New nursing scholarship established from Geraldine Chan ’64 estate
Through a generous estate gift of $1.97 million from Dr. Geraldine Chan ’64, Goshen College has established the new endowed Geraldine Y. Chan Nursing Scholarship.
Nursing Major
About
With the oldest bachelor’s degree in nursing program in Indiana, Goshen College has an excellent reputation for producing top-notch registered nurses. We’ve been teaching nursing majors long enough to know that health care is more than memorizing anatomy — it’s about caring for the whole individual.
Goshen College has a Long History of Excellence in Nursing Education.
Ranked among Indiana’s best nursing programs, Goshen College is known for its educational excellence and focus on cultural diversity. Since 1950, we have sent out working nurses and professional health services managers who demonstrate cross-cultural awareness and holistic care. Employers say they prefer Goshen College nursing graduates because they provide compassionate, culturally sensitive, and high-quality care for patients.
Ranked Among the Best Nursing Programs in Indiana
When you enroll in the nursing major at Goshen College, you will be joining one of our most popular and esteemed programs on campus. Our nursing program is among Indiana’s top nursing programs, recognized for its educational excellence and cultural diversity emphasis, whether pursuing a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
Whether you plan to be a registered nurse or pursue other healthcare industry careers, our nursing major will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to impact communities across the globe positively.
Employers Prefer Goshen College Graduates
Goshen College graduates are in high demand because they provide compassionate, culturally sensitive, and quality care for patients. Employers prefer Goshen College graduates because they:
- Are passionate about helping others
- Demonstrate high-level skills and proficiency
- Provide culturally competent care
- Demonstrate cross-cultural awareness
- Have a commitment to holistic care
If you are looking for a nursing major that will help you make a positive difference in the lives of patients and communities, look no further than Goshen College. With our rigorous curriculum, experienced faculty, and focus on diversity, we can help you launch a successful career in healthcare.
Learn Quality Care for Patients with Compassion and Cultural Sensitivity
The nursing major at Goshen College will you with the skills and knowledge needed to make a positive impact in the lives of patients. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment in nursing career paths to grow 9% from 2020 to 2030. With our rigorous curriculum and experienced faculty of nurse educators, we can help you pursue careers in nursing research, behavioral health, intensive care units, geriatric nursing, and other nursing care career outcomes.
You will also have various opportunities for clinical experiences close to campus. Located across the street from one of the best hospitals in northern Indiana (Goshen Health) and only miles away from several other excellent clinical facilities, you will have easy access to quality placements in health care settings. After graduating from the nursing program, you will enter the workforce with the ability to care for a patient’s full range of needs.
Begin Your Journey Today with a Degree in Nursing
With our excellent reputation, experienced faculty, and focus on diversity, we can help you become a successful nurse. Financial aid is available.
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The baccalaureate and master’s family nurse practitioner programs at Goshen College are fully accredited. Check out the latest stats below.
News & Events
Powered by community partnership, Goshen College launches new Center for Nursing and Public Health
Goshen College is stepping boldly into the future with the new Center for Nursing and Public Health in the renovated historic Westlawn — a state-of-the-art facility created through deep community partnership. The college marked the occasion with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for the whole building on Wednesday, May 7.
Westlawn Ribbon-Cutting & Open House
Join us on May 7 from 3-5 p.m. for a celebration of the newly renovated Westlawn! This event will feature a special program with ribbon-cutting, guided tours, live music and refreshments. It is open to all who want to experience this renovated space for gathering, dining and learning.
Stats
96%
of registered nurse graduates are employed as nurses within 12 months of graduation
95%
of GC nursing students passed the NCLEX-RN last year
90%
of admitted nursing students graduate from GC
100%
of nursing alumni reported being satisfied or very satisfied with the program
1950
The year GC became the first liberal arts college in Indiana to offer a B.S. in nursing
Best
Undergraduate Nursing School – U.S. News & World Report
Learn more about Goshen College's exceptional academic outcomes and national rankings.
Students & Alumni
Nursing
Sharada Weaver '20
Sharada is a nursing major from Hyattsville, Maryland, who values family, healthcare and good food, and enjoys singing in Women's World Music Choir.
Sharada's story
student
Liane Hooker ’23
Liane Hooker ’23, a nursing major, chose Goshen for the impressive nursing program and her connection to the core values.
Liane's story
Student
Aurora Flores Avila ’23
Aurora Flores Avil ’23 chose to study nursing because she wants a career that benefits others.
Aurora's story
Nursing Major
Alli Beitler '14
Alli Beitler (right), pictured with her sister Jana '13 (left), is a 2014 graduate from Berne, Indiana. She came to Goshen College to be a nurse but was also a runner, a science geek, a leader in the dorms and a peacemaker.
Alli's story
Nursing Faculty Emeritus
Brenda Srof
Brenda Srof enjoys watching her nursing students' creativity flourish, witnessing their growth from beginning of the program through to graduation, and partnering in the transformational power of education.
Brenda's story
Nursing, Elementary Education Majors
Liz Berg '12 and Marcelle Zoughbi '13
Liz Berg '12, from Canada, and Marcelle Zoughbi '13, from Palestine, came to Goshen College to study nursing and elementary education. While at Goshen, they became activists for peace and justice in the Middle East.
Liz's storyPhoto Albums
Faculty & Staff
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Jewel Yoder
Professor of Nursing
Department Chair; Director of Baccalaureate Nursing Programs
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(574) 535-7936
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Wyse Hall 216 (Map)
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Sister Veronica Adeduro
Assistant Professor of Nursing
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(574) 535-7276
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Wyse Hall 208 (Map)
