The Troy University School of Nursing consists of the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. Additionally, the School of Nursing offers the RN to BSN-MSN track for registered nurses who hold degrees from NLNAC accredited associate or diploma programs and seek to complete BSN and MSN degrees. 

The MSN program prepares clinical nurse specialists in Adult Health Nursing and Maternal-Infant Health Nursing, nursing informatics specialists, and nurse practitioners as Family Nurse Practitioners. A post-master’s family nurse practitioner certificate (PMC) option is available for those holding an MSN degree. The DNP program offers post-baccalaureate and post-master’s options for those seeking to complete a practice-focused doctorate as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner. The School of Nursing is a component of the College of Health and Human Services.

Accreditation and Approval

The ASN, BSN, MSN/PMC, and DNP programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).  NLNAC specialized accreditation indicates that the School of Nursing has been found to meet or exceed standards and criteria for education quality.  These standards meet the recognition standards of The Council for Higher Education Accreditation; NLNAC also is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a national accrediting agency for nursing education.

National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
3343 Peachtree Road, NE
Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone number (404) 975-5000
Fax Number (404) 975-5020
Web site: www.nlnac.org

The ASN and BSN programs are approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Alabama Board of Nursing
RSA Plaza, Suite 250
770 Washington Avenue
Montgomery, AL. 36130-3900
Web site: www.abn.state.al.us/
Phone: (334)242-4060 
Troy University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). 

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, GA  30033-4097
Telephone: 404-679-4501

Memberships

The Troy University School of Nursing holds membership in a number of professional associations, including the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, National League for Nursing, National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties, and the Southern Regional Education Board Council on Collegiate Education for Nursing. 

Non-Discrimination Statement

Troy University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national origin, religion or handicap in their admissions, education, employment or access of its programs. The University fully complies with the following: Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its amendments; Federal Executive Order 11246; Educational Amendments of 1972 and 1974; the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustments Assistance Act of 1972; Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

Troy University Office of Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness

The Troy University Office of Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness (IRPE) coordinates reports, strategic planning, and program effectiveness for the University as a whole.

Office of Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness
231 Adams Administration Building
Troy University, AL  36082
Telephone:  334-670-3640
Fax: 334-670-3815
Email: jrdew@troy.edu