Colleges with Nursing Programs?

I'm looking at colleges that offer strong nursing programs. Does anyone have recommendations? I'd love to know about schools with good clinical setups and overall reputation for nursing students.

Sure, I'd be happy to give some suggestions. The University of Pennsylvania, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of California--San Francisco often top lists for their nursing programs. These universities provide rigorous academic training as well as hands-on clinical experiences.

The University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing is known for its integration of holistic practice with scientific understanding. It has an active simulation lab and a stellar faculty comprised of leading researchers.

Johns Hopkins University's School of Nursing is second to none in terms of quality. Their overarching goal is to change nursing, health, and health care in ways that drastically improve outcomes. They have state-of-the-art simulation centers to prepare students for the realities of patient care.

UC San Francisco also has a prominent nursing program—UCSF School of Nursing. Its programs focus on preparing students to respond to diverse health needs across populations. With rigorous training in research, practice, policy, and a blend of urban and rural clinical experiences, it's definitely a program worth considering.

Let me also add that there are a variety of strong programs at public institutions as well. For instance, the University of Michigan's School of Nursing is well-regarded for its commitment to innovation in health care and its focus on community outreach.

And if you are looking for slightly smaller programs, look at Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, which emphasizes research, clinical practice, and community involvement.

Each of these schools offer quality education and rigorous training for aspiring nurses but remember that the best choice largely depends on your personal interests and career objectives. Do further research to understand each program completely before making your final decision.