University at Buffalo School of Nursing

#1 Online Bachelor's Program (US News & World Report, 2024 & 2025) | Founded in 1936, the University at Buffalo School of Nursing provides a high-quality nursing education in a dynamic university setting. Students gain vital nursing skills and knowledge through academic programming and research that emphasizes community partnerships, interprofessional education, and global health, including hands-on experiences that enhance professional skills and empower nurses to advocate for health equity across diverse populations. Programs are designed to prepare students for expanded professional nursing roles in an increasingly complex and evolving health care environment. Comprehensive training is provided to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery of high-quality care across settings and populations. And, as part of a research-intensive institution, nursing faculty and students engage in interprofessional research and scholarship that address health care challenges, contribute to nursing knowledge and have a meaningful impact on health care policy, practice and systems.