Recommended colleges for L&D nursing?

I'm fascinated by labor and delivery nursing and trying to find colleges with strong L&D programs. Are there any highly regarded schools I should check out?

As someone who's spent considerable time advising students on college selections, I understand how important it is to choose a university with strong programs in your field of interest - in your case, labor and delivery (L&D) nursing.

Given your interest, you may want to consider universities that offer strong nursing programs, with opportunities for specialization or strong clinical placements in L&D. Although it's quite rare to find specific L&D undergraduate nursing programs, schools often allow nursing students to gain L&D experience during clinical rotations.

Some universities with highly regarded nursing programs include:

1. University of Pennsylvania: Known for having one of the top nursing programs in the country. During the undergraduate nursing program, students can request to have a rotation in L&D during their clinical experiences.

2. University of California, San Francisco: Known for its strong healthcare programs, UCSF could offer opportunities to gain experience in L&D nursing through clinical placements.

3. Duke University: The nursing program at Duke provides a robust clinical practicum, where you can request L&D experience.

4. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor: This school's nursing program is also very highly rated and offers diverse clinical experiences.

Remember, opportunities can vary depending on the structure of each program and the relationships the school might have with local hospitals or clinics. Hence, as you do your research, it's important to ask specific questions about L&D experiences.

Good luck with your search! Your dedication to this specialized field is commendable and will surely lead you to a fulfilling career in L&D nursing.