History, Mission, Vision

Ohio University’s Tradition of Excellence

Established in 1804, Ohio University is the oldest public institution of higher learning in the state of Ohio and the first in the Northwest Territory. OHIO is consistently ranked in the top 2% of American public universities and recognized for academic quality and value. You will earn a master’s degree from one of the premier nursing schools in Ohio, while learning from distinguished faculty and studying with dedicated nursing scholars.

School of Nursing Vision Statement:

The Ohio University School of Nursing will provide accessible state-of-the-discipline undergraduate and graduate nursing education. The school will focus on fostering preservation, promotion, and restoration of health in the global community. Our graduates will be highly competent practitioners, leaders and scholars who are grounded in a sense of inquiry and committed to human caring within a climate of diversity.

School of Nursing Mission Statement:

The Ohio University School of Nursing’s mission is to augment the students’ education to prepare them to succeed in any organizational environment. The faculty is committed to providing a curriculum that is sensitive to the cultural diversity in the society and the changing demands for health care through utilization of local, state, and international partnerships and collaboratives. The school also promotes excellence in the profession through scholarship and service.