Welcome to the School of Nursing
At Boise State University School of Nursing, we prepare nursing students to provide caring, holistic and quality nursing services to diverse populations while also facilitating the development of leadership and interprofessional skills. Our experienced faculty and dedicated staff are focused on academic excellence, high-touch student services, meaningful scholarly pursuits and engagement with our nursing community.
– Shelle Poole, PhD, PMP, MBB
Divisional Dean
Simulation and Research
Why study at Boise State?
Get a top-tier nursing education
Educating since 1955, our graduates are well-equipped to enter the workforce. Our programs have exceptional retention rates; students who start at Boise State stay at Boise State!
We reach all 50 states
We have a range of accessible online opportunities for students to continue their education and pursue their bachelor’s (RN-BS), master’s (AGNP) or doctorate (DNP).
Be supported by faculty and staff
Our employees are passionate about helping students succeed. Our faculty are leaders in research and service, and our staff are 100% Lean Six Sigma greenbelt trained.
Become a Bronco Nurse
Join a vast network of alumni proudly making a difference across Idaho and the entire U.S.
Recent News
Check out the latest updates from the School of Nursing.
CCNE ACCREDITED THROUGH 2030
Boise State University School of Nursing is excited to share our official CCNE reaccreditation. Our Baccalaureate, Masters, and Doctoral programs have all been approved for accreditation through 2030. Thank you to our supportive students and community partners!
NC-SARA Member Online Programs
Boise State has received the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) seal of approval. By being a voluntary member of NC-SARA, Boise State University is approved to deliver online education to students in other member states and territories without needing to go through additional authorization processes.
College of Health Sciences
The College of Health Sciences (COHS) at Boise State University is dedicated to providing programs of educational excellence for professionals who advance life-long health in global communities.