The Wayne State University College of Nursing’s Master’s (MSN) and Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs have again been ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Graduate Schools among the top accredited graduate nursing programs in the country; the DNP was ranked at #44 and the MSN at #34. These remain the second highest ranked MSN and DNP programs in Michigan.

The outstanding Wayne State nursing faculty’s preparation of advanced practice nurses to address issues related to urban health disparities and improving health equity is well-established.

“The college’s commitment to student and faculty success is reflected in its nationwide reputation as a premier professional college with a distinctive focus urban health nursing,” said Dean Ramona Benkert. “The continued recognition of our success in educating a diverse student body and improving urban health through research, education and practice reaffirms our commitment to the college’s vision and mission.”

The Best Graduate Schools rankings in these areas are based on two types of data: expert opinions about program excellence and statistical indicators that measure the quality of a school's faculty, research and students.

Wayne State University is a premier public, urban research university in the heart of Detroit, with a history of opportunity and nationally recognized academics spanning nearly 150 years. We are a distinct university offering a real-world education to nearly 28,000 students through 13 schools and colleges.