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Nursing Partnership – UMF/UMA

Care Starts Here

UMF and UMA offer a unique 4-year dual-degree program where you earn a BA in Holistic Health from UMF and a BSN in Nursing from UMA, combining liberal arts with nursing skills.

Prepare yourself for a challenging yet rewarding academic journey designed to build essential skills in clinical practice, effective communication, critical thinking, research, and leadership. Throughout your studies, you’ll engage in hands-on learning experiences that help you apply theory to real-world healthcare settings, ensuring you’re ready to provide high-quality patient care.

Beyond acquiring the core knowledge needed to become a practicing nurse, this program also focuses on developing your ability to adapt and grow within the constantly evolving nursing profession. You’ll build the expertise to take on advanced roles, lead healthcare teams, and contribute to improving patient outcomes in diverse medical environments.

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Save more than $5,500 per year in tuition.

Through the NEBHE Tuition Break program, students from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont receive a $5,670 tuition discount on all UMF degree programs.
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Two people walking in a park chatting with coffee in hands

Campus Life and Opportunities

Imagine being part of this unique collaboration, where you’ll be enrolled at both UMF and UMA! Experience the vibrant campus life at UMF while training to become a qualified nursing professional. You’ll have full access to all the exciting opportunities at UMF, including the chance to participate in NCAA Division III athletics. Plus, the application process is streamlined through UMF, ensuring you receive the best financial aid to support your educational journey.

Nursing students practicing helping a fake patient test doll
Nursing students practicing helping a fake patient test doll

Curriculum and Clinical Training

Build a strong foundation in Science, Humanities, and professional disciplines during your first four semesters at UMF. Then, dive into the world of Nursing coursework and clinical applications through UMA’s esteemed baccalaureate Nursing Education Program. From live classes to immersive lab experiences in the state-of-the-art “sim lab” on the UMF campus, you’ll engage in simulated clinical sessions that prepare you for real-world challenges. Plus, you’ll have hands-on clinical experiences at various healthcare organizations, giving you invaluable exposure to the field.

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Nursing student smiling for a picture

Nursing by the Numbers: What You Need to Know to Launch Your Career

The demand for Registered Nurses is rapidly growing, making UMF’s nursing partnership a vital opportunity for students, especially amid current healthcare challenges.

This program equips you with a strong baccalaureate education and leadership skills, preparing you to excel in healthcare and pursue advanced nursing studies. After graduation, you’ll be ready to pass the NCLEX-RN and start a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse.

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