The University of Miami is a private, non-profit university in Coral Gables, Florida. Coral Gables is part of the Miami metro area and is considered one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in the region. One of the highlights of the university is the size of the classes. The 12:1 student to faculty ratio provides a more intimate learning experience and gives students more interaction with their professors. Despite the low student to faculty ratio, the university enrolls over 17,000 students. The courses are offered through 12 different colleges and schools, including the School of Nursing and Health Studies.
The University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies offers students several ways to pursue a career as a nurse, including BSN, RN to BSN, accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, Ph.D., and BSN to Ph.D. programs. The school has offered nursing programs for over 70 years. The long history of the school has allowed them to partner with over 170 clinics in the region, including the University of Miami Hospital, giving students many opportunities for hands-on clinical experience. The school also has a state-of-the-art simulation hospital featuring high-tech mannequins, actors, and students to simulate real trauma. The traditional BSN program is accredited by the CCNE.