Yahoo Finance April 15, 2024
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–New data released today by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) show that sustaining student enrollment in baccalaureate and graduate programs continues to be a challenge at U.S. schools of nursing. Though enrollment in programs designed to prepare entry-level registered nurses held steady (up 0.3%), fewer students are entering baccalaureate degree-completion, master’s, and PhD programs, which poses a threat to meeting the nation’s healthcare needs.
“Despite facing enrollment challenges, nursing schools are committed to expanding their programs in response to the growing demand for nurses in all settings where health care is delivered,” said Dr. Deborah Trautman, AACN President and Chief Executive Officer. “As we consider...