Radford University
College of Nursing
Where Compassion Meets Excellence
Leading Nursing Education
The Radford University College of Nursing is dedicated to cultivating skilled, empathetic nurses ready to meet the challenges of modern healthcare. With experienced faculty and a commitment to hands-on learning, we provide a nurturing environment that supports academic and personal growth.
Find Your Way Forward With Confidence
Dean of the College of Nursing, Wendy Downey, welcomes you to Radford University as you begin your journey in one of our nursing programs in Radford or Roanoke.
Jo Ann Bingham Clinical Simulation Center
Our world-class Clinical Simulation Center aspires to be the premier, innovative and student-centered simulation program to prepare competent, compassionate, professional clinicians to meet the needs of the community.
What Makes Our College of Nursing Special
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"Best RN Programs in Virginia"
RegisteredNursing.org
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"Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice"
U.S. News & World Report
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"Top Ranked Online RN to BSN Programs in Virginia"
RegisteredNursing.org
Colleges of Distinction
RegisteredNursing.org
RegisteredNursing.org has ranked Radford University's Nurse Practitioner program as #1 in the state. This recognition highlights the University's dedication to academic excellence and the quality of education provided to future nurse practitioners.
College of Nursing News
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Highlanders in the News: June 2025
June 6, 2025
This month: Haley Brown ’25 is one of about 150 new nurses to emerge from Radford; CoWorks@The Hub offers downtown office spaces; find out which Highlanders recently won scholarships; and take a last look back at Spring Commencement 2025.
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In April, Radford University’s College of Nursing hosted its inaugural Behavioral Health Nursing Summit, called “Fostering Connection in Nursing Practice: Cultivating Healthy Resilience in Behavioral Health Care.”
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A life of purpose: Virginia ‘Ginger’ Burggraf’s legacy in geriatric nursing and education
May 19, 2025
This May, during National Nurses Month, Radford University reflects on its legacy of nursing excellence and is proud to honor Virginia Burggraf, whose impact stretches far beyond the walls of Waldron Hall.
