Inspiring excellence, impacting health care
Welcome to the College of Nursing at South Dakota State University! Whether you are attending college for the first time, considering a career change, or you are a practicing nurse looking to take on more leadership responsibilities, the South Dakota State University College of Nursing has an program for you.
The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, post-graduate certificate, Ph.D. in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice as well an R.N. Refresher Course and L.P.N. Refresher Course designed to help inactive registered nurses and licensed practical nurse review and update their nursing knowledge and skills. With program options in Brookings, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Aberdeen and online, we provide accessible, high quality nursing education across the state of South Dakota and the nation. View our academic programsto find an option that fits your needs.
Research
At the South Dakota State University College of Nursing, we are committed to creating a rich scholarly community that supports the advancement of both nursing as a field and the community's individual members. Researchers in the College of Nursing are advancing the science and art of nursing by developing and disseminating knowledge, addressing social justice and transforming the health care environment. College of Nursing faculty members serve the dual mission of disciplinary research and professional teaching.
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The College of Nursing offers programs designed to fit the needs of a diverse student population. From our refresher courses to the Master of Science in Nursing degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and Ph.D. to online options and post-graduate opportunities, the College of Nursing has a program to offer everyone in a variety of places, times and formats.
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Post-graduate certificates
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Ph.D.
- Refresher courses