We're teaching tomorrow's nurses! Our vision is to be a leader in the transformation
of nursing in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ by being dedicated to improving local and global health outcomes.
There will be no new Providence Scholars awards distributed for Fall 2025.
Welcome to the UAA School of Nursing! The purpose of the School of Nursing is to promote
the health and well-being of people and communities by fostering excellence and innovation
in nursing education, research and healthcare. Our core values are the following:
Excellence – We strive for the best, to continually improve ourselves and our endeavors.
Respect – We treat each person in a manner that recognizes their intrinsic value as
a human being.
Integrity – We demonstrate unwavering honesty and decency.
Caring – We display kindness and concern for all, especially for those in need.
Health is contextual and is influenced by social, political, economic, and cultural
environments. As a partner in shaping healthcare for Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ, the School of Nursing prepares
students for current and future roles in local, state, national, and worldwide arenas. We
are pleased you are considering our school and we hope your educational experience
with us will be rewarding. We wish you success in advancing your nursing career.
Note: Freetutoring services are available to all University of Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ nursing students.
Academic Programs
Use advanced simulation technology and real-world clinical learning experiences to
become a successful nursing generalist.
UAS celebrated the opening of a newly renovated nursing nursing lab on the Ketchikan campus on Friday, Sept. 19. The new lab represents an effort to expand the university's nursing graduates, specifically in rural communities across the state.
SON student Angelene Ketah is dedicated to serving Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Native communities while proudly representing her culture on the world stage through roller derby.
A recent article from KHNS highlights the critical gap in forensic healthcare access for sexual assault survivors in Skagway, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ. With no local options for forensic exams, survivors must travel significant distances to receive care. The article also points to available advocacy services and funding options that support these survivors.