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For more than 80 years, Wilkes has been dedicated to the success of our students through academic excellence, educational access and return on investment.

What Makes Wilkes University Unique? 

Wilkes’ campus is beautiful. The lush green grass, blooming trees and sturdy, brick buildings make it a picturesque university. How does that translate to our online learning experience? The type of students and actual faculty members who congregate in that grass, under those trees and within those lecture halls are the same you’ll be interacting with, and learning from, in every course. It’s the people who make Wilkes what it is: A small university that offers big opportunities, and that’s just as true on its virtual campus.

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* The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master's degree in nursing/ Doctor of Nursing Practice and post graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org)

 

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Big Opportunities

Wilkes University's Passan School of Nursing offers a variety of convenient online programs for working nurses. Whether you're looking to advance your current career or pursue a new specialty, Wilkes has a flexible program for you. Going back to school is a big decision, but Wilkes offers the mentoring and faculty support you need to succeed.

Invest in Yourself

The Princeton Review listed Wilkes among the best northeastern colleges and U.S. News & World Report has ranked Wilkes a top university for 16 consecutive years. The Economist ranked Wilkes University 25th in the nation for economic value by comparing what our graduates earn to what they might have earned if they had studied elsewhere. The Brookings Institution and Money magazine have also recognized the value of a Wilkes education. We know that our commitment to academic success pays off for our students, but it’s great to see others catching on.

"As a leader in the VA, education plays a large role in knowing how to facilitate change. Performance improvement is vital in the VA and Wilkes University’s DNP offers a focus on healthcare delivery and change management that is essential for me in my role. Enhanced knowledge and competencies can help me improve practice and lead my team to better quality outcomes...It’s convenient to go to school and work full time, volunteer in the community, and spend time with family and friends."

- Linda Zaneski, NHA, MSN, MHA, RN, BC, CCM

More About Wilkes

At Wilkes, we support and applaud lifelong learning. We are constantly changing, evolving and growing to meet the needs of our online student nurses. We look ahead to the degree programs, experiences and opportunities our students will need to succeed, and that includes complimentary nursing clinical placement services.

Our online nursing programs offer a variety of options for working nurses. Whether you're looking to advance your current role or broaden your career path and pursue a new specialty, Wilkes has a flexible program for you. Going back to school is a big decision. That's why we offer the mentoring and faculty member support of skilled nurse educators you need to succeed.

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Reach Out to an Admissions Counselor

We’re here to talk about everything Wilkes, everything nursing and anything you need to make the right choice for your career. We'll even help with the application process. Call us or click the link below to start the conversation. We can’t wait! 

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Out-of-State Students

Our online nursing degree programs prepare graduates to take the national board certification exam appropriate to their degree or chosen NP concentration. ABSN graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Please see our full list of state authorizations to determine whether our program fulfills requirements for licensure in your home state. For the online ABSN program, your primary state of residence must be PA. Wilkes University will not be able to place any students who move to an unauthorized state before or during the program and this may impact your ability to continue with the program.

Primary State of Residence (PSOR)

Your PSOR is the state in which you declare as your primary residence for legal purposes. Sources used to verify your PSOR may include driver's license, federal income tax return, or voter registration. Only one state can be identified as the primary state of legal residence.

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