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Nursing at Linfield

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Why Linfield nursing?

The Linfield-Good Samaritan School of Nursing is a recognized leader in regionally accredited, CCNE-approved nurse education for both traditional, campus-based programs and online nursing degrees.

In fact, the Good Samaritan School of Nursing is the oldest nursing education program in the Pacific Northwest. And we continue to provide a variety of options for you as you advance your nursing education.

With our innovative approach to blending theory and practice, you will not only learn great nursing skills, but how to communicate effectively, think critically and problem solve as a nursing student in any of our programs. This is why Linfield nurses are highly sought after in hospitals and healthcare organizations.

Employment opportunities for Linfield-prepared nurses

Here are just a few of the specialized nursing fields you might pursue with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Linfield University:

  • Nurse training/education
  • Public and community health
  • Leadership and management in nursing
  • Hospice and home health
  • RN case management

Which program is right for you?

Take the next step toward becoming a Linfield nurse. Read through our different nursing programs below and select the program that best fits your needs.

nursing student practicing on a manikin in the simulation lab

On-campus

Prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

A two-year, transfer-only program for students who have completed their prerequisites and most of their general education requirements.

Learn more about our BSN program
Nursing faculty member with student studying in lab

On-campus

Prelicensure Accelerated BSN (ABSN)

An accelerated 12-month program is available for students with a bachelor's degree who have completed the prerequisites.

Learn more about our ABSN program
Nursing student studying on her laptop

Fully online

RN to BSN

A 12-month program completely online for licensed nurses to achieve their BSN. We have co-admission partnerships for students completing an associate degree in nursing at many Oregon community colleges.

Learn more about our RN to BSN program
nurse in scrubs outside a hospital

On-campus

Master's Entry into Professional Nursing (MEPN)

This is a 15-month full-time prelicensure program for anyone with a bachelor's degree or higher in another field who wants to pursue a passion in nursing. Earn your Master of Science in Nursing without having to obtain your BSN!

Learn more about our MEPN program

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master's degree program in nursing at Linfield University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).