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College of Nursing & Health Sciences at UMass Dartmouth

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Undergraduate Programs

We provide the comprehensive education, both theoretical and clinical, that you will need in these rewarding clinical professions.

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Graduate Programs

The College of Nursing & Health Sciences offers the only advanced degree nursing programs south of Boston.

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Online Programs

Flexible online programs help you earn your degree or advance in your career.

Commitment to student success

We provide the guidance, resources, and support that help prepare today's students for tomorrow's careers in health care.

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Best Colleges US News & World Report 2025 logo Nursing (BSN) Programs
UMassD nursing program among best in the U.S.

UMassD's BSN program recognized among top 10% of programs in U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings

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UMass Dartmouth recognized for excellence in U.S. News & World Report Best College Rankings

University scores highly in three of its most impactful majors

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UMass Dartmouth and Southcoast Health Launch Innovative Partnership to Advance Nurse and Allied Health Professional Education

Strengthened nursing education pipeline allows Southcoast Health nurses to earn Bachelor’s degrees from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences

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UMass Dartmouth is trending up

Highlights of an extraordinary academic year

Events

Events
Dec
25
Christmas Day (no classes)

Christmas Day Holiday - no classes

Dec
26
Add/Drop Ends

Winter 2025 Add period and Drop period end for the Accelerated Nursing Session 1 courses.

Dec
30
Classes Begin

Winter 2025 Session 3-week classes begin.

Jan
1
New Year's Day (no classes)

New Year's Day Holiday - no classes

Jan
2
Add/Drop Ends

Winter 2025 Add period and Drop period (for a 100% refund) end for the 3-week session.

Jan
6
Pass/Fail Deadline

Winter 2025 Pass/Fail deadline ends for the 3-week session.

National rank for online RN to BS by College Choice

#43

Best Value Nursing PhD Programs - Value Colleges

Top 50

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Contact

College of Nursing & Health Sciences

508-999-8586  

Dion Building, Room 202

UMass Dartmouth
285 Old Westport Road •  Dartmouth MA 02747

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