Zvart Onanian School of Nursing

From the Bachelor of Science in Nursing to the Doctor of Nursing Practice, the Rhode Island College Zvart Onanian School of Nursing educates and prepares graduates for the challenges of today’s complex health care settings.

Educate. Innovate. Lead.

The Rhode Island College Zvart Onanian School of Nursing is consistently recognized for providing the highest quality undergraduate and graduate nursing education in Rhode Island at an affordable cost.

Our highly competitive programs foster the finest in intellectual development, personal growth and professional collaboration. We educate our students using state-of-the-art technology and simulated clinical scenarios, and comprehensive clinical experience. Our faculty are committed to excellence in teaching both in the classroom and in the clinical setting. Our pass rate for B.S.N. students on the NCLEX-RN licensure exam has consistently remained above state and national averages, placing Rhode Island College as number one among BSN programs in the state since 2015.

The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and the post-graduate APRN certificate at Rhode Island College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Onanian School of Nursing recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as critical to nursing education, professional nursing practice, and the health of populations and communities. We are committed to a learning environment that embraces civility and respect, and values the sharing of differences among all students, faculty, and staff. We seek to prepare nurses who can spur system-level transformation, including addressing structural racism and systemic inequity, to promote improved health outcomes for all people.