Nursing at Emmanuel College: Clinical Excellence in the Heart of Boston

The nursing programs at Emmanuel College prepare students to become compassionate, confident, and skilled healthcare professionals. Rooted in evidence-based practice and ethical reflection, the curriculum combines rigorous science with hands-on clinical experience.

Located in Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area—home to institutions like Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Boston Children’s Hospital, and Dana-Farber—Emmanuel offers students access to world-class clinical placements, research, and mentorship.

Undergraduate students gain the foundation needed for patient-centered care, while graduate programs in nursing education and nursing management provide advanced training for professionals seeking to lead in healthcare systems and education.

Nursing by the Numbers

6%

projected job growth for RNs (faster than average) from 2023-2033
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

#6

city in the country for employment of RNs
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

$112K

annual mean wage for RNs in Massachusetts
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

25

hospitals and 20 community health centers in Boston
Boston.gov

The Faculty Difference

Get to know the mentors, colleagues and champions who will support your academic and professional journey.

Meet the Faculty

Our distinguished faculty publish, exhibit and research. Present, compose and chair. Inspire and collaborate.

A Note from the Dean

Meet Dean Diane Shea, Ph.D., RN

A Rewarding Nursing Career in Boston's Epicenter of Health Care

📍 Study in the center of Boston healthcare

📍 Study in the center of Boston healthcare

Emmanuel’s campus in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area connects you to world-renowned hospitals, clinics, and health organizations from day one.

🏆 Build on a legacy of nursing excellence

🏆 Build on a legacy of nursing excellence

For over 40 years, Emmanuel has prepared nurses through respected programs at the undergraduate and graduate level—including our flagship BSN launched in 2019.

📈 Start strong in a high-demand job market

📈 Start strong in a high-demand job market

Boston ranks among the top five U.S. metro areas for nursing employment—giving you access to opportunity in one of the best cities for healthcare careers

👩‍⚕️ Learn from leaders in the field

👩‍⚕️ Learn from leaders in the field

Our faculty are experienced nurses and healthcare professionals who bring deep clinical knowledge and real-world insight into every class and clinical placement.

🤝 Be seen, supported, and challenged

🤝 Be seen, supported, and challenged

With small classes and dedicated faculty, you'll receive the kind of personalized attention that builds confidence and keeps you moving forward.

🏥 Launch your nursing career at a top teaching hospital

🏥 Launch your nursing career at a top teaching hospital

Through our partnership with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, students can apply for the Associate Degree Nurse Residency—a direct path to professional advancement.