caring for each nurse.
At the University of Jamestown, our accelerated nursing programs help you grow as a whole person by nurturing your soul, providing a rigorous academic environment and fostering an inclusive community that is waiting to welcome you.
Serving students at every stage of life.
Whether you’re a first-time college student or an established professional ready for an advanced degree, we have a spot for you. UJ students are parents, caregivers, providers, active community members and busy professionals, so we offer programs in a flexible format that accommodates each unique schedule. In a commitment to our values, we encourage an atmosphere of self-discipline, responsibility and continued growth.
Associate of Science in Nursing
The ASN is a prelicensure nursing program and does not require any prior healthcare experience. Through a hybrid design, you will complete coursework online while engaging in on-site experiential learning in a hospital setting, gaining the core skills, confidence and critical thinking that will become the foundation of your RN practice.
See MoreDirect-Entry Master of Science in Nursing
Created for career changers, the DEMSN program is ideal if you have earned a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field. Become a master’s-prepared Registered Nurse and pursue rewarding leadership roles in any healthcare setting to provide compassionate, patient-centered care and promote wellbeing in your community.
Healthcare System Partnerships
As a UJ nursing student, you will participate in transformative healthcare clinicals to graduate highly trained with real-world experience. Our partnerships with the region’s medical beacons serve to provide immersive learning environments and support your enhanced preparation.
Jimmie Voices
Our “Practice-Ready Nurse” Approach
Employers recognize that University of Jamestown graduates are practice-ready nurses. This means that as a student, you will apply your knowledge in real-life medical situations through clinicals and simulations. A UJ education sets you apart as a nurse by bridging the gap between learning on paper and being able to physically demonstrate the competencies required for an effective, evidence-based nursing practice.
UJ Accomplishments
We value academic excellence as well as a highly engaged student body, faculty and staff, and our goal is to graduate well-rounded students prepared for rewarding careers. We hold ourselves—and you—to high standards. Here are a few things the UJ community has accomplished:
We have a legacy of grace and determination as the first school in North Dakota to offer nursing programs.
UJ nursing students proudly achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination.
Ranked #3 among the “Top North Dakota Nursing Schools and Programs” by NurseJournal.org (2023).
Ranked #4 by nurse.org among the “Top 10 Best Nursing Schools in North Dakota” (2023).
The University of Jamestown is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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