The University of Kentucky College of Nursing is preparing the next generation of providers, leaders, researchers and policy makers to improve healthcare delivery, promote nursing excellence, revolutionize health care and promote the highest levels of wellness.
College of Nursing News
UK College of Nursing celebrates 20 years of DNP
The University of Kentucky College of Nursing (CoN) recently celebrated 20 years of its Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
Pinning, Hooding Ceremonies to take place on May 5
The University of Kentucky College of Nursing's Pinning and Hooding Ceremonies will take place on Friday, May 5, 2023.
The University of Kentucky College of Nursing’s Kentucky Center for Smoke-Free Policy (KCSP) and the Kentucky Department for Public Health’s Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program (KTPC) celebrated tobacco-free successes statewide and discussed how tobacco control efforts can align with age-friendly communities at the 2023 Kentucky Tobacco Control Conference: An Intergenerational Exchange.
April is Celebrate Diversity Month
April is Celebrate Diversity Month! Celebrate diversity by attending some of these events.
CON Covid-19 Updates
Get the latest information related to COVID-19 for College of Nursing faculty, staff, and students: CON COVID-19 Updates
Information Sessions and Tours
The College of Nursing offers several virtual information sessions for prospective students to learn more about each program of study directly from our experienced faculty and advisors.
Undergraduate Information Sessions
Graduate Information Sessions
Application Dates
Undergraduate deadlines
Traditional BSN
March 1
Accelerated BSN
Spring: August 15
Fall: March 1
RN-BSN
Spring: October 15
Fall: July 1
Graduate deadlines
Post Graduate Certificate
Fall: Jan. 15
DNP Program
Fall: January 15
MSN Program
Fall: Feb. 15
Select the program link to learn more about admissions for each degree program.