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Welcome to the UCF College of Nursing — an accredited, nationally recognized leader in education, research and practice for more than 40 years. And we’re just getting started.

UCF is building the College of Nursing for the future.

The Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion will unleash the potential of UCF Knight nurses and faculty experts to positively impact the health of our communities.

Why UCF

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Accredited by CCNE and in healthcare simulation.

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Nursing education leader for 40 years.
Renowned faculty experts advancing nursing science.

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UCF Nursing Aging Expert Named National Fellow

UCF Nursing Aging Expert Named National Fellow

Jul 17
UCF Is Florida’s First to Earn Third Global Recognition in Healthcare Simulation Excellence

UCF Is Florida’s First to Earn Third Global Recognition in Healthcare Simulation Excellence

Jul 09
Bringing Vitality to Lake Nona

Bringing Vitality to Lake Nona

Jul 03
2 UCF Faculty Selected as Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing

2 UCF Faculty Selected as Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing

Jun 27
UCF Appoints Sharon Tucker as Next Dean of the College of Nursing

UCF Appoints Sharon Tucker as Next Dean of the College of Nursing

Jun 19

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